Business Development Manager, GCC - HR Tech

Job description / Role

Our client is looking for a Business Development candidate to drive their business across the GCC. In this role you will be responsible for managing existing local and global accounts, as well as building new business for Employer Branding Solutions.

Client Details

Our client is EU HQed, they are one of the largest and most reputed HR Consulting/HR Branding Solution provider.

They provide independent certification and insights that help organizations evaluate, improve, and showcase their people practices against globally recognized HR standards. Our client offers benchmarking, best?practice frameworks, and credibility that strengthen employer branding and support long?term talent strategies. This will be their first headcount in the region!

Description

* Drive revenue growth across the GCC by identifying, developing, and closing new business opportunities with medium to large organizations
* Build and maintain strong relationships with C?suite executives, HR leaders, and key decision?makers
* Execute a consultative sales approach, positioning certification, benchmarking, and insight?based solutions as strategic enablers
* Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting and qualification to proposal, negotiation, and contract closure
* Develop territory and account plans aligned with regional growth objectives
* Partner closely with marketing and client success teams to ensure effective lead generation and long?term client retention
* Represent the organization at industry events, conferences, and networking forums across the GCC
* Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and regulatory developments impacting people practices in the region
* Maintain accurate pipeline, forecasting, and reporting through CRM tools

Job Offer

Be a pioneer for a renowned MNC, that cares about its employees and how corporate treat theirs!

* Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, HR, or a related field
* 5+ years of proven business development or B2B sales experience, ideally within HR services, consulting, HR SaaS, or professional services
* Strong understanding of HR, employer branding, people strategy, or organizational excellence topics
* Demonstrated success selling to senior stakeholders and navigating complex buying environments
* Experience working across GCC markets; regional cultural awareness is essential.
* Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills in English (Arabic is an advantage)
* Willingness to travel within the GCC as required

About the Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:

Finance & Accounting Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal

The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.