Business Development Manager | Riyadh

Barratt Galvin; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international law firm is seeking a Business Development Manager for its Riyadh office. This role focuses on developing business strategies, managing client relationships, and driving growth initiatives in the KSA market. You will collaborate with regional teams to position the firm as a market leader and enhance client development efforts, with responsibilities spanning business planning, marketing, and strategy execution, all while enjoying a competitive compensation package and clear career progression.

Benefits

Access to industry-leading marketing tools

Competitive compensation

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in business development, marketing, or client relationship roles.
• Proven project management skills with ability to manage multiple initiatives.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement business strategies and manage BD initiatives.
• Lead bid and proposal processes for major opportunities.
• Drive key client programs and manage client feedback processes.

Skills

Project management skills

Fluent communication in Arabic and English

Client-centric approach

Commercially minded

Tools

CRM systems

Job description

The Opportunity
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Business Development Manager to join a leading international law firm in its Riyadh office. This role is central to supporting the firm’s expansion strategy in Saudi Arabia, with a focus on business planning, client development, marketing initiatives, and profile-raising across the Kingdom and the wider Middle East.

As part of a high-performing Marketing & Business Development team, you will collaborate with regional and global stakeholders to position the firm as a market leader, strengthen client relationships, and drive growth. This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive, strategic, and client-focused professional eager to make a meaningful impact in a growth market.

The Firm
This international law firm is renowned for its client service excellence, innovation, and strategic legal solutions. With a strong presence in the Middle East and a growing team in Riyadh, the firm advises major corporations, financial institutions, and government entities on high-profile matters. You’ll be part of a collaborative team in a firm that values performance, development, and leadership in every market it operates.

The Role
As Business Development Manager, your key responsibilities will include:

Business Planning & Strategy

• Collaborate with Riyadh and regional leadership on developing and implementing business strategies and budgets.
• Lead firm-wide BD initiatives tailored to the Saudi Arabian market across multiple practice areas.
• Drive cross-office collaboration to ensure consistency and share best practices.
• Support BD-focused travel, meetings, and external engagement for Riyadh-based partners and stakeholders.
• Manage local BD budgets, ensuring strategic and effective resource allocation.

Winning Work & Pitch Management

• Lead the bid and proposal process for major opportunities in Saudi Arabia.
• Manage panel appointments, track business development pipelines, and oversee client pitch follow-ups.
• Develop BD and marketing materials aligned with the firm’s branding and market position.
• Analyze pitch outcomes and identify strategies to improve win rates and client targeting.

Marketing & Profile-Raising

• Work closely with PR and communications teams to elevate the firm’s profile in the KSA legal market.
• Manage directory and league table submissions to secure rankings and industry recognition.
• Coordinate and execute client events, sponsorships, and conference engagements.
• Ensure brand consistency across BD, marketing, and communications efforts.

Client Development & Relationship Management

• Drive key client programs and relationship initiatives in Riyadh.
• Support partners in identifying and targeting high-potential business opportunities.
• Manage client feedback processes to capture actionable insights and improve service delivery.
• Collaborate with global and regional teams to enhance firm-wide client development strategies.

Best Practice & Internal Operations

• Promote BD efficiency by implementing best practices and fostering cross-functional collaboration.
• Utilize CRM platforms and business intelligence tools to refine client engagement strategies.
• Ensure alignment with global BD policies and initiatives.

The Benefits

• Join a growing Riyadh office of a respected global law firm with major expansion plans in the Kingdom.
• Work closely with senior partners and BD leaders on strategic client development initiatives.
• Access industry-leading marketing tools, CRM systems, and global knowledge networks.
• Enjoy competitive compensation, clear career growth opportunities, and exposure to high-profile clients and projects.
• Be part of the firm’s regional and global success story as Saudi Arabia becomes a focal point of strategic growth.

The Ideal Candidate

• 5+ years of experience in business development, marketing, or client relationship roles, preferably within legal or professional services.
• Proven project management skills with the ability to lead multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Fluent verbal and written communication skills in both Arabic and English, with an eye for detail and a client-centric approach.
• Experience working with senior stakeholders and supporting high-value client initiatives.
• Proficiency in CRM systems and knowledge of BD best practices.
• Proactive, strategic, and commercially minded with a strong understanding of the Saudi market.

Apply Now!
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you. Apply via the link below and take your career to the next level in a dynamic and expanding legal market.

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted due to the volume of interest.

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