Business Development Manager

We are looking for a proactive and commercially minded Business Development Manager to work directly with the founder across a range of business projects and opportunities in the UAE.

This is a hands-on role combining business development, relationship management, market research, commercial coordination and executive support.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct market research and identify relevant companies, decision-makers and opportunities across different sectors
• Identify and develop new business opportunities, partnerships, clients and strategic contacts
• Manage business outreach through calls, emails, meetings and direct introductions
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, partners, suppliers, distributors, investors and other stakeholders
• Arrange, attend and support business meetings, presentations and negotiations
• Assist with market-entry and business development projects, including coordination with local and international partners
• Assist with business documentation, proposals, agreements, presentations, correspondence and other required materials
• Manage follow-ups and help move opportunities from initial contact through to execution
• Provide hands-on executive and commercial support across various ongoing and new business projects

Requirements

• Proven experience in business development, sales, partnerships, commercial support or a similar role
• Previous professional experience in the UAE and a good understanding of the local business environment
• Strong ability to research, prospect, approach and communicate with new business contacts
• Excellent English communication, presentation and negotiation skills
• Confident in dealing with business owners, senior executives and decision-makers
• Commercially minded, resourceful and results-oriented
• Able to work independently and manage different projects simultaneously
• Comfortable working in a flexible, entrepreneurial environment where priorities and projects may change
• Existing business network in the UAE is a strong advantage
• UAE driving licence required
• Existing UAE residence visa is an advantage

Engagement

The role will initially be offered on a paid short-term contract with fixed compensation, with the opportunity to develop into a long-term position.

For the right candidate, the long-term compensation structure will include fixed compensation plus performance-based commission and incentives linked to successfully completed business opportunities and projects.

Looking for someone who can hit the ground running from day one — a self-starter with practical UAE business experience who can take an objective, identify the right approach and execute with minimal supervision.