Business Development Manager - Event Technology

About the role

Platinumlist, a leading online event guide and ticketing provider serving events across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, Kuwait and Lebanon from its Dubai headquarters, is looking for a Business Development Manager. The role focuses on finding new business opportunities, driving sales of event technology solutions (ticketing, registration, access control) and building strong relationships with event organizers.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within the events vertical
• Generate leads and manage the sales pipeline for ticketing, registration and access control software
• Build and maintain relationships with event organizers, corporate clients and other stakeholders
• Understand client needs and propose tailored solutions
• Collaborate with internal teams on delivery and onboarding of solutions
• Negotiate contracts, pricing and agreements to maximise revenue and profitability
• Monitor market trends and competitors to refine sales strategies
• Achieve and exceed sales targets and KPIs

Required profile

• Bachelor's university degree
• 3-5 years of experience in business development or sales, preferably selling event software such as ticketing, registration or access control
• Event industry experience in the UAE
• Fluency in English and Arabic
• Driving licence

Required skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to understand technical aspects of event technology and turn them into business solutions for clients
• Organizational, analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to contribute to budgets and track performance

What we offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Work in a fast-paced, innovative IT environment
• Professional growth and development opportunities
• Collaborative and inclusive company culture