Business Development Manager

Akilconnect; Sharjah; On-site; AED 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Akilconnect in Sharjah, UAE, seeks a dynamic Business Development Manager to expand the client base, with a strong focus on the Chinese market and leading marketing initiatives for the MENA region. This role supports growth, builds partnerships, and drives revenue by connecting with key clients and strategic allies.

You will develop and execute regional campaigns, nurture relationships, and provide weekly updates on progress.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of proven success in business development, sales, or related field.
• Experience in client acquisition and retention.
• Strong marketing background with regional campaigns.
• Excellent sales acumen with track record of exceeding targets.
• Experience in PR and brand building.
• Proficiency in analysis to identify market opportunities.
• Ability to acquire clients in international markets like China.
• Strong relationship management skills for client bonds.
• Proven partnership development track record.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Automotive industry knowledge is highly preferred.
• Career level expectations: experienced, remote work, growth.

Responsibilities

• Proactively acquire new clients, focusing on Chinese companies.
• Develop and execute marketing activities for the MENA region.
• Establish and nurture strong relationships with clients.
• Follow up on client relationships to ensure satisfaction.
• Provide weekly updates on client connections and partnerships.
• Coordinate with internal teams to align development efforts.
• Strategize initiatives to enhance client loyalty and retention.
• Lead growth initiatives and measure impact.
• Drive expansion and revenue growth in the MENA market.

Skills

Business Development

Marketing

Sales

Public Relations (PR)

Analysis

Acquire Clients

Relationship Management

Partnership Development

Communication

Automotive Industry Knowledge

Job description

# Business Development ManagerEmployer not listedCairo, EgyptOriginal postPosted OnJul 08, 2026DeadlineNot availableEmployment TypeFull-TimeWork TypeOn-siteCompensationNot available##### DescriptionAre you a dynamic and results-driven professional with a passion for forging strong relationships and expanding market presence? We are actively seeking an exceptional **Business Development Manager** to join our remote team in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates!This is an incredible opportunity to drive growth, especially within the vital Chinese market, and lead our marketing initiatives for the MENA region. If you thrive on building connections, exceeding targets, and making a tangible impact, this role is for you!* **Overview:** As our Business Development Manager, you will be at the forefront of our growth strategy, responsible for acquiring new clients, with a particular focus on the Chinese market. You'll also be instrumental in executing marketing activities across the MENA region, ensuring our brand resonates with key audiences. Your success will directly impact our expansion and market penetration.* **Responsibilities:** + **Proactively acquire new clients**, targeting especially Chinese companies, and expanding our client portfolio. + Develop and execute comprehensive **marketing activities** tailored for the MENA region. + Establish and nurture strong, lasting **relationships with clients**, acting as a trusted advisor. + Consistently follow up on client relationships, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and engagement. + Provide regular **weekly updates** on client connections and partnership developments. + Work closely with internal teams to align business development efforts with overall company objectives. + Strategize and implement initiatives to enhance client loyalty and retention.* **Skills/Technologies:** This role demands a powerful blend of strategic thinking, relationship-building prowess, and a deep understanding of market dynamics. You'll leverage your expertise in client acquisition, marketing strategy, and partnership development to achieve outstanding results.* **Growth Opportunities:** We are committed to your professional development. As you excel in this role, you will have ample opportunities to take on greater responsibilities, lead new initiatives, and shape the future of our market presence. Your achievements will be recognized and rewarded, with a bonus and commission structure directly tied to client performance.* **Team/Culture:** Join a vibrant, supportive, and results-oriented remote team that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement. We foster an environment where your contributions are celebrated, and your professional growth is a priority.* **Impact:** Your efforts will be pivotal in expanding our client base, strengthening our market position in the MENA region, and driving significant revenue growth. You will be a key player in our success story, directly influencing our strategic direction and market reach.### Job Requirements* **Experience:** We are seeking an **Experienced** professional with **3-7 years** of proven success in business development, sales, or a related field.* **Required Skills:** + Demonstrable expertise in **Business Development**, particularly in client acquisition and retention. + Strong background in **Marketing**, with experience in developing and executing regional marketing campaigns. + Exceptional **Sales** acumen, with a track record of exceeding targets. + Experience in **Public Relations (PR)** and brand building. + Proficiency in **Analysis** to identify market opportunities and inform strategies. + Proven ability to **acquire clients**, especially within international markets like China. + Outstanding **Relationship Management** skills, capable of building and maintaining strong client bonds. + A track record of successful **Partnership Development**. + Excellent **Communication** and interpersonal skills, essential for weekly updates and client interactions. + **Automotive Industry Knowledge** is highly preferred, demonstrating an understanding of the sector's nuances.* **Career Level Expectations:** This role is designed for an experienced professional ready to take on significant responsibility and drive impactful results from day one. You are a self-starter who thrives in a remote environment and is committed to continuous growth.##### Requirements

