Associate Partner Business Development

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Originate new client relationships with CEOs, CHROs, boards, and NRC chairs across KSA/GCC.
• Convert discussions into retained search and advisory mandates, including proposal development, pricing, and negotiation.
• Co-lead the delivery of mandates secured, managing client relationships, presenting shortlists, and overseeing the offer stage.
• Build sector or functional practice ownership, such as in logistics, fintech, PIF portfolio, or boards.
• Represent the firm at industry events and on LinkedIn, contributing to brand growth alongside the founder.
• Assist in shaping firm operations, tooling, and processes during scaling.
• Compensation Structure
• A modest base salary is provided for a ramp-up period.
• Commission is paid on fee revenue originated by the Associate Partner, upon client collection.
• Clear, written milestones for achieving Partner title and profit share are based on revenue thresholds, not tenure.
• Full transparency on firm economics is provided from the start.
• Candidate Profile
• This role is suited for individuals with over 10 years of experience who are prepared to build a firm. It requires a proactive approach to business development and a willingness to operate within a compensation model that scales with originated revenue. Candidates seeking a market-rate base salary prior to demonstrating performance may find this role unsuitable.