Business Development Executive

Skills Hub; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 220,000 - 331,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy is seeking an experienced Business Development Executive to lead growth efforts in the UAE. This role involves engaging corporate clients, creating tailored solutions, and driving sales for recruitment and consultancy services. The ideal candidate has over 4 years of experience in business development, a strong understanding of HR services, and excellent communication skills. The position offers competitive salary and opportunities for career growth in a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Performance-based incentives

Career growth opportunities

Exposure to various industries

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in business development or sales.
• Strong understanding of recruitment or HR advisory services.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage new business clients in target industries.
• Develop strategic business development plans.
• Build relationships with clients to promote services.
• Lead business proposals and presentations.

Skills

Business development

Sales experience

Client relationship management

Excellent communication skills

Education

Master's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, HR

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

About the job Business Development Executive

We are looking for an experienced Business Development Executive to lead our growth efforts in the UAE. You will play a critical role in driving sales for our recruitment, outsourcing, and consultancy service lines by building relationships with corporate clients, understanding their hiring and HR needs, and presenting tailored solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, prospect, and engage new business clients in target industries (corporate, healthcare, professional services, etc.).
• Develop and execute strategic business development plans aligned with company growth objectives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients to promote cross-selling and upselling of our services.
• Coordinate with internal teams (recruitment, operations, and consultancy) to ensure client requirements are translated into deliverables.
• Lead the preparation and delivery of business proposals, pitches, and presentations to prospective clients.
• Represent Skills Hub at industry events, conferences, and networking forums.
• Monitor market trends, competitive landscape, and emerging business opportunities.
• Track performance metrics, sales pipeline, and revenue forecasts; report regularly to senior management.

Qualifications & Skills

• Masters or Bachelor's degree in Business, Sales, Marketing, HR, or a related field.
• At least 4 years of experience in business development or sales, preferably within recruitment, HR services, or consultancy.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
• Strong understanding of recruitment, outsourcing, or HR advisory services.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to build and sustain long-term client relationships.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office / Google Workspace.
• Self-starter, result-driven, and capable of working independently and collaboratively.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary + performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to work in a fast-growing and mission-driven recruitment consultancy.
• Career growth and professional development within a company that values innovation and integrity.
• Exposure to a wide range of industries and business models.
• Hybrid working environment (where applicable).