Business Development Manager

Job description / Role

TempME is an innovative online marketplace designed to seamlessly connect skilled freelancers, or "Tempers," with businesses seeking specific, project-based services. Our platform serves as a dynamic bridge between talent and opportunity, offering a diverse array of short-term, flexible job roles across various industries.

The Business Development Manager will be responsible for expanding TempME's presence in the UAE by forging strategic partnerships with local companies and organizations. This role involves promoting the TempME app to businesses seeking flexible staffing solutions and supporting freelancers ("Tempers") in securing new job opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:
- Market Expansion: Identify and engage with potential business clients in the UAE to promote the adoption of the TempME platform for their staffing needs.
- Partnership Development: Establish and nurture strategic partnerships with companies across various industries to drive platform usage and revenue growth.
- Client Support: Provide ongoing support to partner companies, ensuring they effectively utilize the TempME app to meet their staffing requirements.
- Freelancer Engagement: Assist Tempers in navigating the platform, enhancing their profiles, and securing job opportunities that align with their skills and preferences.
- Market Analysis: Conduct thorough market research to understand industry trends, competitor activities, and client needs within the UAE.
- Revenue Generation: Develop and implement strategies to achieve revenue targets through client acquisition and retention.

The ideal Business Development Manager for TempME is a tech-savvy, ambitious professional with a startup mindset, eager to make an impact in a growing, innovative platform in the UAE’s gig economy. They should have a strong network and deep understanding of the UAE business landscape, with a particular knack for building partnerships that drive user engagement and revenue.

- Experience: Minimum of 2 years in business development, sales, or partnership roles, preferably within the UAE market.
- Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with the freelance economy, staffing solutions, or related industries is advantageous.
- Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English; proficiency in Arabic is a plus.
- Networking Abilities: Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders and decision-makers.
- Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities to assess market opportunities and develop strategic plans.
- Cultural Awareness: Understanding of the UAE's business culture and regulatory environment.

Key qualities include:

- Tech fluency: Comfortable with digital platforms and eager to promote a tech-driven app to businesses and freelancers.
- Startup mindset: Agile, adaptable, and ready to thrive in a fast-paced environment, with a passion for growth and innovation.
- Relationship builder: Skilled in forming strategic partnerships, with an established network in the UAE market.
- Goal-oriented: Driven by clear revenue and expansion targets, and committed to achieving results that help businesses and freelancers alike.
- Customer-centric: Prioritizes client and user success, supporting both companies and Tempers in maximizing value from the TempME platform.

This role suits a dynamic individual who is enthusiastic about shaping the future of the gig economy in the UAE through TempME’s unique approach.

About the Company

eMagine Solutions is one of the leading authorities on leadership and talent globally. Our combined resources of over 100 years professional experience mean that our clients trust us with finding them the top talent globally and candidates trust us to find them the right opportunity in a timely and confidential manner.

Throughout our offices we provide complete solutions for our clients, including traditional temporary and permanent recruitment, executive search, recruitment process outsourcing (RPO), salary survey's, market mapping and training and development courses.

Our global client list work with us not only because of our expertise but also because of our honesty, integrity and passion.