David Schmidt

Sales Director

United Arab Emirates

About

For nearly 20 years I have assisted clients invest into both emerging and mature property markets, primarily at the off-plan stage. From the the UK, Africa, mainland Europe and beyond, and now coming back full circle to my roots focusing on the Dubai property market, I have built relationships globally, helping investors succeed with making their money work hard passively. My direct remit now at Knight Frank is to both source, and sell, the finest off-plan investment opportunities from the most reputable developers, grow our sales channels internationally, and ultimately build a best in class division befitting the Knight Frank brand.

Experience

  • Sales Director at SOL Properties
    Jun 2025 - Jul 2025 · 2 mos

  • Knight Frank MENA ()
    • Head of Exclusive Project Sales
      Sep 2024 - Jun 2025 · 10 mos

    • Head of Non-Exclusive Project Sales
      Feb 2024 - Sep 2024 · 8 mos

  • Investment Director at Select Property Group
    Jan 2022 - Feb 2024 · 2 yrs 2 mos

  • Select Property (9 yrs 10 mos)
    • Head of Sales - Middle East
      Feb 2018 - Jan 2022 · 4 yrs

      Responsible for the day to day sales activity in the region, as well as the long term planning to ensure we help our clients achieve their goals, and grow our channel partner network across the GCC.

    • Senior Sales Manager - Middle East
      Jul 2017 - Jan 2018 · 7 mos

    • Sales Manager - Middle East
      Oct 2015 - Jul 2017 · 1 yr 10 mos

  • Business Development Manager at Adam Recruitment (www.weareadam.com)
    Sep 2011 - Mar 2012 · 7 mos

    Responsible at Adam Recruitment (www.weareadam.com) for both the strategy and execution in identifying new business opportunities, and working in tandem with senior consultants in providing a bespoke recruitment solution for our clients.