Business Development Manager - Riyadh

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Power & Renewables sector is seeking a Business Development Manager to help shape recruitment across the Middle East. This role offers a tax-free salary, a structured training environment, and the opportunity to be at the forefront of the global energy transition in Saudi Arabia.

Benefits

Tax-free base salary plus quarterly bonus

Life insurance from day one

Full assistance with relocation

Structured training and global mentoring

High-energy, inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• 6+ years in a sales focused agency recruitment role, ideally in the engineering or energy market.
• Confident in presenting to C-suite executives and navigating negotiations.
• Willing to travel throughout the Middle East.

Responsibilities

• Build new relationships with key players in power and renewables sectors.
• Design and execute business development campaigns.
• Open new markets and contribute to company’s growth.

Skills

Sales Skills

Relationship Building

Negotiation

Communication

Market Dynamics Understanding

Job description

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Business Development Manager - Riyadh, london

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Client:

Permanent People Rec2Rec

Location:

london, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

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Job Description:

Business Development Manager – Power & Renewables Recruitment

Relocate to Saudi Arabia with Permanent People! Available for UK or EU based Recruiters.

Are you ready for an adventure that elevates your career and transforms your lifestyle?

Our client is looking for a passionate and experienced Business Development Manager to help shape the future of recruitment in the Power & Renewables sector across the Middle East.

Why Relocate to Saudi Arabia?

Saudi Arabia is at the heart of the global energy transition, investing heavily in renewable power, green hydrogen, and infrastructure. This is your chance to be at the forefront of it all, joining a talent international team of 20.

Your role:

• Actively build new relationships with key players in the regional power and renewables sectors
• Cultivate long-term connections with clients across the energy field who are looking for contracting partners
• Design and execute in person business development campaigns with support from a high performing internal team
• Open new markets, win new business, and become a key contributor to the company’s regional growth

Requirements:

• 6+ years in a sales focused agency recruitment role - ideally within the engineering or energy market
• Contracting experience is a bonus but not essential
• A true relationship builder, who thrives on building trust, solving problems, and delivering results
• Confident in presenting in person to C-suite executives and navigating complex negotiations
• A sharp understanding of recruitment market dynamics and deal-making
• An excellent communicator, who collaborates effectively across teams and borders
• Willing and able to travel throughout the Middle East to meet clients & attend conferences

What’s on offer:

• Tax-free base salary plus quarterly bonus (120% of base salary)
• Life insurance from day one and full assistance with the transition to life in Riyadh
• Structured training and global mentoring to achieve your full potential
• International internal relocation supported
• Join a high-energy, inclusive work environment with regular team socials

Get in touch with Paul Reid at Permanent People for more details.