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Abdallah Al Husari

Abu Dhabi

Summary

A dynamic, results-driven professional with nine years of proven expertise in managing global real estate portfolios and developments for family offices and real estate companies. Skilled at swiftly resolving complex issues to minimize disruptions to schedules, budgets, and cash flow. Proficient communicator with a demonstrated ability to excel both independently and collaboratively within teams to achieve objectives and enhance organizational efficiency. Currently seeking a new and challenging opportunity with an investment firm to further career growth.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Global Real Estate Portfolio Manager

Single Family Office
Abu Dhabi
04.2021 - Current

Family Office based in Abu Dhabi, operating primarily in trade and construction for the energy and oil & gas industries in the UAE, as well as F&B, and Real Estate globally.

  • Real Estate AUM in excess of $175,000,000.
  • Successfully increased the Cash-on-Cash (COC) from 1.43% to 6.23%, with a projected growth to 7.43% by June 2024.
  • Refinanced the Portfolio’s debt, saving more than $1,200,000 in annual payments in addition to releasing approximately $13,700,000 in equity.
  • Acquired and disposed of distressed assets, achieving a remarkable ROI of 22% within a span of six months.
  • Acquired a development opportunity in London with a projected IRR of just under 30% upon exit in Jun 2024.
  • Lead full investment lifecycle, from financing to influencing decisions with compelling analyses. Mitigate risks through due diligence and proactive solutions.
  • Lead cross-functional teams, including accountants, property managers, and facility managers, in executing strategic initiatives for optimal portfolio performance.
  • Successfully restructured the family office to increase efficiency.

UK Desk

Knight Frank
Dubai
10.2019 - 04.2021

Knight Frank founded in 1896, is one of the world's largest global property consultancies with over 500 offices in 60 territories and 13,700 professionals handle just under £500 billion worth of commercial, agricultural, and residential real estate.

  • Consulted clients and structured complex deals on different classified assets in the UK worth above £325
    Million.
  • Analyze and review complex transactions, including but not limited to acquisitions, dispositions, refinancing,
    build to suit transactions.
  • Helped clients achieve high Return On Investment by adding value to their assets through light to heavy
    refurbishment.
  • Conduct due diligence and feasibility studies on development opportunities for clients.
  • Manage portfolios of UHNWI from the GCC.

Business Development Manager

Seven Capital
Dubai
11.2018 - 10.2019

Seven Capital is one of the largest and fastest growing, privately owned UK based developer and Property Investment Company with a portfolio spanning over 6,700 residential homes that are worth in excess of £2.1 Billion.

  • Performing feasibility studies and due diligence, together with colleagues in the UK to ensure the best use for the development opportunities.
  • Track projects to ensure sales forecast is aligned with the overall strategy.
  • Managing a sales team that exceed all targets and lead the expansion in the MENA region.
  • Increased the percentage of repeat purchasers from 7% to 29% by improving the award winning customer service team.

Head of Real Estate

Binghatti Holding
Dubai
09.2017 - 11.2018

Binghatti Holding is an international investment holding company headquartered in the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). The company focuses on high growth potential projects in the real estate, hospitality, education, industrial, construction, and FMCG sectors.

  • Conducting highest and best use analysis on potential sites.
  • Performing project feasibility and site due diligence, prepare of business cases and financial modelling, and prepare project recommendation, together with high level cost estimate, schedules, scope, and sales.
  • Restructured the entire Real Estate arm of Binghatti Holding and expanded the department to 27 employees.
  • Successfully managed and stabilized rent for over 750,000 square feet in residential, and retail properties, leading to successful exits.
  • Increased sales by 300% in less than six months resulting in AED 150 Million in residential off‑plan sales and full building transactions worth more than AED 400 Million.

Senior Market Analyst

Elite International Assets
London
07.2015 - 09.2017

Elite International Assets is a UK based Asset Management company.

  • Developing and producing market research report for specific products and markets.
  • Providing research based recommendations to senior management.
  • Identify target markets and opportunities within them.
  • Manage individual client portfolios and enhance their value.
  • Conduct due diligence and feasibility studies for small development opportunities for clients.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - International Relations

Queen Mary University of London
London, England
09.2012 - 06.2015

Skills

  • Microsoft Word, Excel, & Power point
  • Forecasting
  • Problem Solving
  • Data Analysis

Timeline

Global Real Estate Portfolio Manager

Single Family Office
04.2021 - Current

UK Desk

Knight Frank
10.2019 - 04.2021

Business Development Manager

Seven Capital
11.2018 - 10.2019

Head of Real Estate

Binghatti Holding
09.2017 - 11.2018

Senior Market Analyst

Elite International Assets
07.2015 - 09.2017

Bachelor of Arts - International Relations

Queen Mary University of London
09.2012 - 06.2015
Abdallah Al Husari