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Foreground LLC

Director of Strategy & Client Development (DSD001) Job Description: Foreground is partnering with a global events agency to recruit a sharp, insight-driven, and relationship-led Director of Strategy & Client Development, who will play a dual role in leading the agencys strategic thinking and securing long-term partnerships in Saudi Arabia.This individual will work at the intersection of research, brand understanding, business development, and proposal leadership crafting narratives that win business and build trust with government, corporate, and cultural clients across the Kingdom.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead strategy development across proposals, pitches, and long-term client engagements.</li><li>Build strategic relationships with clients, translating their brand, vision, and program needs into winning experiential concepts.</li><li>Drive proposal excellence managing storytelling, insight generation, value articulation, and partnership structuring.</li><li>Translate Vision 2030 themes and public sector mandates into relevant, brand-aligned creative strategies.</li><li>Serve as a key voice in internal brainstorms, agency growth planning, and account expansion efforts.</li><li>Provide thought leadership, market intelligence, and competitor analysis to shape agency positioning.</li></ul>Ideal Profile<ul><li>10+ years of experience in strategy, brand experience, or agency planning roles, with a strong background in the Saudi market.</li><li>Excellent understanding of Saudi client expectations, government communications, and cultural programming priorities.</li><li>Fluent in written and spoken English; Arabic fluency is a strong advantage.</li><li>Proven success leading strategic proposals and building long-term client relationships in the KSA public or private sector.</li></ul> Required Skills: Intelligence Analysis Strategic Thinking Arabic Partnerships Government Programming Strategy Business Development Research Planning Business English Leadership<img src="https://www.jobg8.com/Tracking.aspx?V5p2YvJYMMNCAQ36JPN1K20cBKsS8E%2b7b" width="0" height="0" />

Director of Strategy & Client Development (DSD001)

