Business Development Associate

KAFAAT Recruitment; Al Khobar; On-site; SAR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Saudi Arabia is seeking an experienced Business Development Associate to drive growth in the real estate sector. You will identify new business opportunities, build relationships with key stakeholders, and manage tenders for large-scale projects. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in business development and strong negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in business development within the real estate industry.
• Proven track record of success in securing and managing tender-based contracts.
• Strong understanding of the real estate development lifecycle and market dynamics.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities in the real estate market.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with investors and stakeholders.
• Lead the end-to-end process of tender management.

Skills

Business development expertise

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Real Estate, or Marketing

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CRM software

Job description

Job Summary

One of our clients are looking for an experienced and motivated Business Development Associate to drive growth in the real estate sector, with a specific focus on identifying new opportunities, forming strategic partnerships, and increasing revenue streams. A key component of this role is managing and responding to tenders (RFPs/RFQs), particularly in large-scale commercial, residential, and government projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities in the real estate market (residential, commercial, mixed-use, etc.).
• Build and maintain strong relationships with investors, developers, government entities, and other key stakeholders.
• Analyze market trends, competitor activity, and customer needs to formulate growth strategies.
• Lead the end-to-end process of tender management, including:
• Identifying and monitoring relevant tender opportunities.
• Preparing and submitting technical and financial proposals in coordination with internal departments.
• Ensuring compliance with all tender requirements and deadlines.
• Collaborate with the marketing and sales teams to align strategies and campaigns.
• Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and networking functions.
• Provide regular reporting on business development activities, sales pipeline, and tender outcomes.
• Negotiate and close business deals in line with the company’s goals and profit margins.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Real Estate, Marketing, or a related field. MBA is a plus.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in business development within the real estate industry.
• Proven track record of success in securing and managing tender-based contracts.
• Strong understanding of the real estate development lifecycle and market dynamics.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with CRM software and tender platforms is an advantage.