Job description

Role overview

This full-time Business Development Manager position is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and is focused on growing a legal services practice across the UAE. The role centers on bringing in new corporate clients, deepening relationships with existing accounts, and creating strategic partnerships that support long-term revenue growth.

The successful candidate will be expected to combine strong communication skills with a solid background in B2B sales or professional services business development. The position requires someone who can build trust, expand market reach, and contribute practical ideas for business growth.

Key responsibilities

Spot and pursue new business opportunities among corporate and SME clients in the UAE.
Create a steady flow of prospects through outreach, referrals, and networking activity.
Manage relationships with current clients and encourage repeat engagements.
Serve as the primary contact for key accounts and look for opportunities to expand service offerings.
Form partnerships with corporate service firms, business councils, and sector associations.
Help raise the firm’s visibility in the UAE legal and corporate marketplace.
Carry out basic market research to uncover growth opportunities.
Track competitors and stay informed on market and industry developments.
Provide management with insights that support business expansion planning.
Keep CRM records up to date, including leads, meetings, and conversion status.

Skills and strengths needed

Strong negotiation and persuasion ability
Confidence in closing deals and advancing opportunities
Business growth planning and opportunity identification
Market research and competitor analysis
Relationship management and client servicing
CRM usage and sales reporting
Self-driven, proactive, and target-oriented approach
Excellent written and spoken English

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Law, Management, or a closely related discipline.
At least 2 years of proven business development experience with a law firm based in the UAE; this is mandatory.
Good understanding of the UAE legal services landscape and corporate market.
Demonstrated success in meeting business development targets and bringing in new clients.
Working knowledge of CRM tools, sales tracking, and business development methods.
Ability to work on your own, juggle multiple priorities, and stay on schedule.

Additional information

The company mentioned in the source is Naser A. Al-Muharrami Advocates & Legal Consultants, operating from Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The job title provided is Business Development Manager, and the role is listed as a full-time onsite position.