Strategic Accounts Lead – L&D Solutions

SkillUp MENA, Inc.; Dammam; On-site; SAR 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

SkillUp MENA, Inc. is seeking a seasoned business development and account management professional to lead client relationships in the learning and development space. You will identify opportunities, tailor solutions for corporate, government, and education sectors, and drive proposals that win new business.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in B2B sales, fluent English, and a proven track record of owning deals from discovery to delivery, with strong presentation and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in B2B sales or account management.
• Experience in training, education, or HR services is a strong plus.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Strong ability to influence and build trust with stakeholders.
• Results-driven with high ownership and accountability.
• Fluency in English is required; Arabic is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and manage business opportunities with new and existing clients.
• Build strong, long-term relationships across corporate, government, and education sectors.
• Understand client needs and propose tailored training solutions.
• Prepare and deliver compelling presentations and proposals.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure successful program delivery.
• Maintain accurate records using CRM tools.
• Stay updated on market trends and competitor activities.
• Achieve or exceed sales targets.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Presentation

Influence

Ownership

English fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Marketing

Job description

SkillUp MENA, Inc. is seeking a seasoned business development and account management professional to lead client relationships in the learning and development space. You will identify opportunities, tailor solutions for corporate, government, and education sectors, and drive proposals that win new business.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in B2B sales, fluent English, and a proven track record of owning deals from discovery to delivery, with strong presentation and negotiation skills.