Senior Director Business Development

Role Overview

We are working with a prominent and fast semi government group to appoint a Senior Director of Business Development. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for driving commercial strategy, unlocking new revenue streams, and maximizing the value of a diverse asset portfolio across the UAE.

This position goes beyond traditional business development it requires a commercially astute leader who can identify market opportunities, structure complex deals, and build strategic partnerships that deliver sustainable, long-term growth.

Key Responsibilities :

Lead the development and execution of a forward-thinking commercial and business development strategy aligned with overall organizational objectives

Identify, evaluate, and execute new business opportunities, including acquisitions, joint ventures, strategic partnerships, and innovative revenue models

Conduct in-depth market research and competitive analysis, translating insights into actionable strategies that enhance asset performance

Develop robust feasibility studies and business cases, ensuring all opportunities meet financial and strategic return thresholds

Drive revenue optimization initiatives, including tenant mix strategy, leasing enhancements, and new monetization channels across assets

Play a key role in investor engagement, delivering clear performance updates and building confidence in the portfolio's growth trajectory

Collaborate closely with internal leadership teams to ensure alignment across commercial, financial, and operational priorities

Represent the organization at industry events, forums, and key stakeholder meetings, strengthening market presence and partnerships

Skills, Experience & Competencies :

710+ years of experience in business development, investments, or commercial real estate, with a strong track record in deal origination and execution

Demonstrated success in leading complex negotiations and closing high-value transactions

Strong expertise in real estate markets, investment analysis, and financial modelling

Ability to translate market intelligence into strategic growth initiatives

Highly developed stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging investors, developers, and government entities

A strategic mindset combined with a hands-on, execution-focused approach

Excellent communication, presentation, and influencing capabilities

Availability:

Preference will be given to candidates available immediately or a maximum 30 days after accepting the offer.

We are looking for a candidate who will be able to work in United Arab Emirates. Please apply with your resume and remember to provide us with your contact details.

We will review your job application within 7 working days. Should your profile fit the requirements of the role a consultant from Edari will be in touch with you to get a deeper understanding of your profile, to discuss the role in more detail and potential next steps.