Remote-Eligible GCC Startup Event Account Manager

GSM Association; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international telecom association is seeking a motivated Sales Account Manager to drive sales for its new event in Doha. Applicants should have substantial sales experience and a passion for the startup ecosystem. The role entails acquiring new business leads, managing client accounts, and collaborating with teams across different regions. A high level of fluency in English is a requirement, and knowledge of GCC business cultures is beneficial.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Learning & development opportunities

Generous holiday allowances

Flexi-time and remote working

Qualifications

• Prior sales experience is required.
• Fluency in English; additional languages are a plus.
• Experience of working with GCC-based clients is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Acquire new business leads and manage accounts.
• Manage inbound sponsorship and exhibition requests.
• Provide weekly updates to the sales pipeline.
• Travel in the GCC area for lead generation.
• Generate sales from outbound and inbound leads.

Skills

Sales experience

Understanding of startups

Effective communication

Commercial insight

Time management

Tools

Salesforce

Sales Navigator

Job description

A leading international telecom association is seeking a motivated Sales Account Manager to drive sales for its new event in Doha. Applicants should have substantial sales experience and a passion for the startup ecosystem. The role entails acquiring new business leads, managing client accounts, and collaborating with teams across different regions. A high level of fluency in English is a requirement, and knowledge of GCC business cultures is beneficial.