Business Development Executive

Keller Executive Search; Dubai; Remote; AED 312,000 - 386,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading executive recruitment firm in Dubai is seeking a Sales Associate. The individual will drive sales for recruitment services, maintain client relationships, and support marketing efforts. Candidates should have previous sales experience, excellent communication skills, and familiarity with CRM tools. The position offers a competitive salary with uncapped commissions and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary: 312K AED – 386K annually

Comprehensive health insurance

Paid time off including vacation and sick leave

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Experience in sales, preferably in recruitment, HR, or B2B services.
• Ability to work independently in a team-driven setting.
• Strong prospecting, negotiation, and closing skills.

Responsibilities

• Prospect and qualify leads for executive search and recruitment services.
• Conduct sales calls and presentations to showcase Keller's value.
• Build and maintain client relationships, understanding their hiring needs.

Skills

Sales experience

CRM software familiarity

Negotiation skills

Communication abilities

Goal orientation

Attention to detail

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

Overview

This is a position within Keller Executive Search and not with one of its clients.

Passionate about closing deals and building relationships in the executive recruitment space? Step into the role of Sales Associate at Keller Executive Search and fuel our growth in a competitive, rewarding environment. You'll drive sales for recruitment services, targeting clients across industries. An ideal sales / business development associate job with remote options and uncapped earning potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Prospect and qualify leads for executive search and recruitment services.
• Conduct sales calls, presentations, and demos to showcase Keller's value.
• Build and maintain client relationships, understanding their hiring needs.
• Collaborate with recruitment teams to tailor proposals and close deals.
• Track sales pipelines, metrics, and forecasts using CRM tools.
• Participate in market research to identify new business opportunities.
• Support marketing efforts, including events and content promotion.

Requirements

• Experience in sales, preferably in recruitment, HR, or B2B services.
• Familiarity with CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) and sales tools.
• Strong prospecting, negotiation, and closing skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.
• Goal-oriented with a track record of meeting targets.
• Attention to detail in managing sales data.
• Ability to work independently in a team-driven setting.
• Adaptable to fast-paced sales cycles.

Benefits

• Compensation and Benefits (Upfront Highlights):
• Competitive base salary: 312K AED – 386K annually (depending on experience) + uncapped commissions.
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision).
• Paid Time Off (PTO) including vacation, holidays, and personal days.
• Paid Sick Leave.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth, skill development, and career advancement.
• Supportive, inclusive, and diverse work environment valuing collaboration and innovation.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact by expanding our network of top talent connections.

Professional Growth

• Experience in a rapidly scaling sales organization.
• Opportunity to advance into senior sales or account management roles.
• Hands-on training in recruitment sales and client strategy.

Company Culture

• Flat management structure with direct access to decision-makers.
• Friendly, collaborative U.S.-based team empowering innovation.
• Open communication environment.
• No bureaucracy or rigid hierarchies.
• Results-oriented approach.

Why Join Keller

Global Reach and Impact

Join a top-tier international executive search firm with worldwide reach. You'll gain exposure to U.S. markets, global stakeholders, and high-stakes talent acquisition that drives transformative business growth.

Career Acceleration

Thrive in a flat, results-oriented structure with direct access to decision-makers, offering rapid professional development, hands-on learning in executive recruitment, and clear paths to expand your responsibilities in a scaling organization.

Collaborative and Inclusive Culture

Team up with a friendly crew that fosters open communication, celebrates diversity, and values innovation—free from bureaucracy, with a focus on teamwork and meaningful contributions to connecting top talent with life-changing opportunities.

Work-Life Integration

Enjoy the flexibility of remote work in a supportive environment that prioritizes your well-being, while making a tangible difference in industries worldwide through ethical, high-standard recruitment practices.

Unmatched Professional Growth

Benefit from opportunities to work on diverse, high-impact projects, including leadership assessments and HR advisory services, in a company committed to excellence, client success, and long-term employee development.

Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination Policy

Keller Executive Search and its clients are committed to being Equal Opportunity Employers in the United Arab Emirates. Employment decisions are made without discrimination based on religion, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, socioeconomic background, political affiliation, or any other personal characteristic.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

This policy applies to all stages and aspects of employment, including :

• Recruitment and hiring
• Assignment and placement
• Compensation and benefits
• Training and development
• Promotion and transfer
• Leave and discipline
• Termination and workplace programs

Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We foster inclusive, respectful, and safe workplaces where everyone is valued and empowered to thrive. Our practices promote equal opportunity and aim to prevent and eliminate discrimination in all forms.

Reasonable Accommodations

Keller Executive Search and its clients provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities, pregnant and lactating employees, and others who may require adjustments to perform their roles effectively. These accommodations are determined through a collaborative process to ensure equal access to employment and job performance.

Harassment- and Violence-Free Workplace

We strictly prohibit all forms of workplace harassment, including abuse of authority, sexual harassment, and any conduct that creates a hostile, intimidating, or offensive environment. This includes verbal, physical, visual, and electronic forms of harassment.

Employees, candidates, contractors, and vendors may report concerns confidentially to HR or through designated ethics channels. We prohibit retaliation against anyone who reports in good faith or participates in an investigation.

Equal Pay and Fair Compensation

Compensation decisions are based on skills, responsibilities, performance, experience, and market data. We do not make pay decisions based on personal characteristics. Salary disclosures in job postings are accurate and reflect bona fide factors such as experience, competencies, internal equity, and applicable pay structures.

We periodically review compensation practices to support pay equity and ensure fairness.

Data Privacy and Employee Information

We collect and process personal data only for legitimate employment-related purposes. We provide privacy notices, implement appropriate security and access controls, and obtain consent where required.

Training and Communication

Keller Executive Search and its clients provide periodic training on non-discrimination, harassment prevention, and workplace safety. Policies and procedures are made available in English and Arabic for accessibility and understanding.

Administration, Review, and Amendments

This policy is administered by Human Resources and Legal / Compliance in the UAE. It is reviewed regularly and updated as internal practices evolve.

Note: This job posting may refer to a position with Keller Executive Search or one of our clients. The specific employer will be identified during the application and interview process. Employment terms will comply with applicable Bangladeshi employment regulations.