Sales Director

CO_SNFSL Apex Group Fiduciary Services; Manama; On-site; BHD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Apex Group is seeking a Sales Director to lead and scale the GCC sales function, with primary focus on Bahrain, Qatar, Oman and exposure to Saudi Arabia. You will define the sales strategy, drive revenue growth, and build a high-performing team, coordinating with cross-functional partners to close strategic enterprise deals.

The role requires strong leadership, a proven track record in financial services, and the ability to travel across the GCC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, finance or related field.
• MBA or equivalent is a strong advantage.
• Minimum 10+ years in sales or commercial leadership.
• 5+ years in financial services; GCC market knowledge is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute GCC sales strategy, focusing on Bahrain, Qatar, Oman and limited Saudi exposure.
• Own revenue targets and drive growth across markets.
• Build and lead a high-performing sales team with coaching and performance management.
• Develop relationships with key clients, partners, and government stakeholders.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Product, Operations, Finance, and Legal for deal execution.

Skills

Sales leadership

Strategic planning

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Team building

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/marketing/finance

MBA advantageous

Job description

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world's largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.

Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.

Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.

That's why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply 'empower' you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.

Take the lead and we'll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.

For our business, for clients, and for you

Role Overview

Sales Director - will be responsible for leading and scaling the sales function across the GCC, primarily focussed on Bahrain, Qatar, Oman and some exposure to The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This role will define and execute the country's sales strategy, drive revenue growth, build strategic client relationships, and develop a high-performing sales organization aligned with the company's regional and corporate objectives. Frequent ravel across the GCC is required.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the sales strategy in alignment with overall business and regional growth objectives.
• Own revenue creation responsibility for the each market across the prospective and client book, ensuring consistent achievement of sales targets.
• Identify, develop, and convert new business opportunities across key industry sectors.
• Lead complex, high-value negotiations and close strategic enterprise-level deals with senior decision-makers.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with key clients, partners, and government or semi-government stakeholders where applicable.
• Establish and scale a high-performing sales team, providing leadership, coaching, and performance management.
• Collaborate closely with Marketing, Product, Operations, Finance, and Legal teams to ensure seamless deal execution and client onboarding.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, customer needs, and regulatory developments within GCC to inform strategic decisions.
• Representing the company at key industry events, conferences, and executive-level client engagements within the region.
• Develop and present sales forecasts, pipeline reports, and strategic updates to senior leadership on a regular basis.
• Drive adherence to company policies, governance standards, and ethical sales practices.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in business, Marketing, Finance, or a related field (MBA or equivalent is a strong advantage).
• Minimum 10+ years of experience in sales or commercial leadership, with at least 5 years in a financial services.
• Proven track record of building and leading successful sales teams and consistently delivering revenue growth.
• Strong understanding of the GCC market, customer landscape, and business culture.
• Demonstrated success in closing complex, multi‑stakeholder, high-value deals.
• Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and executive-level influencing abilities.
• Experience working in regional or multinational organizations is highly desirable.

the candidates should be from Bahrain