Arabic speaking Business Development Manager - Middle East markets

The Language Business; Colchester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering and industrial equipment specialist is seeking an Arabic speaking Business Development Manager. The role involves driving business growth in Middle Eastern markets through strategic planning and client engagement. Candidates must have a proven sales background in relevant industries, fluent English, and preferably fluent Arabic. Competitive salary of £45,000 - £70,000, plus bonuses and benefits, with office-based work in Colchester.

Benefits

10% bonus

25 days annual leave plus public holidays

Qualifications

• Proven track record in sales/business development in manufacturing/industrial equipment.
• Confident, self-motivated, and proactive.
• Able to work independently and travel to the Middle East.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify new business opportunities in the Middle East.
• Promote the company's services to prospective customers.
• Develop and implement a business growth strategy for the region.
• Follow up on quotations and provide feedback to the sales team.
• Coordinate overseas business trips with the Regional Manager.

Skills

Fluent English

Fluent in Arabic

Sales experience

Commercial awareness of Middle East

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Project management skills

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

We have a fantastic new job opportunity for anArabic speaking Business Development Manager - Middle East markets - to join a global engineering and industrial equipment specialist with strong sales activities into the manufacturing sector.


Location
Colchester, Essex. Office based, no remote option. Travel to the MEA required. You must have your own transport to travel to the company office on a daily baiss (public transport is not an option).


Languages
Fluent English is essential. Fluent in Arabic is a major preference also


The Company
Our client is a well-established international engineering and industrial equipment distribution company, supplying specialist solutions to major manufacturing and production companies from this related sector, such as construction, pharmaceutical, infrastructure and manufacturing.


Job description
They are now looking to hire an Arabic speaking Business Development Manager to oversee and grow their successful sales in the markets of the Middle East. In this role, you will be responsible for driving business growth across the region through strategic planning, client engagement, and opportunity development. Your typical job responsibilities will be:

• Research and identify new business opportunities and potential clients within the Middle East
• Promote the company’s full range of services to prospective customers
• Develop and implement a targeted business growth strategy for the Middle East
• Follow up on quotations with new customers and provide feedback to the sales team
• Coordinate and plan overseas business trips in collaboration with the Regional ManagerManage and maintain customer data using the CRM system.

Candidate Profile

• Fluent English is essential. Fluent in Arabic is a major preference
• Proven track record in a similar sales / business development role in their business sector of industry, manudacturing, industrial equipment or related to engineering
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of the Middle East market and culture essential
• Confident, self-motivated, and proactive with a strong work ethic
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong organisational and project management skills
• Able to work independently as well as part of a team
• Able to travel to the Middle East region to meet clients when required
• Must have full right to live and work in the UK – visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
Competitive salary - £45,000 - £70,000+ 10% bonus and benefits package offered. Holiday: 25 days annual leave plus public holidays
Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:30–13:00 and 14:00–17:00 (37.5 hours per week); flexibility required for additional hours


How to Apply
Please send your CV and a covering letter to:
Jonathan Grimes – [e-mail]