Head of Business Development

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Head of Business Development to lead Group-level business development activities and drive sustainable growth across the Group and its subsidiaries. The role involves developing and implementing the Group’s business development strategy, identifying new opportunities, and managing key relationships with government entities, corporations and strategic partners.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement the Group’s Business Development Strategy and annual growth plan.
• Identify and secure commercially viable business opportunities across targeted sectors and markets.
• Build and manage strong relationships with government entities, major corporations, developers, investors, consultants, and strategic partners.
• Lead opportunity qualification, tender development, and Go / No‑Go recommendations.
• Develop strategic partnerships, alliances, MoUs, and joint ventures.
• Identify opportunities for expansion into new sectors and markets.
• Establish and maintain a unified Group‑wide business opportunity pipeline.
• Provide regular business development and KPI reports to senior management.

Required profile

• 10–15 years of relevant experience in Business Development, Sales, Commercial Management, or a related field.
• Experience in construction, projects, contracting, or commercial services is preferred.
• Proven experience in developing client and partner relationships and pursuing business opportunities.
• Experience in the Saudi market, particularly with government entities and major corporations, is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Fluent in English with strong negotiation, communication, presentation, and strategic thinking skills.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office
• CRM systems