Strategic Business Development Manager

FeverUp; Dubai; On-site; AED 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading entertainment company in Dubai is seeking a Manager to build and maintain strong relationships with key producers and stakeholders in the entertainment industry. The ideal candidate will have over 8 years of experience, with a proven ability to negotiate contracts and grow a client base. Strong communication skills and knowledge of UAE entertainment trends are crucial. This role offers an attractive compensation package, a fun work environment, and the opportunity to significantly impact the company’s growth.

Benefits

Attractive compensation package

Impact on company growth

International team environment

40% Discount on events

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of consulting or equivalent experience.
• 5 years additional experience in relevant sectors.
• Self-starter mentality in a dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated data-driven approach to tasks.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Create and cultivate relationships with industry stakeholders.
• Manage contract negotiations with partners.
• Balance and grow a large client base.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for partner growth.
• Stay updated on trending entertainment experiences.

Skills

Consulting experience

Business relationship management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of UAE entertainment trends

Fluency in Arabic

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Docs

Sales CRM (Sugar CRM preferred)

Job description

ABOUT THE ROLE

Heres what youll be doing:

• Create and cultivate deep business relationships with the biggest producers creators venues and key stakeholders in the entertainment industry.
• Expertly manage contract negotiations with large partners ensuring sustainable economics and long lasting value for both parties
• Utilizing strong organizational skills to effectively balance and grow a large base of clients
• Collaborate closely with cross functional stakeholders to successfully deliver on partner growth across UAE and internationally
• Keep up to date with everything cool thats happening in the entertainment; think of yourself as the expert for new and trending experiences

ABOUT YOU

Heres what you should bring to the table:

• At least 3 years of top tier consulting or equivalent experience with additional 5 years of experience in relevant sectors (e.g. corporate management tech companies sport / music / arts)
• Strong desire to bring on new businesses as well as grow and manage an existing book of business
• Selfstarter mentality with an ability to work in a demanding dynamic startup environment
• Demonstrated datadriven approach to business and task prioritization
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal along with strong attention to detail
• Comfort in working with Microsoft Office Google docs and a Sales CRM (Sugar CRM is preferred)
• Knowledge of the UAEs entertainment events and lifestyle trends
• Experience in media/ad sales a plus but not required
• Fluency in Arabic will be a plus

BENEFITS

• Attractive compensation package consisting of base salary and the potential to earn a significant bonus for top performance.
• Have a real impact on the companys growth and evolution.
• Great work environment with a fun international team of talented people to work with.
• 40 Discount on all events on Fever

Required Experience

Manager