Business Development Executive

Sundus Recruitment and Outsourcing Services, Abu Dhabi; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Business Development Executive with expertise in Aviation, Defense, and Government Consulting. The role involves identifying business opportunities, forging partnerships, and managing contracts. Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree, strong sales experience, and excellent communication skills in English and Arabic. This opportunity offers a dynamic working environment with strategic industry exposure.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of proven experience in Business Development, Sales, or Strategic Partnerships.
• Demonstrated success within the Aviation, Defense, Maritime, or Government Consulting sectors.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Arabic.

Responsibilities

• Identify new business opportunities and forge strategic partnerships.
• Expand client base within both public and private sectors.
• Manage high-value contracts or defense-related projects.

Skills

Business Development

Sales

Strategic Partnerships

Communication skills

CRM platforms

Microsoft Office Suite

B2G sales

Contract management

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Aviation, or closely related discipline

Master's degree (MBA or equivalent)

Tools

CRM platforms

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Our client is currently hiring for Business Development Executive who has proven experience in Aviation, Defense, Maritime, or Government Consulting industries. The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, forging strategic partnerships, and expanding our client base within both public and private sectors.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Aviation, Defense, or a closely related discipline.
• A Master’s degree (MBA or equivalent) is highly desirable.
• 5–10 years of proven experience in Business Development, Sales, or Strategic Partnerships.
• Demonstrated success within the Aviation, Defense, Maritime, or Government Consulting sectors.
• Strong familiarity with government procurement processes and B2G sales across the GCC, especially in the UAE.
• A solid track record of winning and managing high-value contracts or defense-related projects.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both English and Arabic; proficiency in French is a significant asset.
• Skilled in using CRM platforms and sales enablement tools to manage pipelines and optimize conversion rates.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word), with the ability to deliver compelling presentations and data-driven insights.
• Adept at fostering trust-based relationships with government stakeholders, OEMs, and strategic industry partners.
• Highly motivated and goal-oriented, with a consistent history of surpassing business development objectives.
• Open to relocating or working full-time in Abu Dhabi.