Residences Manager

Client of Arkpeoplesolutions

We are conducting a confidential search for a commercially astute and operationally hands-on Residences Manager to lead the establishment of the residential operation under a well-recognised hospitality brand in the UAE which has launched a residence brand with 2000+ residences in the pipeline. The first branded residence is expected to open by end 2026.

This role is critical in building the residential operating framework from the ground up ensuring regulatory compliance, structured brand standards, operational excellence, quality commitments, and sustainable asset performance.

In this role, youll:

• Lead the operational setup and readiness of the brands residential asset
• Develop and formalise residential brand standards, service frameworks, and governance structures
• Ensure full compliance with UAE residential and short-term letting regulations, including tourism and municipality requirements
• Manage holiday home licensing, registration, and operational governance where applicable
• Establish reporting structures, performance metrics, and cost control mechanisms
• Oversee third-party operators, vendors, and service providers
• Manage owner and resident relations with professionalism and discretion
• Support long-term asset value enhancement and portfolio growth initiatives