Sales Manager

About Us: ESAW Premium Student Living provides professionally managed student accommodation in Dubai, offering safe and welcoming communities for international students. The company is inspired by hospitality standards, focusing on service and wellbeing rather than basic housing. ESAW combines spacious residences with exceptional service and tailored support to deliver a premium living experience. Its approach is trusted by students, parents, universities, and recruitment partners who value quality, security, and a sense of belonging. ESAW’s mission is to help students live, belong, grow, and thrive during their academic journey. Role Description: The Sales Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in Dubai, responsible for driving occupancy and revenue for ESAW’s student residences. The role includes developing and executing sales strategies, building and maintaining relationships with universities, recruitment partners, and agents, and managing a pipeline of prospective residents. The Sales Manager will conduct presentations, property tours, and negotiations, and oversee the entire sales cycle from lead generation to contract signing. Daily tasks include monitoring market trends, preparing sales reports and forecasts, coordinating with marketing and operations teams, and ensuring a consistent, high-quality experience for prospective and current residents. The role also involves mentoring sales staff, optimizing processes, and representing ESAW at events and fairs to strengthen brand visibility. • Proven sales management experience in real estate, hospitality, student housing, or a related sector, with strong skills in lead generation, pipeline management, and closing deals. • Demonstrated ability in relationship building and account management, particularly with universities, agents, and international recruitment partners. • Experience in developing and executing sales strategies, using data and market insights to achieve occupancy and revenue targets. • Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders and international student audiences. • Comfort with CRM tools, sales reporting, and basic data analysis to track performance and inform decision-making. • High level of customer service orientation, with a focus on student wellbeing, satisfaction, and long-term retention. • Ability to work on-site in Dubai, collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, and adapt to a fast-paced, multicultural environment. • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Hospitality Management, or a related field; relevant professional certifications are an advantage. • Fluency in English required; additional languages commonly spoken by international students are beneficial. • Previous experience in international education, student recruitment, or premium accommodation services is a plus.