Business Development Manager

RX Middle East; Riyadh; Hybrid; SAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Air Ticket

Hybrid Working Model

Commission Structure

Job summary

RX Middle East is seeking a Business Development Manager to secure strategic partnerships, attract sponsors and exhibitors, and expand our fitness and wellness event presence in Saudi Arabia. The BDM will drive commercial growth, build key relationships, and coordinate with internal teams to ensure successful execution in the market.

The role requires proven experience in business development or partnerships within events, strong negotiation and communication skills, Arabic and English fluency,

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development, sales, or partnerships within events industries.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strategic relationships.
• Knowledge of the Saudi market and regional business practices.
• Fluent in English and Arabic.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure sponsorships, exhibitors, and strategic partners.
• Develop and execute business development strategies to grow event participation.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the fitness and wellness industry.
• Negotiate commercial agreements and partnership deals.
• Collaborate with marketing and operations teams to ensure successful event delivery.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to inform outreach efforts.
• Represent RX Middle East at industry events and networking opportunities.

Skills

Business development

Sales

Partnerships

Negotiation

Communication

Stakeholder management

English

Arabic

Job description

As Business Development Manager for Rx middle east, the role focuses on securing strategic partnerships, attracting sponsors and exhibitors, and expanding the event’s presence in the fitness and wellness industry. The BDM will drive commercial growth, build key relationships, and collaborate with internal teams to ensure successful execution in the Saudi market.

Responsibilities:

• Identify and secure sponsorships, exhibitors, and strategic partners.
• Develop and execute business development strategies to grow event participation.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in the fitness and wellness industry.
• Negotiate commercial agreements and partnership deals.
• Collaborate with marketing and operations teams to ensure successful event delivery.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to inform outreach efforts.
• Represent FIBO, Aluminum shows at industry events and networking opportunities.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in business development, sales, or partnerships within events industries.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strategic relationships.
• Knowledge of the Saudi market and regional business practices.
• Fluent in English and Arabic.
• Results-driven with a proactive and entrepreneurial mindset.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and manage multiple stakeholders.

Working for you:

We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation and offer our teams a hybrid work environment

• Personal and professional development opportunities
• Competitive Salary & Commission Structure
• Medical Insurance and Air Ticket
• Hybrid Working Model

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About the Business:

RX is a global leader in events and exhibitions, leveraging industry expertise, data, and technology to build businesses for individuals, communities, and organisations. With a presence in 25 countries across 42 industry sectors, RX hosts approximately 350 events annually. RX is committed to creating an inclusive work environment for all our people. RX empowers businesses to thrive by leveraging data-driven insights and digital solutions. RX is part of RELX, a global provider of information-based analytics and decision tools for professional and business customers. For more information, visit www.rxglobal.com.