Redesign Health

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">About the Job:</h2>
Sanabil Venture Studio by Redesign Health (SSRH) empowers founders to launch and scale transformative healthcare companies in the Kingdom. Saudi Arabia represents one of the world's most promising opportunities for healthcare innovation. We support founders in launching world-class companies that benefit from Saudi Arabia's robust infrastructure, forward-thinking approach to innovation, and accelerating pace of progress.
Sanabil Venture Studio by Redesign Health is dedicated to launching AI-native healthcare ventures that transform how care is delivered and experienced. Like the startups we build, we embed AI deeply into all our operations, empowering our team to focus their creativity and expertise on the most complex challenges and high-impact opportunities. We're seeking curious, adaptable individuals who are excited to explore new ways of working, eager to constantly experiment, and committed to pushing the boundaries of what's possible at the intersection of human ingenuity and artificial intelligence.
As our Director of New Ventures, you will play a critical role in building Sanabil Venture Studio by Redesign Health&rsquo;s innovation platform by identifying and evaluating new healthcare opportunities, empowering founders to pitch &amp; launch companies, building a strong network of regional investors, and supporting the fundraising and strategic growth of our portfolio companies.
This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of venture capital and healthcare and able to drive results. You will work collaboratively to vet high-potential business concepts, lead fundraising efforts, and represent Redesign Health to local stakeholders.
You will join a global team, reporting to a Managing Director of Ventures, in New York City, collaborating across Redesign teams to ensure seamless alignment and execution with local and global goals.
This is an exciting opportunity to be one of the first team members of SSRH. You will help build the operations and culture of our Saudi innovation platform, working closely with US-based counterparts, leveraging existing Redesign innovation infrastructure, and adapting to the needs of the Saudi market.
Redesign Health is dedicated to launching AI-native healthcare ventures that will transform how care is delivered and experienced. As a company, we don't just build with AI&mdash;we work with it. We integrate these tools into our daily operations to focus our human creativity and expertise on the most complex challenges and highest-impact opportunities. We seek curious, adaptable team members who are excited to explore new ways of working, eager to master emerging technologies, and committed to pushing the boundaries of what's possible when human ingenuity meets artificial intelligence.<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
What You&rsquo;ll Do:</h2>
Research and Investment Opportunity Development:<ul><li>
Conduct in-depth research into the Saudi Arabian healthcare market, identifying key trends, opportunities, and challenges.</li><li>
Develop and evaluate high-potential, investable opportunities aligned with local market needs.</li><li>
Lead diligence efforts for selected investment ideas, leveraging Redesign&rsquo;s innovation infrastructure.</li></ul>
Founder Partnership:<ul><li>
Attract, source and evaluate exceptional founder talent to lead relevant investment ideas.</li><li>
Partner with founders to refine investment ideas and pitch for funding to launch companies.</li><li>
Support founders in the areas of business launch processes, evaluation of strategic opportunities &amp; partnerships, capital development &amp; fundraising strategy among others.</li></ul>
Capital Development:<ul><li>
Deepen relationships with Redesign&rsquo;s existing network of 200+ venture investors while building new connections across the KSA and GCC regions.</li><li>
Represent SSRH at investor meetings and industry conferences, using insights to refine company creation strategies.</li><li>
Act as a key ambassador, promoting Redesign&rsquo;s mission and values to local stakeholders and partners.</li></ul>
Team and Culture Building:<ul><li>
Act as a key ambassador for Redesign Health in Saudi Arabia, promoting our mission and values.</li><li>
Build out the operations and culture of Redesign Health Saudi Arabia, wearing many hats as needed.</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
What You&rsquo;ll Need:</h2><ul><li>
8+ years of experience in venture capital, private equity, or strategic finance / investment banking.</li><li>
Expertise in healthcare and regulatory environment.</li><li>
Exceptional research, analytical, and strategic thinking skills, with fluency in business model analysis, investment thesis development and financial modeling.</li><li>
Strong experience in fundraising, financial modeling, valuation, and structuring capital transactions within the GCC region.</li><li>
Experience leading work with minimal oversight and with strong attention to detail</li><li>
Interest in researching, implementing, and leveraging AI and other emerging technologies, both professionally and personally</li><li>
A Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree with a record of high academic achievement; advanced degrees are a plus.</li><li>
Fluency in Arabic and English is required.</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"> 
Who You Are:</h2><ul><li>
Financial Acumen: Understands the meaning and implications of key financial indicators. Uses financial analysis to generate, evaluate, and act on strategic options and opportunities. Integrates quantitative and qualitative information to draw accurate conclusions. Interpreting and applying understanding of key financial indicators to make better business decisions</li><li>
Strategic Mindset: Anticipates future trends and implications accurately. Readily poses future scenarios. Articulates credible pictures and visions of possibilities that will create sustainable value. Creates competitive and breakthrough strategies that show a clear connection between vision and action. Seeing ahead to future possibilities and translating them into breakthrough strategies</li><li>
Action Oriented: You take initiative and drive results, proactively tackling challenges and opportunities. You move quickly and decisively, always focusing on achieving goals and making things happen.</li><li>
Cultural Competence: You navigate cultural differences with ease, showing respect and understanding for diverse perspectives. You adapt your communication and behavior to different cultural contexts, fostering inclusive and effective interactions.</li><li>
Manage Ambiguity: You deal comfortably with the uncertainty of change, and are calm and productive, even when things are up in the air.</li><li>
Strong Collaborator: You work seamlessly with others, leveraging diverse strengths and perspectives, and proactively seek to understand and drive consensus among your stakeholders and colleagues. You foster a cooperative environment where all contributions are valued, driving team success through mutual respect and shared goals.</li><li>
Technology Innovator: You have a track record of proactively leveraging AI and other emerging technology tools to create extraordinary productivity and impact within your role.</li></ul></div>

Director of Ventures

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 Ready to shape the growth agenda of a leading investment institution?
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Our client is seeking a dynamic
 
 Head of Business Development
 
 to drive strategic market expansion and lead high-impact commercial initiatives.
 
 
 
 
 
 This senior leadership role suits someone who excels at building influential partnerships, identifying new revenue opportunities, and steering long-term growth within the investment and financial services sector.
 
 
 
 
 
 As part of the organisation&rsquo;s ongoing commitment to supporting
 
 Niqadat objectives
 
 and meeting government requirements, this position will play an important role in strengthening local capabilities within the team.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Why This Role Matters
 
 
 
 In this role, you will:
 
 
 🔹 Define and execute the organisation&rsquo;s overarching business development strategy
 
 
 🔹 Lead expansion across new markets and investment verticals
 
 
 🔹 Build and manage strategic relationships across the investment, banking, and financial services ecosystem
 
 
 🔹 Partner closely with senior leadership to shape go-to-market plans and long-range commercial priorities
 
