Business Development Manager

Trendz Agency; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media company in Abu Dhabi is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to expand partnerships and sponsorships across the GCC. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Business, at least 3 years of relevant experience, and excellent negotiation skills. A strong network in the UAE is advantageous. This role offers a chance to significantly contribute to the growth of Trendz Podcast.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in business development, sales, or partnerships, preferably in media or advertising.
• Strong network in the UAE / GCC is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills in English; Arabic is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure sponsorships and partnerships with corporations and government entities.
• Build relationships with decision-makers in targeted industries.
• Develop sales strategies for podcast sponsorships and media collaborations.
• Collaborate with marketing teams for audience growth.
• Monitor industry trends for business expansion.
• Achieve business development targets.

Skills

Business development

Sales

Partnerships

Negotiation

Communication

Education

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

Job description

About Trendz Podcast

Trendz Podcast is the #1 Arabic business and investment podcast in the region, with more than 500,000 engaged followers and over 10 million views across platforms. Headquartered in Abu Dhabi, Trendz Podcast produces top-rated shows such as The Investment School and Business Up Close, where we interview leading entrepreneurs, executives, and innovators from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and across the Arab world.

We are expanding our team and looking for a dynamic Business Development Manager to help us grow partnerships, sponsorships, and business opportunities across the GCC.

Job Responsibilities

• Identify, engage, and secure sponsorships and partnerships with corporations, banks, real estate developers, and government entities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with decision-makers and key stakeholders in targeted industries.
• Develop sales strategies and proposals for podcast sponsorships, branded content, and media collaborations.
• Collaborate with the content and marketing teams to align business opportunities with audience growth.
• Monitor industry trends and provide insights to support the expansion of Trendz Podcast.
• Achieve and exceed monthly and quarterly business development targets.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in business development, sales, or partnerships (preferably in media, advertising, or digital marketing).
• Strong network in the UAE / GCC is a plus.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills in English (Arabic is a strong advantage).
• Results-oriented with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.