Business Development Executive

Hundred Media.ae; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading events company in Dubai is seeking an experienced Sales Executive to generate leads and manage exhibition projects. The ideal candidate has 2-3 years of sales experience in the exhibitions sector and possesses strong communication and negotiation skills. This role requires a proactive mindset and the ability to build long-term client relationships. A degree in Business or Marketing is preferred, along with a UAE driving license.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–3 years of sales experience in the exhibitions/events industry.
• Ability to develop and maintain long-term client relationships.
• Target-driven with proactive and result-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Generate leads and convert them into confirmed exhibition projects.
• Achieve or exceed assigned sales targets in the exhibitions and events sector.
• Conduct client meetings, presentations, and negotiations.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to ensure repeat business.
• Prepare sales reports, forecasts, and pipeline updates.
• Collaborate with design, production, and project management teams.

Skills

Sales experience in exhibitions/events industry

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Client relationship management

Proactive mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Generate leads and convert them into confirmed exhibition projects.
• Achieve or exceed assigned sales targets in the exhibitions and events sector.
• Conduct client meetings, presentations, and negotiations.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to ensure repeat business.
• Prepare sales reports, forecasts, and pipeline updates.
• Collaborate with design, production, and project management teams to deliver client requirements.

Qualifications

• Proven sales experience in the exhibitions/events industry (minimum 2–3 years).
• Strong communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain long-term client relationships.
• Target-driven with a proactive and result-oriented mindset.
• Knowledge of exhibition stand design, fabrication, and event solutions is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or related field preferred.
• UAE driving license is an advantage.