Business Development Associate

Role Description This full-time Business Development Associate role is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, with a hybrid work arrangement that allows some work-from-home flexibility. The individual in this role will identify and qualify new business opportunities, support lead generation efforts, and contribute to building strategic relationships with partners and stakeholders. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting market research, preparing and delivering presentations to potential partners, and assisting in the development of outreach strategies that promote financial education initiatives. The role also involves maintaining accurate records of prospects and activities, collaborating with internal teams to align business development efforts with organizational goals, and providing regular reports on pipeline status and market trends.

Qualifications

• Strong presentation skills, including the ability to design and deliver clear, persuasive presentations to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated experience in lead generation and prospecting, with the ability to build and manage a sustainable pipeline of opportunities.
• Proficiency in market research, including collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to inform business development strategies.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Economics, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities, with attention to detail and the capacity to handle multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Comfort working in a multicultural environment and interest in financial education and social impact-focused initiatives.
• Proficiency with CRM tools and standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office or equivalent); experience in the MENA region is an advantage.