HS Group is seeking a Business Development Manager to join its dynamic team in Abu Dhabi. The ideal candidate will play a key role in identifying new business opportunities, developing strategies for market expansion, and managing high-stakes projects aligned with organizational goals. This role involves conducting market research, developing business plans, and managing bid submissions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct in-depth research on new markets for geographical expansion.

• Develop business plans covering growth opportunities, market penetration strategies, and stakeholder mapping.

• Perform competition analysis and assess public procurement laws.

• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities.

• Formulate and implement strategies to pursue potential projects.

• Manage and coordinate bid submissions (PQs, RFPs) across relevant internal functions.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and governmental entities.

• Develop project structures for financing and export credit agency (ECA) arrangements.

• Provide commercial and project finance expertise to support strategic initiatives.

• Prepare and deliver presentations for senior management and clients.

• Provide actionable insights for top-management meetings and submissions.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Must be currently residing in the UAE.

• At least 7 years of experience in business development.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in contracting companies (construction industry).

• Experience with International Funding Agencies (e.g., World Bank, UN organizations).

• Strong connections with companies in the MEA region (Africa and the Middle East).

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

• French and Portuguese language skills are a plus.

• MBA certificate is preferable.

• Fluent in English (reading, writing, and speaking).

Job Type: Full-Time
Work Arrangement: On-Site
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE