Director of Business Development

Jex Recruitment | Connecting top talent with leading companies; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an experienced Business Development Director in Dubai. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing high-value relationships and driving revenue growth. Responsibilities include market expansion, relationship management, and developing partnership strategies. The position requires 8–10 years of relevant experience, with strong networking and negotiation skills being critical for success.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in business development or sales leadership.
• Established relationships with brokers and strategic partners.
• Minimum 8–10 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop growth strategies to enter new markets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key partners.
• Drive new business opportunities and negotiate deals.

Skills

Business development

Relationship management

Negotiation skills

Strategic planning

Commercial acumen

Job description

Business Development Director

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Business Development Director with a proven track record of cultivating and managing high-value relationships across brokers, partners, and key industry stakeholders. The ideal candidate will bring established connections, strategic vision, and commercial acumen to drive sustainable revenue growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Market Expansion – Identify, develop, and execute growth strategies to enter new markets and strengthen existing ones.
• Relationship Management – Build and maintain strong relationships with brokers, distributors, strategic partners, and key decision-makers.
• Revenue Growth – Drive new business opportunities, negotiate high-value deals, and deliver on annual revenue targets.
• Partnership Strategy – Develop and implement structured partner programs to maximise collaboration and mutual value.
• Industry Intelligence – Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and regulatory changes to inform business strategy.
• Leadership – Mentor and guide the business development team, fostering a high-performance culture.
• Collaboration – Work closely with marketing, product, and operations teams to ensure alignment on go-to-market initiatives.

Requirements

• Proven Track Record in business development, partnerships, or sales leadership within [relevant industry – e.g., financial services, real estate, insurance, etc.].
• Strong Network – Established relationships with brokers, intermediaries, and strategic partners in the region.
• Minimum 8–10 years’ experience, with at least 3 years in a senior leadership capacity.
• Exceptional negotiation, presentation, and communication skills.
• Commercially driven with strong analytical and strategic planning abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.