• Experience: We are seeking an Experienced professional with 3-7 years of proven success in business development, sales, or a related field.

• Required Skills:

  • Demonstrable expertise in Business Development, particularly in client acquisition and retention.

  • Strong background in Marketing, with experience in developing and executing regional marketing campaigns.

  • Exceptional Sales acumen, with a track record of exceeding targets.

  • Experience in Public Relations (PR) and brand building.

  • Proficiency in Analysis to identify market opportunities and inform strategies.

  • Proven ability to acquire clients, especially within international markets like China.

  • Outstanding Relationship Management skills, capable of building and maintaining strong client bonds.

  • A track record of successful Partnership Development.

  • Excellent Communication and interpersonal skills, essential for weekly updates and client interactions.

  • Automotive Industry Knowledge is highly preferred, demonstrating an understanding of the sector's nuances.

• Career Level Expectations: This role is designed for an experienced professional ready to take on significant responsibility and drive impactful results from day oneYou are a self-starter who thrives in a remote environment and is committed to continuous growth.

##### Responsibilities

Are you a dynamic and results-driven professional with a passion for forging strong relationships and expanding market presence? We are actively seeking an exceptional Business Development Manager to join our remote team in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates!

This is an incredible opportunity to drive growth, especially within the vital Chinese market, and lead our marketing initiatives for the MENA regionIf you thrive on building connections, exceeding targets, and making a tangible impact, this role is for you!

• Overview: As our Business Development Manager, you will be at the forefront of our growth strategy, responsible for acquiring new clients, with a particular focus on the Chinese marketYou'll also be instrumental in executing marketing activities across the MENA region, ensuring our brand resonates with key audiencesYour success will directly impact our expansion and market penetration.

• Responsibilities:

  • Proactively acquire new clients, targeting especially Chinese companies, and expanding our client portfolio.

  • Develop and execute comprehensive marketing activities tailored for the MENA region.

  • Establish and nurture strong, lasting relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor.

  • Consistently follow up on client relationships, ensuring high levels of satisfaction and engagement.

  • Provide regular weekly updates on client connections and partnership developments.

  • Work closely with internal teams to align business development efforts with overall company objectives.

  • Strategize and implement initiatives to enhance client loyalty and retention.

• Skills/Technologies: This role demands a powerful blend of strategic thinking, relationship-building prowess, and a deep understanding of market dynamicsYou'll leverage your expertise in client acquisition, marketing strategy, and partnership development to achieve outstanding results.

• Growth Opportunities: We are committed to your professional developmentAs you excel in this role, you will have ample opportunities to take on greater responsibilities, lead new initiatives, and shape the future of our market presenceYour achievements will be recognized and rewarded, with a bonus and commission structure directly tied to client performance.

• Team/Culture: Join a vibrant, supportive, and results-oriented remote team that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvementWe foster an environment where your contributions are celebrated, and your professional growth is a priority.

• Impact: Your efforts will be pivotal in expanding our client base, strengthening our market position in the MENA region, and driving significant revenue growthYou will be a key player in our success story, directly influencing our strategic direction and market reach.