Sales Executive (Real Estate Background)

Role summary

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The Sales Executive will drive revenue by developing relationships with real estate owners, developers, investors, corporate clients, and key business partners for The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre. Candidates should have sales experience in luxury hospitality, real estate, property management, or a related field, along with strong knowledge of the Dubai market. Excellent communication, negotiation, presentation, networking, and customer relationship skills are expected. The successful candidate should be commercially focused, confident engaging senior stakeholders, comfortable meeting revenue targets, and able to represent the Ritz-Carlton brand with professionalism. Fluency in English is typically required; Arabic or other languages may be advantageous. A valid UAE work permit and relevant local market experience are helpful.

About the employer

The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre is a luxury hotel located in Dubai’s prestigious financial district, close to the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre, Downtown Dubai, and major corporate offices. It is operated under The Ritz-Carlton brand, part of Marriott International, one of the world’s largest hospitality companies. The hotel serves business travellers, high-net-worth guests, corporate accounts, and leisure visitors, offering refined accommodation, restaurants, meeting facilities, spa services, and personalised guest experiences. Ritz-Carlton properties are recognised for high service standards, attention to detail, discreet hospitality, and strong employee training. Working there can provide exposure to luxury hotel sales, international clients, corporate partnerships, and Marriott’s global career network. Benefits may include accommodation or allowance, transport, meals, medical insurance, annual leave, travel discounts, and performance-related incentives, depending on the employment package.

Working in United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates is not an island but a federation of seven emirates, with Dubai offering particularly strong opportunities in hospitality, real estate, tourism, finance, retail, aviation, and events. Dubai is multicultural, modern, and highly international, while Abu Dhabi offers a somewhat quieter lifestyle and many government, energy, and corporate roles. English is widely used in business; Arabic is the official language. Residents enjoy warm weather, beaches, shopping, dining, international schools, and extensive leisure facilities, although summer temperatures are extremely high. Employers normally sponsor an employment visa, residence permit, medical examination, and Emirates ID for overseas hires. Candidates should confirm whether accommodation, transport, health insurance, flights, and commissions are included. Relocation costs, rental deposits, and school fees can be significant, so budgeting is important. Respect local laws, dress appropriately in professional settings, and understand that alcohol is regulated and public behaviour should remain considerate.