Business Development & Partnerships Manager

About the role

Growth Holdings is looking for an experienced Group Business Development & Partnerships Manager to drive commercial growth across its diverse portfolio. Working closely with the Head of Strategy and business leaders, you will lead high‑value opportunities, build strategic partnerships and strengthen key client relationships.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and lead major commercial opportunities involving multiple businesses and service lines across the group.
• Manage complex proposals and tenders from discovery through to contract closure.
• Build strategic relationships with UAE government entities, government‑linked organisations and major corporate clients.
• Develop group‑level account plans, cross‑selling and business expansion initiatives.
• Establish and manage revenue‑generating partnerships that enhance service offerings.
• Implement consistent business development processes, CRM practices, pipeline tracking and commercial reporting.
• Coach business heads and commercial teams on opportunity qualification, proposal development and negotiation.
• Collaborate with finance, marketing and delivery teams to assess pricing, margins and commercial risks.

Required profile

• 7–10 years of experience in business development, strategic partnerships, consultative sales or commercial management.
• Proven track record of leading complex proposals and securing significant B2B or government contracts.
• Experience managing opportunities across multiple business units or service lines.
• Background in a diversified group, professional services firm, consultancy or complex solutions business.
• Experience engaging with UAE government entities or major corporate clients; Abu Dhabi market experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related discipline, or equivalent practical experience.
• Professional proficiency in Arabic and English is preferred.