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Mohamed Mussa

Managing Director at Chestertons Global • Executive Director at Mercantile Group

London, UK | Dubai, AE

Mohamed Mussa

Mercantile Group

Mohamed Mussa’s Biography

Mohamed Mussa is Managing Director of Chestertons Global, a leading international real estate services firm, and Executive Director of Mercantile Group, the global real estate conglomerate founded by his grandfather, Mohammad Mussa. Mercantile Group is the parent company of Chestertons Global, Chesterfield Developments, and Distinction Group.

Since joining the Chestertons Global Board in 2021, Mohamed has played a pivotal role in driving growth. Under his leadership, the firm has delivered record revenues and expanded its network to over 20 affiliates. He has also spearheaded the evolution of the Chestertons Global Conference into a premier industry event, providing a platform for collaboration, market intelligence, and partnership-building across the regions where Chestertons operates.

In 2023, Mohamed led one of his most notable achievements: the sale of Chestertons UK to Emeria Group, a landmark transaction that highlighted his ability to lead complex, high-stakes negotiations.

At Mercantile Group, Mohamed works across the group’s subsidiaries, focusing on integration and... Mohamed Mussa is Managing Director of Chestertons Global, a leading international real estate services firm, and Executive Director of Mercantile Group, the global real estate conglomerate founded by his grandfather, Mohammad Mussa. Mercantile Group is the parent company of Chestertons Global, Chesterfield Developments, and Distinction Group.

Since joining the Chestertons Global Board in 2021, Mohamed has played a pivotal role in driving growth. Under his leadership, the firm has delivered record revenues and expanded its network to over 20 affiliates. He has also spearheaded the evolution of the Chestertons Global Conference into a premier industry event, providing a platform for collaboration, market intelligence, and partnership-building across the regions where Chestertons operates.

In 2023, Mohamed led one of his most notable achievements: the sale of Chestertons UK to Emeria Group, a landmark transaction that highlighted his ability to lead complex, high-stakes negotiations.

At Mercantile Group, Mohamed works across the group’s subsidiaries, focusing on integration and building a unified ecosystem that maximises value, streamlines operations, and delivers seamless client experiences worldwide.

Guided by values instilled by his father, Salah Mussa, he champions integrity, disciplined financial stewardship, and ‘relationship-first’ leadership.

His influence extends beyond the boardroom. Mohamed regularly speaks at global property forums, and contributes commentary to publications including The Sunday Times and Asia Times.

Deeply committed to social impact, Mohamed is a Founding Member of the Chestertons Foundation, which addresses housing insecurity, education, and health initiatives worldwide.

Mohamed graduated from the University of Essex with a degree in International Business and Entrepreneurship. READ MORE VIEW LESS

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The Intermediary

The rise of the “forever renter”

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Letting Agent Today

Expansion for Chestertons Global with two new territories

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Mohamed Mussa’s Background

Chestertons Global

Managing Director

Jan 2021 - Present

London, UK

Mercantile Group purchased Chestertons, one of the world’s oldest estate agents, in 2005. In 2023 Chestertons’ UK business was sold while the company’s operations in 12 countries including UAE, Greece, Spain and Morocco, remain part of the group.

Mercantile Group

Executive Director

London, UK

Mercantile Group is a UK-based investment company with offices in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and London. The group invests in real estate development, investment banking, property sales, property management & valuations, and financial services.

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Philanthropy

Chestertons International Foundation

Founding Member

Chestertons Foundation aims to help communities and charitable causes with an emphasis on housing and homelessness, education, and health, both in the UK and internationally.

Interviews

Good Morning America: What to know about the rise of the 'forever renter'

TV Interview

Sep 2026

In this Good Morning America interview, Mohamed discusses the rise of the “forever renter” and changing attitudes towards long-term renting. He argues that those who learn to “rent well” could be best placed to navigate the housing market over the next decade.

Chestertons’ Mohamed Mussa on the synergy between sport and property

Interviewee

Nov 2024

Dubai, AE

Mohamed Mussa of Chesterton Global talks to CW Property about Polo in the Park Dubai, an event symbolizing the synergy between sports and property, reflecting Chesterton's focus on community, innovation, and the regional property market's evolution.

Thought Leadership

The rise of the “forever renter”

Author

Aug 2026

Mohamed Mussa examines the rise of the ‘forever renter’, arguing that long-term renting is increasingly a choice as well as an affordability issue. He considers the growth of build-to-rent investment and what this shift means for agents, developers and operators.

China's property reset renews market confidence

Author

Dec 2025

In this piece for China Daily, Mohamed writes that China’s recent real estate and investment reforms are helping to stabilise its housing market and rebuild international investor confidence by easing restrictions, especially for foreign buyers, and promoting sustainable, long-term investment opportunities.

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Speaking Engagements

Mohamed Mussa speaking at the launch of Chestertons Cambodia

Speaker

Phnom Penh, KH

Click on the Chestertons logo to view Mohamed Mussa speaking at the launch of Chestertons Cambodia.

Mohamed Mussa discussing Chestertons' property and facilities management services

Speaker

Click on the Chestertons logo to view Mohamed Mussa talking about Chestertons' property and facilities management services during the Chestertons Asia tour.

Mohamed Mussa’s Education

University of Essex

International Business and Entrepreneurship, BSc

2017 - 2020