The Role
Role Overview
The Business Development Manager will be responsible for expanding new business in the KSA by securing partnerships with banks, fintechs, and financial institutions.
This role requires a strong network within the financial ecosystem, a deep understanding of B2B sales, and the ability to drive revenue growth through strategic alliances. The ideal candidate will be a proactive dealmaker with experience in financial services, SaaS, or fintech partnerships, and must be an Arabic speaker.
Key Responsibilities
- Market Expansion: Identify and pursue new business opportunities with banks, fintechs, and other financial institutions in the KSA.
- Partnership Development: Establish and nurture relationships with key decision-makers to drive long-term strategic partnerships.
- Sales & Revenue Growth: Develop and execute business development strategies that contribute growth targets.
- Negotiation & Contracting: Lead deal negotiations, structure commercial agreements, and drive favorable outcomes for .
- Industry Positioning: Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities to enhance brand awareness and thought leadership.
- Market Research & Insights: Monitor industry trends, competitive landscape, and emerging opportunities to refine the go-to-market strategy.
- Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with product, compliance, and operations teams to ensure seamless integration of new partners.
Requirements
Key Requirements
- Experience: 5+ years in business development, sales, or partnerships within fintech, banking, BAAS or SaaS.
- Market Knowledge: Strong understanding of the financial sector, B2B partnerships, and regulatory landscapes in KSA.
- Sales Acumen: Proven track record in closing deals and driving revenue growth in financial services or fintech.
- Negotiation & Communication: Strong ability to structure and negotiate high-value commercial
agreements.
- Networking: Well-connected within the banking and fintech ecosystem in UAE and KSA.
- Tech-Savvy: Familiarity with AI-driven financial products, digital platforms, and SaaS sales
models.
- Language: Fluent in Arabic and English.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Economics degree
About the company
Mayfair Partners are an International Executive Search and Recruitment Solutions consultancy based in Downtown Dubai. We are passionate about providing a superior service to clients. We service both established businesses and also advise those that are looking to set up a business in this region.
Mayfair Partners was founded by three partners with combined recruitment experience of over 20 years.