15 Oct
Tiger Recruitment
Dubai
Job Purpose
The Head of Business Development plays a crucial role in supporting the CEO with business development initiatives. This position is responsible for generating business leads, participating in proposal development and commercial negotiations, and building long-term relationships with potential clients, engineering/manufacturing organizations, economic and trade bodies, and government stakeholders. The primary objective is to develop a robust opportunity pipeline and convert leads into sustainable revenue and profits, aligning with ECorp/ETS's vision, mission, corporate objectives, and directives from the Board and Management.
Key Responsibilities
Strategy Development & Market Research
- Collaborate closely with the CEO and ETS to develop short-term and long-term business strategies.
- Identify new market opportunities and create a strategic roadmap for market expansion.
- Explore new geographical markets or industry sectors that align with the company's strengths and capabilities.
- Conduct comprehensive market research, including competitor analysis and assessment of potential business opportunities.
- Work with senior leadership to establish and achieve revenue targets.
Business and New Project Development
- Oversee the preparation of proposals, bids, and presentations for prospective clients.
- Partner with engineering and operations teams to ensure proposals are technically robust and commercially competitive.
- Develop evaluation criteria to qualify leads based on potential revenue, strategic fit, and alignment with company capabilities.
- Conduct initial meetings and assessments to evaluate the viability of opportunities, prioritizing high-potential deals.
- Lead commercial and contractual negotiations, securing favorable terms that meet the company's financial and strategic goals.
- Ensure successful onboarding of new clients and projects, facilitating a smooth transition to project technical teams.
Stakeholder Management
- Identify and engage key stakeholders in various segments and regions to support the company’s growth ambitions.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with industry partners, including engineering and manufacturing organizations, business groups, government bodies, and economic councils/trade agencies.
- Advise internal teams on lobbying and advocacy strategies to achieve positive outcomes for business development opportunities.
- Promote the company’s brand at business forums, industry events,
and conferences.
People & Culture
- Manage and develop direct reports through objective setting, continuous support, feedback, and formal appraisals.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the business development team.
Qualifications & Competencies
Leadership Competencies
- Conflict management and resolution skills
- Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities
- Teamwork and collaboration across diverse functions
- Exceptional relationship management and stakeholder engagement
- Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities
- Leadership with a focus on growth and development
Technical/Functional Skills
- Expertise in business development, sales,
or related roles within engineering services or similar industries.
- Experience with project or service provider organizations, and technical consultancy is highly preferred.
- Proven ability to handle complex negotiations and secure favorable contracts.
- Polished, articulate, and able to present well at high-level forums and discussions.
Experience & Education
- 12+ years of experience in business development, sales, or similar roles.
- Strong background in engineering services, technical consultancy, or project management.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Finance, Business Administration, or related fields. An MBA is highly desirable.
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▶️ Head of Business Development- Power and Energy *Must be in the UAE
🖊️ Tiger Recruitment
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