Mohammed Rafi

Result-driven Property Management Professional with over 15 years of progressive experience in property management, leasing, real estate operations, and asset management across residential, commercial, and mixed-use portfolios in the UAE. Proven ability to maximize occupancy, control costs, negotiate leases, manage budgets, and ensure regulatory compliance. Adept at stakeholder management, contract administration, and facilities coordination with a consistent track record of improving operational efficiency and delivering business growth. Seeking to leverage expertise in property and asset management with a leading real estate or property development organization.

Leasing & Property Manager | Master Team Real Estate LLC, Al Ain, UAE | Apr 2019 – Present
 

• Manage leasing and property operations for a diverse portfolio of residential and commercial properties. 
• Prepare and monitor budgets, ensure cost control, and implement effective rent collection strategies.
• Establish rental rates, conduct market analysis, and drive tenant acquisition through advertising and viewings.
• Negotiate and enforce lease agreements while ensuring legal compliance and tenant satisfaction.
• Oversee facilities management, including maintenance, security, CCTV, and service contracts.
   

Real Estate Manager | Arabesco Real Estate, Abu Dhabi, UAE | Jul 2017 – Mar 2019

• Directed business operations while maintaining brand standards and service quality.
• Developed leasing strategies, budget targets, and conducted performance reviews of leasing agents.
• Enhanced client experience by streamlining processes and ensuring superior property services.
• Drove organizational changes to improve efficiency and profitability.
   

Property Manager | Bin Butti Group, Abu Dhabi, UAE | Sep 2016 – Jun 2017
 

• Reported directly to the Chairman, managing end-to-end property operations.
• Collected rents, forecasted requirements, prepared budgets, and analyzed variances.
• Implemented lease renewal and tenant retention strategies to optimize occupancy.
• Delegated tasks, monitored workflows, and ensured adherence to company procedures.
   

Property Manager | Cluttons LLC, Abu Dhabi, UAE | Jul 2013 – Sep 2016
 

• Managed a premium portfolio of mixed-use buildings, achieving 99% occupancy levels.
• Conducted commercial leasing for office and retail spaces.
• Prepared annual revenue forecasts and budget plans with strict cost controls.
• Supervised operations, performance audits, and vendor compliance with KPI and SLA standards.
• Negotiated and renewed service provider contracts to ensure optimal service delivery.
   

Property & Maintenance Manager | Harbor Real Estate LLC, Dubai, UAE | Jun 2012 – Jun 2013
 

• Supervised property handovers, defect liability, and maintenance operations.
• Ensured rents were aligned with RERA market standards.
• Managed facilities contracts covering FM, MEP, security, landscaping, pest control, and cleaning.
   

Property Supervisor | Better Homes LLC, Dubai, UAE | Sep 2007 – Mar 2011
 

• Achieved high occupancy levels and rental revenues for managed properties.
• Drafted tenancy contracts, renewals, and managed rent collection.
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Administration Assistant | Green Oasis Company LLC, Al Ain, UAE | Jun 2004 – Jun 2007
 

• Managed administrative operations, logistics, import/export, and inventory control.
• Prepared MIS and daily stock reports to support business operations.

Auditing Assistant | Al Ain Auditing Company, Al Ain, UAE | Mar 2003 – Jan 2004
 

• Executed audits, verified accounts, reconciled ledgers, and assessed internal controls.

Accounts Assistant | Modern Transport & General Contracting Co., Al Ain, UAE | Sep 2002 – Dec 2002
 

• Processed payments, managed petty cash, and supported financial documentation.

• Master of Business Administration (MBA) – Bharathidasan University, India (2008) | Specialization:
  Finance, Accounting & Project Management
• Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) – Pondicherry University, India (1999 – 2002) |
  Specialization: Financial Management, Marketing, Economics
• Higher National Diploma (HND) in Computing – SQA, UK (2000 – 2002)
• All India Senior Secondary Examination (10+2), Commerce – Indian School, Al Ain, UAE (1997 – 1999)
• All India Secondary School Examination (10th) – Darul Huda Islamic School, Al Ain, UAE (1997)