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Associate, Business Development

Guidepoint
Location
Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Posted
11 days ago
Department
Business Development
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • Bachelor’s degree with a strong academic record and extracurricular achievement
  • 1-2 years of experience in Sales or Business Development in the Middle East
  • Fluency in English, both written and spoken; Arabic proficiency is a plus
  • Solid understanding of the full sales cycle, from lead generation to client relationship management
  • Resilient, comfortable making cold calls and engaging stakeholders at all levels, including senior management
  • Excellent communication & presentation skills, capable of engaging high-profile clients
What the job really is

As an Associate in the Business Development team at Guidepoint's Dubai office, you will focus on building a strong pipeline of prospects by conducting outreach to potential clients and nurturing relationships with them. Your role will involve collaborating with senior team members to create compelling content, researching target industries, and analyzing the competitive landscape to inform sales strategies, all while gaining exposure to a dynamic global business model.

Benefits
  • Offices within the heart of Dubai at the DIFC
  • A progression plan for career growth
  • Private medical insurance (including dental)
  • Fun team events, activities, and office-wide outings
  • Stocked pantry and breakfast offerings
  • WFH flexibility on Fridays
Things to weigh
  • No salary listed
  • Position requires the right to work in the UAE
  • Role involves cold calling and outreach, which may not suit everyone
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