Senior Director / Vice President – Business Development

Talents Tide; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious Government Entity in the UAE is seeking a Senior Director / Vice President of Business Development to lead growth strategies and drive partnerships. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in leadership roles within free zones or financial services. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape the economic future of the UAE, enhancing visibility and strategic influence.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of senior leadership experience in business development or strategy.
• Strong track record in free zones or financial services.
• Exceptional negotiation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement business development strategies for growth.
• Lead high-level negotiations for strategic partnerships.
• Monitor market intelligence to capture opportunities.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship building

Strategic mindset

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Position : Senior Director / Vice President – Business Development (UAEN)

Location : UAE – Government Entity

Our client, a prestigious Government Entity, is seeking a seasoned Senior Director / Vice President – Business Development to spearhead growth strategies, drive strategic partnerships, and deliver measurable business outcomes. This is a senior leadership role for a proven Emirati executive with over a decade of experience in free zone entities or the financial services sector, capable of shaping policy-level initiatives and driving long-term sustainable growth.

Responsibilities

• Define and implement business development strategies to achieve year-on-year growth targets in alignment with the entity’s vision.
• Lead high-level negotiations and secure multi-million-dirham strategic partnerships, alliances, and joint ventures.
• Expand the entity’s portfolio of services, investors, and partners to strengthen its market positioning across UAE and GCC.
• Develop and oversee frameworks for revenue generation, diversification, and investment attraction.
• Establish KPIs and performance metrics, ensuring business units achieve financial and strategic objectives.
• Partner with government stakeholders, regulators, and industry leaders to influence market development and policy.
• Provide executive leadership to cross-functional teams, embedding a culture of innovation, accountability, and results.
• Monitor market intelligence, competitor strategies, and emerging trends to anticipate risks and capture opportunities.
• Represent the entity at major international forums, conferences, and financial summits, enhancing visibility and strategic influence.
• Report directly to the C-suite / Board with actionable insights, forecasts, and growth strategies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 10+ years of senior leadership experience in business development, strategy, or growth roles.
• Strong track record in free zones or financial services, with measurable contributions to revenue, partnerships, or market expansion.
• Proven success in leading large teams and managing multimillion-dirham budgets.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Visionary leader with a strategic mindset and execution excellence.

Why Join

This role offers a unique platform to influence and drive the growth agenda of a respected Government Entity, with high visibility, impact, and the opportunity to shape the economic future of the UAE.

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