 
 🔹 Convert market intelligence into actionable business opportunities
 
 
 🔹 Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performance BD team
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What&rsquo;s in It for You
 
 
 
 ✔ Ownership of an end-to-end commercial growth mandate
 
 
 ✔ Significant exposure to senior stakeholders and decision-makers across the region
 
 
 ✔ The ability to shape products, services, and market positioning through insight-driven recommendations
 
 
 ✔ A culture that values initiative, innovation, and strategic thinking
 
 
 ✔ Leadership responsibility in growing and developing the BD function
 
 
 ✔ A role that contributes meaningfully to national talent development and organisational localisation priorities
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What We&rsquo;re Looking For
 
 
 
 To thrive in this role, you should bring:
 
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 Strong experience in business development, partnerships, or corporate strategy within
 
 financial services or related markets
 
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 Deep understanding of investment products, institutional partnerships, and the broader financial ecosystem
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 Demonstrated success in establishing and scaling strategic commercial relationships
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 Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management capabilities
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 A confident, adaptable approach suited to a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment
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 A relevant academic background in Business, Finance, or a related field (MBA beneficial)
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 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 If you're a commercially driven leader ready to drive the next phase of growth for our client, we&rsquo;d be keen to hear from you.
 
 
 
 
 
 NB: Due to the high volume of applicants expected for this position, we may not be able to respond to all applicants in a timely manner, but will aim to do so to the best of our ability.
 
</div>

Head of Business Development

Majid Al Futtaim

<div>
 
 JOB TITLE
 
 
 
 Manager - Business Development | MAF Retail | Head Office KSA
 
 
 
 Role Summary
 
 
 
 The Business Development Manager is responsible for the implementation of the expansion plan in for retail Discount stores in Saudi Arabia and the identification of new market opportunities to achieve the Majid alFuttaim Retail Discount growth targets. The role holder is also responsible for ensuring all assigned projects are completed on time and in line with budget and overall plan and assist in identifying, classifying and selecting sites included in the expansion plan.
 
 
 
 ROLE PROFILE
 
 
 
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 Manage and execute expansion plans aligned with strategic objectives, including site identification, feasibility studies, and negotiation of lease terms for new retail locations.
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 Conduct market evaluations, competitor analysis, and identify new business opportunities to support country development programs and regional growth.
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 Oversee end-to-end project management, ensuring timely execution within budget, efficient resource utilization, and smooth coordination across internal departments and external partners.
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 Monitor project performance against KPIs, prepare regular reports for management, and ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations.
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 Develop and implement policies, processes, and action plans to enhance profitability and productivity, while advising local teams on retail innovations and best practices.
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 Manage contractor and consultant selection, ensure adherence to agreements, and oversee risk assessments and audits for successful project delivery.
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 Provide mentorship and training to build a strong talent pipeline, ensuring performance management and continuous development of team capabilities.
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 Prepare periodic business reports and maintain alignment with corporate policies, ensuring governance and compliance across all expansion activities.
 
 
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 Requirements
 
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business Administration or a related field; Master&rsquo;s degree preferred.
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 Minimum 8 years of experience in a related managerial function, with at least 4+ years in retail or a closely related industry.
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 Excellent communication and presentation skills, with strong ability to influence and engage stakeholders.
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 Proven managerial skills with experience in leading cross-functional teams and driving complex projects.
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 Strong negotiation skills and ability to manage lease agreements and vendor relationships effectively.
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 Outstanding analytical, needs analysis, and business justification skills, with a track record of closing strategic initiatives successfully.
 
 
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 What We Offer
 
 
 
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 At Majid Al Futtaim, we&rsquo;re on a mission to create great moments, to spread happiness, to build, experiences that stay in our memories for a lifetime. We&rsquo;re proud to say that over the past 27 years, we have built a reputation as a regional market leader in what we do. Join us!
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 Work in a friendly environment, where everyone shares positive vibes and excited about our future.
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 Work with over 45,000 diverse and talented colleagues, all guided by our Leadership Model.
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Manager - Business Development

