Business Development Executive, Large Enterprise (Finance & Assurance)

Gartner; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 160,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

A global market research firm is seeking a Business Development Executive in the United Arab Emirates to drive new business opportunities and build relationships with C-level executives. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of B2B sales experience and a proven track record of exceeding targets. The role includes full ownership of the sales cycle and provides opportunities for internal promotion. Competitive salary and uncapped commission structure offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous paid time off

Uncapped commission structure

World-class sales training

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ B2B sales experience, preferably within complex sales environments.
• Proven track record meeting and exceeding sales targets.
• Willingness to conduct travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Drive new business opportunities with organizations across your territory.
• Convert viable prospects into active Gartner clients.
• Build a pipeline of high-quality opportunities to meet sales metrics.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Business development

Experience with C-Level Executives

Sales forecasting

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

About this role:

Our Business Development teams play a critical role in expanding Gartner’s presence across the global market. Gartner Business Development Executives strategically acquire new clients by cultivating trust‑based relationships with C‑level executives to understand their mission critical priorities, then uncovering opportunities to deliver client‑value through the lens of the industry in which they operate. They own and drive the full sales cycle, from identifying prospects to closure, and transition new clients to the account management team for ongoing value delivery.

What you will do:

• Seek out and drive new business opportunities with new‑to‑Gartner organizations across your territory, from initial client outreach to close, targeting Large Enterprise organizations.
• Convert viable prospects into active Gartner clients, owning the full sales conversation and negotiation through to the transition of new clients to the account management team.
• Continually build a pipeline of high‑quality opportunities to deliver against your sales metrics ensuring KPI’s are met.
• Align the right combination of insight, guidance, and practical tools to bring value to the partnership.
• Quota responsibility for your assigned territory.
• Manage complex high‑revenue sales across matrix and diverse business environments.
• Own forecasting and account planning on a monthly/quarterly/annual basis.

What you will need:

• 5+ years’ B2B sales experience, preferably within complex, intangible sales environments.
• Business development or new‑client acquisition experience in a selling role highly desired.
• Experience selling to and/or influencing C‑Level Executives.
• Proven track record meeting and exceeding sales targets.
• Proven ability to precisely manage and forecast a complex sale process.
• Willingness to conduct travel as needed.
• Bachelor’s degree desired.

Progression within Business Development Executive Roles:

Gartner offers a lifetime of opportunities driven by our growth. How far you go is driven by your passion and performance. Typical internal promotions include:

• Business Development Director
• Team Lead
• Sales Manager

What you will get:

• Competitive salary, generous paid time off policy, charity match program, and more!
• Uncapped commission structure
• World‑class sales training programs and skill development programs
• Annual "Winners Circle" event attendance at exclusive destinations for top performers
• Collaborative, team‑oriented culture that embraces inclusion
• Professional development and career growth opportunities

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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