BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

Duncan & Ross; Dubai; On-site; AED 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the consulting industry is seeking a Business Development Manager in Dubai. The ideal candidate will utilize their strong business development skills to drive growth, foster strategic partnerships, and enhance the company’s presence in the region. This role requires a proactive individual with a solid understanding of the market dynamics in the UAE and excellent communication abilities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years in business development roles.
• Strong understanding of local market dynamics and practices.
• Fluency in English; Arabic is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement business development plans.
• Identify and engage potential clients.
• Collaborate with teams to deliver custom solutions.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Presentation

Strategic Thinking

Market Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Master's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CRM software

Project management tools

Job description

POSITION OVERVIEW:

We are seeking a dynamic and resultsdriven Business Development Manager to join our team in the UAE. The ideal candidate will have a background in consulting or manpower coupled with exceptional business development skills to drive growth and foster strategic partnerships in the region.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and implement strategic business development plans to expand the companys presence in the UAE.
• Identify and target potential clients including private sector companies and multinational corporations to generate new business opportunities.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders including decisionmakers and influencers to understand their needs and position our services effectively.
• Lead the preparation and submission of proposals presentations and bids for projects ensuring alignment with client requirements and company objectives.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify emerging trends competitive landscapes and potential opportunities for growth.
• Collaborate with crossfunctional teams including engineering project management and finance to develop customized solutions and deliver highquality services to clients.
• Represent the company at industry events conferences and networking functions to promote our capabilities and establish thought leadership in the field.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of business development activities track key metrics and provide regular reports to senior management.
• Stay abreast of industry developments regulatory changes and market dynamics to inform strategic decisionmaking and maintain a competitive edge.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering or a related field; Masters degree preferred.
• Proven track record of at least 3 years in business development roles within the consulting or manpower industry preferably in the GCC region.
• Deep understanding of the local market dynamics regulatory environment and business practices in the UAE
• Strong network within the engineering construction or energy sectors in the UAE
• Excellent communication negotiation and presentation skills with the ability to influence and persuade stakeholders at all levels.
• Strategic thinker with a resultsoriented mindset and a demonstrated ability to drive revenue growth and achieve business targets.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and CRM software; experience with project management tools is a plus.
• Fluency in English is essential Arabic is a plus.

Vertical:

Corporate