Business Development Executive

About the role

We are seeking a dynamic and results‑oriented Business Development Executive to join our growing team in Riyadh. The role focuses on driving business growth across the Saudi market by identifying new opportunities, building strategic client relationships and expanding our presence in the HR services sector.

Key responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities to achieve sales and revenue targets.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective and existing clients across various industries.
• Conduct market research to identify emerging trends, client needs, and potential business opportunities.
• Generate leads through networking, referrals, events, and proactive outreach.
• Prepare and deliver compelling client presentations, proposals, and commercial offers.
• Lead negotiations and manage the sales cycle through to contract closure.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop tailored solutions that address client requirements.
• Ensure a seamless client experience from initial engagement through project handover.
• Maintain an active sales pipeline and provide regular business development reports and forecasts.
• Represent the company at networking events, conferences, and industry meetings.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Human Resources, or a related field.
• 3–5 years of proven B2B business development or sales experience.
• Previous experience selling HR Consulting, Executive Search, Recruitment, HR Technology, Training & Development, Learning Solutions, or HR Outsourcing services is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of consultative selling and solution‑based sales.
• Excellent negotiation, presentation, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to build long‑term client relationships and consistently achieve sales targets.
• Self‑motivated, commercially driven, and able to work independently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Fluent in English & Arabic is highly preferred.
• Valid driving license and willingness to travel within Saudi Arabia.

Required skills