Business Development Manager Middle East

Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates on site Until 8/22/2026 First posted March 18, 2026 Last posted March 18, 2026
Job description

Company Overview
Our client is a leading international media and digital content group with a strong presence across Asia and growing global influence.
The company operates large-scale content platforms covering entertainment, video, IP commercialization, and digital advertising, and is currently accelerating its commercial expansion in the Middle East region.
This role will be a key commercial hire supporting regional advertiser growth and local partnership development.

Key Responsibilities
- Be based in the Middle East (Dubai) and lead local advertiser acquisition, partner development, and commercial relationship management.
- Develop and execute regional business development strategies, building a structured ecosystem of industry clients and partners.
- Prepare commercial proposals, bidding materials, and partnership models; drive deal execution and contract closure.
- Analyze commercialization performance through data tracking and client feedback, providing growth forecasts and optimization insights.
- Work closely with product, content, legal, and local operational teams to ensure smooth commercialization rollout in the region.

Requirements
- Experience in Business Development, Partnerships, or Commercial roles.
- Prior exposure to Middle East markets is a strong plus.
- Strong cross-cultural communication and negotiation skills.
- Fluent in English; Arabic language skills are a plus.
- Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Comfortable working in an international, fast-paced, and growth-driven environment.

Why This Role
- Regional core role with high visibility and growth potential.
- Opportunity to help build Middle East commercialization from the ground up.
- Platform-level exposure with international stakeholders.
- Competitive compensation aligned with regional market standards.

About this role

Summary

Lead regional advertiser growth, develop partnerships, and execute business strategies in Middle East.

Job title

Business Development Manager Middle East

Experience level

not specified

Industry

media

Location requirements

Based in Dubai, UAE, remote not specified

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

business developmentpartnershipsnegotiation skillsExcelPowerPointWord

Preferred skills

Middle East market knowledgeArabic language

Specializations

partner developmentbusiness developmentregional marketnegotiationdigital content
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Dubai - United Arab Emirates

On-site City