Vice President Of Business Development
About our client
The client is a DIFC-based asset manager with a strong presence in regional real estate investments. The platform focuses on identifying value-driven opportunities across multiple real estate strategies and partnering with institutional and private capital.
Job description
The role reporting to the Head of Real Estate:
- Develop and execute strategic business development plans to drive revenue growth within the banking & financial services sector.
- Identify and establish relationships with potential clients and key stakeholders in Dubai and beyond.
- Conduct market analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and potential challenges in the business services industry.
- Collaborate with internal teams to develop tailored solutions that meet client needs and align with company goals.
- Lead negotiations and close high-value deals to achieve sales targets and expand the client portfolio.
- Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to promote services and build brand awareness.
- Prepare and deliver presentations, proposals, and business cases to prospective clients and senior management.
- Monitor and report on business development activities, providing regular updates to senior leadership.
The successful applicant
The ideal candidate should have:
- 9-12 years' experience in real estate business development, investments, or acquisitions within the GCC
- Bachelor's degree in finance, real estate, business, economics, or a related discipline
- Proven track record of originating real estate deals in the UAE, with strong exposure to Saudi Arabia
- Established network across developers, advisors, banks, and investment counterparties
- Strong commercial judgement and ability to identify value-add opportunities
- Excellent relationship-building, negotiation, and communication skills
- Experience working with asset managers, private equity firms, developers, or investment platforms
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams
What's on offer
- Great opportunity
- Excellent salary and benefits