Business Development Manager

Kershaw Leonard; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager to drive growth in the commercial construction sector. This pivotal role involves identifying new clients, effectively presenting services, and maintaining strong relationships with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree and 5-7 years of relevant experience, showcasing exceptional negotiation and customer relationship skills. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and offers a supportive environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Annual ticket

Health insurance

Generous commission structure

Car ownership required

Driving license required

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of business development experience in the construction industry.
• Fluency in English and good command of Arabic is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify new clients in the construction sector.
• Maintain long-term relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Negotiate contracts and keep clients updated on project progress.

Skills

Business Development

Customer Relationship Management

Negotiation Skills

Market Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing

Bachelor’s Degree in Business

Job description

AED 20,000 PCM + Annual ticket & health insurance + generous commission structure

Our client is one of the largest and most diversified business conglomerates in the United Arab Emirates. Its main interests are in Construction, Education, Information Technology, Real Estate, Shopping & Retail, Sports & Leisure, and Services. With a strong presence throughout the region and projects/centres of operation in Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Dubai & Sharjah, they employ over 2000 people.

As part of their planned strategy to increase their presence in the commercial construction sector, they now seek to employ a new Business Development Manager, a pivotal role of great importance to the company’s planned growth.

This is a busy, hands-on role. Your duties will include:

1. Identification and qualification of new clients within the construction industry
2. Presentation and selling of construction services effectively
3. Maintaining excellent long-term relationships with various parties, including owners’ representatives, architects, interior designers, and internal departments
4. Presentation and negotiation of contracts
5. Keeping the client informed of project progress and conducting reviews upon project completion
6. Negotiating contractual adaptations or extensions when needed
7. Staying updated on new trends and opportunities within the construction market sector
8. Involvement in preparing marketing collateral and website content

Language requirements:

• English - Fluent / Excellent
• Arabic - Very Good

Own a Car

Yes

Have a Driving License

Yes

Job Skills and Qualifications:

• Complete fluency in English, both written and spoken. Candidates who also speak Arabic are particularly encouraged to apply.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Marketing, or Business.
• 5-7 years of business development experience within the construction and/or engineering industry, gained locally.
• Strong customer relationship-building skills, including local contacts.
• Organized, detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to work both autonomously and as part of a team.

About The Company:

Kershaw Leonard is committed to finding ‘First Class’ people for its ‘World Class’ clients. Since our inception in September 1999, we have become well-respected specialists in all aspects of Human Resource Consultancy and Recruitment, adhering to professional standards through the Recruitment Employment Confederation UK. Our qualified consultants deliver services tailored to the needs of both candidates and clients.

Our divisions cover permanent, temporary, and contract staffing, as well as Executive Search, across sectors including:

• Senior Executives and Directors
• Design
• Engineering and Construction
• Finance and Banking
• Human Resources and Training
• IT and Telecoms
• Legal
• Logistics and Supply Chain Management
• Media
• Office Management
• Retail
• Sales and Marketing
• Secretarial and Business Support