Business Development Manager Middle East

Company Overview

Our client is a leading international media and digital content group with a strong presence across Asia and growing global influence.

The company operates large-scale content platforms covering entertainment, video, IP commercialization, and digital advertising, and is currently accelerating its commercial expansion in the Middle East region.

This role will be a key commercial hire supporting regional advertiser growth and local partnership development.

Key Responsibilities

\- Be based in the Middle East (Dubai) and lead local advertiser acquisition, partner development, and commercial relationship management.

\- Develop and execute regional business development strategies, building a structured ecosystem of industry clients and partners.

\- Prepare commercial proposals, bidding materials, and partnership models; drive deal execution and contract closure.

\- Analyze commercialization performance through data tracking and client feedback, providing growth forecasts and optimization insights.

\- Work closely with product, content, legal, and local operational teams to ensure smooth commercialization rollout in the region.

Requirements

\- Experience in Business Development, Partnerships, or Commercial roles.

\- Prior exposure to Middle East markets is a strong plus.

\- Strong cross-cultural communication and negotiation skills.

\- Fluent in English; Arabic language skills are a plus.

\- Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

\- Comfortable working in an international, fast-paced, and growth-driven environment.

Why This Role

\- Regional core role with high visibility and growth potential.

\- Opportunity to help build Middle East commercialization from the ground up.

\- Platform-level exposure with international stakeholders.

\- Competitive compensation aligned with regional market standards.