Business Development Manager

About the role

The Business Development Manager will lead the expansion of GSS Training’s operations in Abu Dhabi, promoting its accredited safety and technical training programmes to corporate, government and oil & gas clients.

Key responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities across Abu Dhabi and the wider UAE.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate, government and oil & gas sector clients.
• Develop and execute a sales plan to achieve revenue targets and growth objectives.
• Conduct market research to spot trends, competitor activity and emerging opportunities.
• Collaborate with Operations and Delivery teams to ensure client requirements are met.
• Manage prospecting, lead generation, pipeline and CRM tracking.

Required profile

• 3–5 years of business development or sales experience, preferably in training or professional services.
• Proven track record in the Abu Dhabi or UAE market.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Currently based in Abu Dhabi and available to start.

Required skills

• Proficiency with CRM tools and sales tracking systems.
• Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation abilities.
• Strong analytical and planning skills for market research and sales forecasting.