Business Development Manager (Hard Commodities)

Human Craft; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable HR consulting firm in the UAE is seeking a Business Development Manager to focus on expanding LNG and energy infrastructure in India, Southeast Asia, and Africa. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in energy markets, strong communication skills, and a deep understanding of market entry strategies. This role offers a dynamic opportunity to engage with key stakeholders and representatives across regions, contributing to significant commercial growth in the energy sector.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in energy markets, preferably in LNG or natural gas.
• Deep understanding of energy infrastructure and market entry strategy.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Local / regional market knowledge is a strong advantage.
• Fluent English, other languages add value.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage potential LNG buyers and operators in target regions.
• Represent the company at industry events and business forums.
• Develop local market intelligence and monitor regulatory frameworks.
• Support preparation of marketing materials and follow-up communications.

Skills

Experience in energy markets

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Local market knowledge

Fluent English

Education

Master’s degree in business, Engineering, Energy, or related fields

Job description

Overview

The Role Job description We are recruiting on behalf of our UAE-based client, a reputable company in the hard commodity sector, for the role of Business Development Manager – (areas of business development are - India, Southeast Asia, and Africa. This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic international team and play a key role in expanding LNG and energy infrastructure business across high-potential markets. We are seeking on behalf of our UAE – based client an experienced and well-connected Business Development Manager to lead commercial expansion across India, Southeast Asia, and Africa. The successful candidate will focus on LNG and energy infrastructure opportunities, engaging with government entities, IPPs, and industrial buyers. This role requires a strategic, relationship-driven professional with deep regional expertise and a strong network in the energy sector.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage potential LNG buyers, regasification operators, IPPs and industrial offtakes in target regions.
• Represent the company at industry events, state-level meetings, and business forums.
• Develop local market intelligence, monitor regulatory frameworks and LNG-related developments.
• Support preparation of marketing materials, pitch decks, and follow-up communications.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in energy markets, preferably in LNG or natural gas.
• Deep understanding of energy infrastructure and market entry strategy.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Local / regional market knowledge is a strong advantage.
• Fluent English, Other languages add value to the professional profile.

Preferred

• Prior experience in international energy trade or project development.
• Existing network of contacts in the gas and LNG sector in the relevant region.
• Master’s degree in business, Engineering, Energy, or related fields.

Please kindly apply in English.

About the company

Human Craft is an HR consulting boutique , backed by a team of experts who bring over 20 years of international experience. Specializing in recruitment, people management, and corporate culture development but not all. Our expertise spans multiple industries, employing proven techniques and years of practical implication frameworks. We help corporates foster growth and a thriving workplace culture. With global best practices respecting local insights. We ensure proposed solution is sustainable and impactful in the long term, bearing in mid cost effectiveness of each project. Human Craft is built on the belief that HR is an art form, where people are at the center of every business decision. Just as a master craftsman, we as well carefully shape each piece to perfection, we bring a personalized, thoughtful approach to recruiting, managing and developing human capital for corporate clients. At Human Craft, we stand as a trusted minor partner, helping corporates maintain and elevate their HR functions and unlock the full potential of their most valuable assetpeople.