Business Development

Identify and develop new business opportunities across the UAE and GCC. Generate qualified leads through cold calling, email outreach, LinkedIn, networking, referrals and industry events. Proactively approach brands, marketing teams and key decision-makers to introduce the agency’s services. Arrange and attend client meetings, understand requirements and recommend suitable agency solutions. Manage the complete sales cycle from prospecting and initial outreach through proposals, negotiations and closing. Prepare proposals, presentations, quotations and commercial pitches in coordination with internal teams. Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients. Maintain an active sales pipeline and consistently follow up on leads and opportunities. Identify opportunities to cross-sell the agency’s services, including influencer marketing, celebrity collaborations, creative campaigns, production, events, PR, media, OOH and brand partnerships. Achieve monthly and quarterly sales and revenue targets. Maintain accurate records of leads, meetings, proposals and sales progress. Represent the agency at client meetings, networking events and relevant industry events. Desired Candidate Profile 1–3+ years of experience in Business Development, Sales or Client Acquisition. Previous UAE sales/business development experience is preferred. Experience within an advertising, marketing, influencer, media, PR, events or creative agency is highly preferred. Existing network of brands, marketing professionals and decision-makers in the UAE is a strong advantage. Proven ability to generate leads, secure meetings and close new business. Confident in cold calling, outbound outreach and face-to-face client meetings. Strong communication, presentation, negotiation and relationship-building skills. Commercially driven and comfortable working towards sales and revenue targets. Proactive, persistent and self-motivated with a strong new-business mindset. Excellent written and spoken English; additional languages are an advantage. Good understanding of social media, influencer marketing and the UAE advertising landscape. Valid UAE driving license is preferred. Must currently be based in the UAE or have relevant UAE market experience. Employment Type Full-time

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