Business Development Manager – Saudi Arabia (Remote/Hybrid)

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Business Development Manager to lead and grow our client base in Saudi Arabia. The role is ideal for a self‑motivated professional who thrives in a start‑up environment, can work independently and has a proven track record in recruitment sales.

Key responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities across Saudi Arabia, focusing on Oil & Gas, Energy, Engineering, and Technology sectors.
• Build and manage strong relationships with key decision‑makers and stakeholders.
• Promote CCL’s full suite of services: permanent/direct hire recruitment, contract staffing, payroll and workforce management.
• Lead client meetings, presentations and commercial negotiations.
• Structure recruitment and manpower solutions tailored to client requirements.
• Collaborate with internal delivery teams to ensure successful execution of mandates.
• Develop and maintain a strong pipeline of opportunities and provide regular market intelligence.
• Represent CCL at industry events, networking forums and client meetings within the Kingdom.
• Contribute to long‑term growth strategy, including expansion into GCC markets.

Required profile

• Proven experience in business development or sales within the recruitment industry.
• Fully bilingual in Arabic and English.
• Strong understanding of both contract and permanent recruitment models.
• Demonstrated ability to win new business and manage the full sales cycle.
• Commercially astute with ability to structure deals and proposals.
• Established network within Oil & Gas, Energy, Engineering or Technology sectors.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment and willingness to travel across Saudi Arabia.

Required skills

• Arabic (fluent)
• English (fluent)
• Recruitment sales
• Contract and permanent staffing knowledge
• Workforce solutions (payroll, onboarding, compliance) understanding

What we offer

• Opportunity to join a growing Saudi operation backed by a global business.
• High level of autonomy and flexibility (remote working).
• Clear pathway to a regional GCC business development role.
• Competitive salary with performance‑based incentives.
• Chance to shape CCL’s presence in Saudi Arabia.