Job Description

Company Description

Trans Skills is a trusted advisor to many of the Middle East's most respected organizations and a leading Human Resources Services Firm with an International Network active in 55 countries. Our clients range from the largest corporations to emerging growth companies and government bodies. We work at the highest levels of leadership to create tangible and enduring business impact.



Our core services include:



• Multi-country Payroll Outsource covering META
• Multi-country Single SaaS Platform
• Executive Search and Specialized Recruitment Services
• Manpower Outsourcing (EOR/PEO)
• HR Digital Transformation
• Psychometric Assessment, Gamified Learning, Coaching and Performance Management


We are looking for a Business Development Manager (BDM)/Senior Business Development Manager (SBDM) to be 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 (full description of responsibilities is below), specifically the markets of UAE, Oman, Qatar, Egypt, and other countries within MENA.

Key role will involve you 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.
• Your role will also include report writing, conducting sector and region-specific research and analysis to identify project and investment opportunities for Singapore-based companies, as well as monitoring 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.
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Qualifications • 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 projects and conversions for Singapore-based companies.
• Technical background in either Energy, Infrastructure, Digital, 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 Power Point.
• Strong command of English and work within a multi-cultural environment.
• Able to multi-task and adapt to uncertainty.
• Able to travel extensively in the region.