Business Development Specialist – Retail Expansion

About the roleUnion Coop is looking for a proactive Business Development Specialist to drive its retail expansion across the United Arab Emirates. The role focuses on identifying and securing new retail locations, building strong relationships with key stakeholders, and coordinating internal processes to close deals efficiently.Key responsibilitiesAssist the Business Development Manager in sourcing, evaluating, and closing retail space acquisition opportunities.Identify suitable properties that align with brand standards and business objectives.Establish and maintain long‑term relationships with landlords, brokers, developers, and investors.Conduct property presentations, site inspections, and client or management meetings.Analyse catchment areas, commercial terms, and location data to support decision‑making.Coordinate with Legal, Finance, Leasing, Operations, and Fit‑Out teams to meet administrative and approval requirements.Maintain accurate records, reports, and pipelines of prospective locations and deals.Support negotiations and ensure timely execution of agreements.Required profileBachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Real Estate, Marketing or a related field.3–5 years of experience in retail real estate, leasing, space acquisition or business development.Strong understanding of retail markets and commercial real‑estate dynamics.Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship‑management abilities.Ability to deliver professional presentations and lead site tours.Highly organized with the capacity to coordinate multiple internal stakeholders.Required skillsMS OfficeCRM

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