Partnership BD Manager - KSA

About the Role

We are seeking an ambitious and results-driven Business Development Manager to lead our growth efforts in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Based in Riyadh, you will play a pivotal role in expanding our market presence, building strategic partnerships, and driving revenue across the financial services sector. This is a high-impact position for a self-starter who understands the KSA financial landscape and thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

- Market Development: Identify, evaluate, and pursue new business opportunities across the KSA financial services market, aligned with Vision 2030 growth priorities.

- Client Acquisition: Build and manage a robust pipeline of prospective clients and partners, owning the full sales cycle from lead generation to deal closure.

- Stakeholder Management: Develop and maintain strong, trust-based relationships with key stakeholders, including banks, financial institutions, regulators, and enterprise clients.

- Strategic Partnerships: Negotiate and structure commercial agreements with partners, influencers/KOL, marketing affiliations, joint ventures, and strategic alliances that accelerate market entry and revenue growth.

- Market Intelligence: Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and the regulatory environment (SAMA, CMA) to inform strategy and identify emerging opportunities.

- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with product, marketing, legal, and compliance teams to deliver tailored solutions that meet client and regulatory requirements.

- Reporting: Track, forecast, and report on business development performance against defined KPIs and revenue targets.

- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field.

- 5+ years of business development, sales, or relationship management experience within the financial services industry (Securities, Prime Brokerage, Fintech, Payments, Asset Management, or Capital Markets).

- Proven track record of meeting or exceeding revenue targets and closing complex, high-value deals.

- Strong existing network within the KSA financial sector is highly preferred.

- Solid understanding of the Saudi regulatory framework (SAMA, CMA) and market dynamics.

- Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

- Fluency in Arabic and English.

- Based in or willing to relocate to Riyadh; eligibility to work in KSA.

*Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.