Commercial Director - Events & Immersive Technoloy

ESMOS Recruitment; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Commercial Manager for a client in Dubai, focused on driving revenue growth and building partnerships in a dynamic industry. Ideal candidates will possess significant leadership experience, strategic thinking ability, and a strong network in the events and marketing sectors.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of commercial leadership experience with a sales focus.
• Track record in design-led experiences or tech-integrated environments.
• Strong portfolio of C-level relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute commercial strategies aligned with business goals.
• Lead and mentor sales and business development teams.
• Oversee sales operations, pipelines, and performance reporting.

Skills

Commercial Mindset

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Strategic Thinking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

MBA

Job description

ESMOS Recruitment is looking for a Commercial Manager to join one of our clients in a dynamic and fast-paced industry. This role is ideal for a results-driven professional with a strong commercial mindset and leadership experience. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving revenue growth, leading business development efforts, and managing key partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute commercial strategies aligned with business goals
• Lead and mentor sales and business development teams
• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders and partners
• Identify new markets and growth opportunities
• Oversee sales operations, pipelines, and performance reporting
• Collaborate with internal teams to deliver integrated client solutions
• Manage budgets, revenue targets, and commercial KPIs

Requirements:-

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA preferred
• 10+ years of commercial leadership experience, with a strong sales orientation
• Track record in selling design-led experiences or tech-integrated environments
• Deep domain knowledge of the events, exhibitions, or brand experience industry
• Strong portfolio of C-level relationships in marketing and event circles
• Proven success in leading and motivating sales teams
• Strategic thinker with strong financial, negotiation, and communication skills

Salary: 35K - 40K AED