Business Development Manager

Job description / Role

Are you a Business Development Manager who has experience working within either the interior design, architectural or product design industry? If you are, we have a rare and exciting opportunity to join our award-winning clients in their Dubai office.

Our client is an award-winning multidisciplinary global practice who is looking for a Business Development Manager to assist with its rapid growth in the Middle East.

This position requires someone who is knowledgeable of the high-end luxury market and fluent in Arabic to expand / manage our client's substantial client database.

Key duties for the Business Development Manager will include but will not be limited to:
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the architecture / interior design / product design industry, including market research, lead generation, and networking activities
- Develop and maintain relationships with potential clients and other industry stakeholders to understand their needs and promote the company's services
- Collaborate with the internal teams to create and implement effective strategies for business growth and client acquisition
- Negotiate and finalize contracts, proposals, and agreements with clients, ensuring that all terms and conditions are favourable and aligned with the company's objectives
- Monitor industry trends, competitor activities, and market developments to identify potential risks and opportunities, and adjust business development strategies accordingly
- Provide regular reports and updates on business development activities, sales performance, and client feedback to senior management

The successful Business Development Manager will be offered: 
- Upto 35,000 AED - depending on experience 
- Working visa
- Health insurance coverage
- Annual leave entitlement
- Annual flight ticket (upon completion of the year)
- Education allowance, non-convertible into cash

- Fluent in Arabic is essential for this position
- Minimum of 3 years experience and a proven track record of success in business development within either an interior design or architectural or product design industry
- Adept at client-facing interactions
- Proficiency in client database management
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with clients and colleagues at all levels
- Strong negotiation and presentation abilities, with a focus on delivering compelling proposals and closing deals
- Self-motivated, ambitious, and target-driven, with a commitment to achieving and exceeding business development objectives
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and capitalize on business opportunities
- Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field; additional certifications or qualifications in sales or business development are a plus

Salary:
AED 35000 per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

About the Company

Matching the right employee to the right job is crucial for business success. To do so requires experience and time, but unfortunately, busy companies and hard-working job seekers can often struggle with.

GCB Recruitment help bridge that gap, actively searching on your behalf to find and pair the most suitable job seekers with the correct job. As property and financial services industry leaders across the UK and overseas, we know the qualities required to flourish in these sectors.

We use a region and sector-specific approach unique to ourselves, meaning you'll have a single point of contact throughout the process, who understands exactly what you need. In fact, with the largest job and candidate pool in the market, we probably already have the right job seeker or role for you.