Associate Director Business Development
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Job Summary
Associate Director
Location: United Arab of Emirates
Working pattern:Full Time
Contract Type:Permanent
Number of roles:1
Salary:30000 - 34000 AED per month
We are looking for an Associated Director - Business Development to join our team.
As a highly driven and results-oriented Associate Director Business Development at Kaplan Professional Middle East you will be a critical sales leader responsible for significantly growing our B2B footprint in the UAE and the wider MENA region. Your primary focus will be on the strategic acquisition of new clients and the expansion of existing accounts for Kaplans full suite of professional development training solutions and services. This includes courses across Finance and Business Skills Leadership and Behavioural Development Digital Transformation and Professional Qualifications.
This senior role demands a seasoned professional with a vast personal network and a proven ability to leverage and nurture key relationships to secure high-value long-term corporate training contracts.
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Progressive Business Development experience with a minimum of 7 years specifically in a B2B sales/BD role within the Learning and Development (L&D) or Corporate Training industry in the GCC.
Proven track record of achieving and exceeding substantial sales quotas by selling a diversified portfolio of professional training solutions (e.g. finance leadership digital qualifications).
Demonstrated success in leveraging a pre-existing strong network of contacts to secure large-scale B2B contracts in the MENA region.
Fluency in both Arabic and English (a must) with exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Bachelors degree in Business Marketing or a related field; a Masters degree is preferred.
Strong project management abilities and a data-driven mindset.
What we offer
Competitive salary and an incentive structure that rewards high-level sales performance and success.
Comprehensive benefits package.
Professional development opportunities and support for further education.
A dynamic and inclusive work environment that values innovation and growth.
How to apply
Please apply with CV and cover letter no later than 16th February 2026. Note we recommend that you apply at the earliest as we reserve the right to close the role before the closing date if we have gathered a suitable shortlist.
Application Support
If you require support completing your application or wish to talk to someone about the role before applying please email the Recruitment Team .
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Business Development
- Sales Experience
- Direct Sales
- B2B Sales
- Marketing
- Sales Pipeline
- Salesforce
- Strategic Planning
- Enterprise Sales
- negotiation
- Lead Generation
- Contracts
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