Supertech Group

<div>Do you want to love what you do at work? Do you want to make a difference, an impact, transform people&rsquo;s lives? Do you want to work with a team that believes in disrupting the normal, boring, and average?
If yes, then this is the job you&rsquo;re looking for. UXBERT Labs is one of the best digital and user experience design agencies in the GCC working with the biggest regional and international brands such as STC, Amazon, Gucci and more. UXBERT Labs is part of the Supertech Group also consisting of Hala Yalla, Saudi&rsquo;s #1 private event ticketing and experience booking platform, and Kafu Games, the largest esports tournament platform in MENA.
Key Responsibilities:<ul><li><ul>
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Develop and refine the business model, market entry strategy, and commercial roadmap for the new product venture.</li>
<li>Conduct market and competitive research to validate product-market fit and identify growth opportunities.</li>
<li>Prepare detailed financial projections, investor decks, and business plans to attract funding.</li>
<li>Identify, approach, and engage with investors, incubators, accelerators, and strategic partners.</li>
<li>Lead all efforts related to fundraising, including grant applications, venture capital outreach, and government programs.</li>
<li>Collaborate with internal teams (product, tech, design) to align execution with business goals.</li>
<li>Build and manage early partnerships, pilots, or client relationships to demonstrate traction.</li>
<li>Report progress, financials, and funding milestones directly to executive leadership.</li>
<li>Once funding is secured, lead the hiring and formation of a dedicated venture team, ensuring the right talent mix for growth and execution.</li>
</ul></li></ul>
Requirements<ul><li><ul><li><ul>
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Proven experience in venture building, business development, or investment management.</li>
<li>Strong understanding of startup ecosystems, funding processes, and commercialization strategies.</li>
<li>Demonstrated success in preparing and pitching investor-ready reports, proposals, and presentations.</li>
<li>Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret market and financial data.</li>
<li>Exceptional communication, marketing and negotiation skills, with the ability to articulate value propositions clearly to investors and partners.</li>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or Entrepreneurship (MBA preferred).</li>
</ul></li></ul></li></ul><ul><li><ul>
<li>Ideal Candidate Profile</li>
<li><ul><li>Entrepreneurial and self-motivated; thrives in an unstructured, high-ownership environment.</li>
<li>A strategic thinker with the ability to connect product potential to real market and financial value.</li>
<li>Well-connected with investor networks, incubators, and innovation ecosystems.</li>
<li>Comfortable leading across strategy, operations, and fundraising.</li>
</ul></li>
</ul></li></ul>Benefits<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">
Compensation</h3>
Competitive base salary + performance-based incentives.
Equity or profit-sharing options may be offered based on funding success and business milestones.</div>

Managing Director/Venture Development Lead

First Gulf Company

<div>
 
 
 Role Overview
 
 
 
 The Executive Administrator will provide high-level administrative, coordination, and analytical support to the Business Development Director. The role supports activities related to developing and expanding diversified business lines, including Systems &amp; Broadcasting BU, Construction &amp; MEP BU, Facility Management BU, and other strategic initiatives. The ideal candidate is bilingual (Arabic/English) with strong business acumen, excellent communication, and advanced administrative and presentation skills.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
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 Provide executive-level administrative support to the Business Development Director, including calendar management, correspondence, travel arrangements, and meeting coordination.
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 Prepare high-quality business presentations, reports, proposals, and briefing materials.
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 Assist in research and data collection for new business opportunities, market trends, and competitor analysis.
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 Coordinate across various Business Units to follow up on action items, progress updates, and documentation.
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 Draft, review, and translate documents, letters, and presentations between Arabic and English.
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 Maintain organized filing systems, project trackers, and documentation related to business development initiatives.
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 Support the development and execution of strategic partnerships, tenders, and RFP submissions.
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 Facilitate communication between the Business Development Director and internal/external stakeholders.
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 Assist in budgeting, planning, and performance monitoring for various diversified business lines.
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 Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Qualifications &amp; Skills
 
 
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 Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related discipline.
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 Minimum 3&ndash;5 years of experience in executive administration or business support roles, preferably in a diversified or project-driven organization.
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 Bilingual proficiency in Arabic and English (spoken and written).
 </li>
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 Strong business acumen with understanding of diversified industries such as construction, systems &amp; broadcasting, and facility management.
 </li>
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 Excellent presentation design skills (PowerPoint, data visualization, report formatting).
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 Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
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 Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
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 Professional communication skills and stakeholder management capability.
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 High level of discretion, integrity, and proactive problem-solving.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Preferred Attributes
 
 
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 Experience working with senior leadership.
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 Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving business environment.
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 Attention to detail and quality.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
</div>

Executive Administrator

Executive Director - Partnerships & Revenue Development

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