Business Development Executive

FlapKap; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing financial startup is seeking a Business Development Executive to drive client acquisition across the UAE market. You will identify and close high-potential SME clients using data-driven methods and multi-channel outreach strategies. Ideal candidates have experience in business development, strong communication skills, and a collaborative spirit. The role offers a competitive salary, commission structure, and a hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Top-tier commission structure

Paid time off

Healthcare coverage

Collaborative team environment

Qualifications

• Experience in business development or sales, preferably in SMEs.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a hybrid environment.

Responsibilities

• Source, identify, and qualify SME leads across the UAE market using digital tools.
• Execute multi-channel outreach campaigns.
• Own the entire outbound sales process.

Skills

Lead generation

Digital outreach

CRM management

Client success coordination

Job description

About FlapKap

FlapKap is a fast, smart, collaborative, first‑of‑a‑kind startup disrupting the financial industry in the MENA region. We finance the working capital of small and medium‑size businesses across the Middle East and Africa, giving merchants growth without losing equity. Backed by QED, BECO Capital, A15, Outliers, and Nclude with over $40 m USD, FlapKap offers a welcoming environment that fuels creativity and innovation.

Role Overview

As a Business Development Executive, you will drive FlapKap’s growth engine. You will identify, acquire, and close high‑potential SME clients across the UAE market using creative, data‑driven methods and a multi‑channel outreach strategy.

Responsibilities

• Source, identify, and qualify SME leads across the UAE market using digital tools and data platforms.
• Execute smart, multi‑channel outreach campaigns (phone, email, social media, etc.).
• Own the entire outbound sales process from lead generation to closing.
• Maintain and update CRM with pipeline data, status updates, and conversion metrics.
• Coordinate with the UAE‑based team for warm handovers, onboarding, and client success.
• Contribute ideas, strategies, and market insights to continually improve the sales process.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and top‑tier commission structure.
• Hybrid working environment.
• Paid time off and healthcare coverage.
• A highly collaborative team that supports your professional and personal growth.
• A culture that promotes work‑life balance, wellbeing, learning, and innovation.