Business Development Coordinator

Arena Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading business development firm in Dubai is seeking a Business Development Coordinator to work with the CEO on various strategic growth projects. This dynamic role involves managing new development projects, conducting market research, and ensuring effective communication with stakeholders. The ideal candidate should possess strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership.
• Experience in business development or project coordination.
• Quick learner with high adaptability.
• Ability to handle sensitive projects with confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage new development projects.
• Conduct market research and feasibility studies.
• Liaise with consultants and partners for project execution.
• Track tasks and milestones in project management systems.
• Prepare structured progress reports for the CEO.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Project Management

Analytical Thinking

Initiative & Ownership

Adaptability

Attention to Detail

Cultural Awareness

Tech-Savvy

Problem-Solving

Tools

ClickUp

Trello

Asana

MS Office

Google Workspace

Job description

We are seeking a Business Development Coordinator to work directly with the CEO on strategic growth projects across the UAE and internationally. This is a highly dynamic role for someone who is proactive, organized, and passionate about driving new ventures forward.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and manage new development projects (offices abroad, logistics, construction, international ventures).
• Conduct market research and feasibility studies for expansion opportunities.
• Liaise with consultants, partners, and internal teams to ensure project execution.
• Track tasks, milestones, and deliverables in project management systems.
• Prepare structured progress reports directly for the CEO.

Requirements:

• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently, take ownership, and deliver results.
• Experience in business development, project coordination, or related fields.
• High adaptability and willingness to learn quickly.
• Confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive projects.

Skills

Project Management: Ability to plan, prioritize, and track multiple projects at once.

Analytical Thinking: Strong capability to conduct market research, feasibility studies, and prepare structured reports.

Communication: Excellent written and verbal skills in English; ability to communicate clearly with internal teams and external partners.

Initiative & Ownership: Self-starter who can move projects forward without constant supervision.

Adaptability: Quick learner who can handle unfamiliar industries, markets, and international environments.

Attention to Detail: Precise in documentation, reporting, and following up on deliverables.

Cultural Awareness: Comfortable working with diverse international teams and stakeholders.

Confidentiality & Integrity: Trusted to handle sensitive business information with discretion.

Tech-Savvy: Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., ClickUp, Trello, Asana) and proficiency in MS Office / Google Workspace.

Problem-Solving: Solution-oriented mindset, able to overcome roadblocks and keep momentum in projects.