Business Development Manager – UAE & KSA (Executive Search & Recruitment)

Fluency in English and Arabic; Russian or Italian speakers highly valued.

Location: UAE & KSA

Contract: Full-time

Reporting to: Business Director – MENA

Salary: Competitive + commission + UAE benefits

Overview:

Antal International is seeking a high-performing Business Development Manager to drive growth in KSA and UAE by securing new clients (government entities, PIF portfolio companies, multinationals, and giga-projects) and selling premium, bespoke recruitment solutions to C-level stakeholders and HR decision-makers.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop market expansion strategies and enter new verticals in KSA.
• Acquire and nurture client relationships with CEOs, CHROs, and decision-makers.
• Deliver consultative selling of retained executive search and specialized recruitment solutions.
• Maintain long-term relationships to drive repeat business.
• Monitor market trends, talent gaps, and competitor activity to inform strategies.
• Prepare proposals, tenders, and agreements.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure successful delivery of mandates.
• Achieve and exceed revenue targets.

Requirements:

• 3–7+ years in B2B sales, business development, or executive search/recruitment consulting.
• Deep knowledge of Saudi business landscape, key sectors, and Vision 2030 initiatives.
• Established network of decision-makers in KSA preferred.
• Fluency in English and Arabic; Russian or Italian speakers highly valued.
• Strong presentation, negotiation, and consultative selling skills.
• Bachelor’s in Business, Marketing, or related field.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with proactive, self-driven approach.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary with high-performance commission.
• Leadership opportunity to build and grow Antal’s presence in KSA.
• Supportive, professional, and collaborative environment.