(Senior) Business Development Manager, Dubai Overseas Centre

Job Nature

We are looking for a Business Development Manager (BDM)/Senior Business Development Manager (SBDM) to be part of Enterprise Singapore. Based in Dubai, UAE, the BDM/SBDM shall report to the Regional Director and be responsible for facilitating the expansion of Singapore-based companies into the region, specifically the markets of UAE, Oman, Qatar, Egypt, and other countries within MENA.

Responsibilities

Your key role will be to:

• Provide in-market expertise to help Singapore companies expand their businesses in UAE, Qatar, Egypt, and other countries within MENA.
• Navigate the local regulatory environment and develop opportunities across different sectors.
• Monitor the business environment and provide up-to-date market intelligence to Singapore-based companies to help advance their businesses in the Middle East.
• Establish, maintain, and cultivate strategic contacts and partnerships to generate leads and for business matching across sectors.
• Conduct sector and region-specific research and analysis to identify project and investment opportunities for Singapore-based companies, as well as monitor key growth areas to develop a strong pipeline of projects across sectors.
• Frequent travel (>50% of the time) is required within the UAE, Qatar, Egypt, and other countries within MENA.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Regional Director of Enterprise Singapore in Dubai or HQ.

Requirements

• Minimum bachelor’s degree from a reputable university.
• Minimum 3-5 years of working experience in business development, market analysis, project sales, or related fields.
• Extensive network of contacts in MENA as a base to further develop and generate a pipeline of projects and conversions for Singapore-based companies.
• Technical background in either Energy, Infrastructure, Digital, or Mobility sectors would be a plus.
• Familiar with government trade and investment promotion services.
• Experience in conducting accurate research and compiling concise, accurate reports and presentations.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills including the preparation of clear, concise, accurate reports and presentations.
• Proficient in MS Office software, especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong command of English and ability to work within a multi-cultural environment.
• Able to multi-task and adapt to uncertainty.
• Able to travel extensively in the region.
• You should be independent and results-oriented.