Smitha Jijju, Global Real Estate Procurement Professional / Strategy Analyst/Business Associate

Smitha Jijju

Global Real Estate Procurement Professional / Strategy Analyst/Business Associate

Etihad Airways

Location
United Arab Emirates - Abu Dhabi
Education
Bachelor's degree, BBA in RETAIL OPERATIONS
Experience
11 years, 10 Months

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Work Experience

Total years of experience :11 years, 10 Months

Global Real Estate Procurement Professional / Strategy Analyst/Business Associate at Etihad Airways
  • United Arab Emirates - Abu Dhabi
  • September 2013 to November 2020

Took ownership of Real Estate Lease & Revenue Management for Etihad Airways’, UAE Commercial, Residential and Retail portfolio of AED 5.26Bn & International Portfolio, Procuring new Assets, Comprehensive Management of Abu Dhabi Airports and Midfield Commercial Lease and Musataha Contracts, Revenue Maximisation of Retail & Commercial Spaces and Revenue Generation:

Directly report to Head of Global Real Estate & Supply Management.

• Revenue Strategy Implementation for the Budget Year aligning with the EY targeted Revenue maintaining strong relationship with existing tenants, contract new tenants (Appropriate Tenant Mix) for the Community.
• Cost Modelling of Corporate Real Estate Assets, Strategic Sourcing, Bidders Approvals, Issue RFx, Evaluate Proposals, Finalize Negotiation; Prepare Board Submissions and Presentations for Approvals.

Valuation Administrator and Coordinator at Colliers International
  • United Arab Emirates - Abu Dhabi
  • November 2009 to July 2013

• Business Development - Periodical Market Research & Presentation on Developers, Investment Authorities, Property Management Companies, Mortgage Lenders and Developments
• Client Relationship Management - Managed Stakeholders prioritizing the timelines and requirements delivering exemplary services focusing on Organizations vision and maximising Clients Brand value.
• Direct report to Valuations Director in Abu Dhabi - delivering and preparation of valuations for large corporate portfolios which included Residential Developments, Commercial Buildings, Warehouses and Retail Spaces

Administrative Assistant at ADNH COMPASS ME LLC/ ADNEC Hospitality
  • United Arab Emirates - Abu Dhabi
  • October 2008 to March 2009

Key Achievements:
 ADIPEX 2008 & IDEX 2009 -Registration of over 1000 employers with the shortest Turnaround Time coordinating
with UAE defence representatives adhering to strict Security Guidelines and Requirements.
 HR Database Compilation - Implemented a new Employee Details Database, coordinating with the employees
and managing employee relations.
Key Responsibilities:
 Reporting to Regional General Manager - Manage the Employee Details Database
 Handling office correspondences, preparing timesheets and payroll attendance sheets
 Preparing Daily Requirements for the Stand Catering Orders and HSE Reporting

Computer Trainer at Galaxy Computer Education & Training Centre,
  • Other
  • May 2008 to August 2008

 Providing training in Basic Software and Business Communication Courses. Microsoft office packages, Language skills.

Education

Bachelor's degree, BBA in RETAIL OPERATIONS
  • at Madurai Kamaraj University
  • April 2015

Currently pursuing the degree course from Madurai Kamaraj University.

Diploma,
  • at Certified in Executive Secretarial Training, New York Institute of Business Studies
  • July 2008

GPA:3.6

Bachelor's degree, Bachelor of Science in Chemistry
  • at Kerala University
  • June 1998

Specialties & Skills

Office Management
Leasing
Administration
Senior Administrator
Business development skills
Microsoft office
Administration
Negotiation
Customer relationship skills
Leasing
Stakeholder Management
Analytical Thinking
Revenue Optimization
Investment Analysis
Mentoring
Valuation Advisor
Financial Analysis
Contract Management
Advisory Skills
Property Management
Valuation
Tourism Influence

Social Profiles

Personal Website
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Languages

English
Expert
Arabic
Intermediate
Hindi
Expert
Malayalam
Expert
Tamil
Intermediate

Memberships

Toastmasters International
  • President of Etihad Airways Toastmasters Club
  • November 2014

Training and Certifications

Certified Executive Secretary (Certificate)
Date Attended:
December 2007
Valid Until:
April 2008

Hobbies

  • Public Speaking
    Member of Toastmasters Club. Encouraged by the Clubs activities, performed various club roles and currently holding the position of VP Public Relations ( 2016-2017).