About the Role
Guildhall is hiring a CEO for a fast-growing property developer in the GCC region. You will work closely with the founders to professionalise operations. The business has built a solid sales track record and is now professionalising its operations. This is a build role with real P&L and investment authority, not a caretaker CEO seat.
Package: AED 70,000–120,000+ per month
The role
- Own fundraising from individual and institutional investors across projects.
- Build financial models and feasibility studies for new acquisitions.
- Run day-to-day operations for a focused, efficient team.
- Manage delivery across live projects sold through broker channels.
- Take strategic decisions on new sites, sales pace and investor terms.
What you'll bring
- 15+ years leading a property developer in the UAE or wider GCC.
- Proven track record building financial models and feasibility studies.
- Experience raising capital from individual and institutional investors.
- Comfortable running lean, hands-on operations without large support teams.
What's on offer
- Full P&L and investment authority, reporting to the founders.
- A mandate to lead the company's expansion into Saudi Arabia.
- A business transitioning from founder-led management to a more structured leadership model.
- Compensation in line with senior C-level roles at comparable developers.
Why apply through Guildhall
- Boutique executive search firm in Dubai, long-standing.
- 8 independent industry awards won since 2020.
- 4.9-star Google rating from over 250 reviews.
- Direct access to the retained consultant running this search, confidentially.
Hiring a CEO in Dubai Uae
A CEO at a Dubai-based residential or mixed-use developer typically owns fundraising, project feasibility and delivery, reporting to the founders or board rather than a corporate parent. Mid-market developers in this bracket often run lean, broker-driven sales models, so the CEO carries direct commercial and financial responsibility rather than delegating through layers of management. Demand for this profile has grown as founder-led developers reach a scale where raising institutional capital and expanding into new markets such as Saudi Arabia needs a full-time professional operator. Candidates who have run P&L and investor relations at a similar scale are well placed for these mandates.
Common questions
CEO – Dubai Uae
A CEO at a property developer in Dubai typically owns fundraising, project feasibility, sales strategy and day-to-day operations. They report to the founders or board and carry full P&L responsibility across live and upcoming projects.
What experience do I need to apply?
You should have several years leading a property developer in the UAE or GCC, with a track record of raising capital from investors and building financial models for projects. Experience running lean, hands-on operations is essential.
How do I apply?
Apply directly on this page. A Guildhall consultant reviews every application confidentially and will contact suitable candidates directly.
What does this role pay?
This role pays AED 70,000–120,000+ per month, depending on experience.
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