Марія

MARIIA IOVYK

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Dubai, UAE | Riyadh, Saudi Arabia​

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Commercial real estate and business development professional with 11+ years
of experience across GCC markets, including Dubai and Saudi Arabia.

Proven track record in driving sales, supporting business growth, structuring
operations, and managing client relationships across commercial real estate,
market entry, and advisory.

Strong expertise in business development and market expansion, including
market research, strategy development, stakeholder identification, and
execution of go-to-market plans.

Reliable, hands-on, and results-driven professional with experience working in
fast-paced, high-pressure environments, managing teams, and coordinating
cross-functional operations. Strong communication skills with ability to work
across cultures and industries.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Co-Founder / Partner | Core Asset Real Estate

Dubai, UAE | Aug 2025 – Present

●​ Built and managed a commercial real estate brokerage focused on
Dubai market
●​ Led sales and leasing activities for retail, office, and building assets
●​ Managed client relationships, deal sourcing, and negotiations
●​ Coordinated internal processes and transaction execution
●​ Developed partnerships with landlords, developers, and investors
Real Estate & Market Entry Operations | Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia | Sept 2025 – Present

●​ Supported setup of real estate brokerage and advisory operations
●​ Managed sales and leasing of commercial properties (plots, retail,
buildings)
●​ Conducted market research and identified business opportunities
●​ Assisted international companies entering Saudi market
●​ Coordinated with investors, developers, and partners on projects

Sales Manager | AGG Real Estate

Dubai, UAE | Sept 2024 – Sept 2025

●​ Managed international sales team for commercial real estate
●​ Closed deals for offices, retail spaces, and investment properties
●​ Handled negotiations with investors, landlords, and corporate clients
●​ Maintained sales pipeline and ensured deal progression
●​ Supported onboarding and training of new team members

Business Development Manager & Sales Manager | AIM Real
Estate

Dubai, UAE | May 2023 – Sept 2024

●​ Generated new business and expanded client base
●​ Built and maintained relationships with international clients and
investors
●​ Managed sales team performance and daily operations
●​ Developed marketing campaigns and property listings
●​ Negotiated leasing and sales agreements
●​ Coordinated with developers and landlords

Business Development, Operations & PA Support | ASCIRA
Global
Dubai, UAE | Oct 2020 – May 2023

●​ Managed client communication for German-speaking markets
●​ Supported internal operations and coordination
●​ Provided Personal Assistant support (scheduling, communication,
organization)
●​ Conducted translation during meetings (English–German)
●​ Worked with Product, Sales, and Marketing teams
●​ Maintained CRM and reporting systems

Senior Airport Services Agent | Emirates Airline

Dubai, UAE | Sept 2015 – Sept 2020

●​ Delivered customer service at check-in and boarding gates
●​ Managed Denied Boarding Area (overbooked flights)
●​ Handled premium passengers (Business & First Class)
●​ Verified travel documentation and compliance
●​ Operated in high-pressure, time-sensitive environment

Personal Assistant to Owner | Hotel & Restaurant Complex

Kiev, Ukraine | Dec 2014 – Jun 2015

●​ Managed daily administrative and operational tasks
●​ Coordinated schedules, meetings, and communication
●​ Prepared documents and reports

Project Coordinator | 4Service (Germany, Austria, Switzerland
Projects)

Kiev, Ukraine | Aug 2014 – Dec 2014

●​ Coordinated international mystery shopper projects
●​ Managed communication with participants and clients
●​ Maintained databases and reporting
Translator (Exhibitions) | Nexus GmbH

Kiev, Ukraine | Jun 2013 – Jun 2014

●​ Provided live translation at international exhibitions
●​ Supported communication and presentations

German Translator & Project Coordinator | IT Outsourcing
Company

Kiev, Ukraine | Jun 2013 – May 2014

●​ Translated business and technical materials
●​ Managed content updates and translation processes

German Teacher | Self-Employed

Kiev, Ukraine | Jan 2011 – Dec 2013

●​ Delivered private and group language training
●​ Prepared study materials and tracked progress

Assistant to Director | Carl Personal Management

Munich, Germany | Jun 2012 – Sept 2012

●​ Supported director in administrative and operational tasks
●​ Organized meetings and documentation

EDUCATION
Master’s Degree in German Linguistics​
NTUU KPI, Kiev, Ukraine
LANGUAGES
●​ Ukrainian – Native
●​ Russian – Fluent
●​ English – Fluent
●​ German – Advanced

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
●​ Valid driving license, active driver
●​ Based between Dubai and Riyadh
●​ Available for regional travel