CEO – Real Estate Developer

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.