Partnerships & Business Development Manager

Client of RemoteOne; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Client of RemoteOne in Saudi Arabia is seeking a Community and Partnerships Manager to enhance their presence in the startup ecosystem. The role involves building relationships, managing partnerships, and organizing impactful events.

The ideal candidate should have over 4 years of experience, a strong network in the startup community, and be fluent in Arabic and English. This position requires excellent communication skills and entrepreneurial mindset.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in business development or community management.
• Strong network within the Saudi startup ecosystem.
• Experience in building strategic partnerships and event management.

Responsibilities

• Represent the company and act as a brand ambassador in the startup community.
• Build and maintain relationships with startups, investors, and partners.
• Plan and coordinate networking events and workshops.

Skills

Business development

Community management

Event management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication skills

Networking

Job description

We are looking for a highly connected and entrepreneurial Community amp Partnerships Manager to serve as the face of our coworking and innovation community within the Saudi startup ecosystem.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building relationships, creating opportunities, and bringing communities together.

The successful candidate will play a key role in driving business growth, managing strategic partnerships, representing the brand, and organizing impactful events that strengthen our presence within the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent the company and act as a brand ambassador across the startup and entrepreneurial community.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with founders, startups, investors, accelerators, incubators, and ecosystem partners.
• Identify and develop new business opportunities, memberships, and strategic partnerships.
• Drive community engagement initiatives to increase member satisfaction and retention.
• Plan, coordinate, and host networking events, workshops, and community activities.
• Collaborate with partners and sponsors to create valuable experiences for members.
• Attend industry events and actively promote the brand within the market.
• Support marketing and content initiatives by leveraging community insights and success stories.
• Work closely with internal teams to ensure a best‑in‑class member experience.
• Track partnership opportunities and contribute to revenue growth initiatives.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in business development, partnerships, community management, events, or ecosystem building.
• Strong network within the Saudi startup and entrepreneurial ecosystem.
• Existing relationships with founders, accelerators, investors, venture capital firms, and key ecosystem players are highly preferred.
• Experience representing brands and building strategic partnerships.
• Strong event management and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Fluent in Arabic and English (written and spoken).
• Experience in the Saudi market is required.