Business Development Manager

*Wood Wizards is a creative studio based in Dubai, specialising in hands-on woodworking workshops and creative experiences for children and families.

We work with schools, children’s centres, brands, and event organisers to deliver engaging, high-quality experiences that combine creativity, learning, and craftsmanship.*

We are currently expanding in the UAE market with a strong focus on partnerships, corporate collaborations, and unlocking new growth opportunities.

The Business Development Manager will be responsible for driving the growth of Wood Wizards through strategic partnerships, new business opportunities, and expansion of commercial channels.

This is not an operational or teaching role.

The focus is purely on growth, partnerships, and business expansion.

The ideal candidate is a commercially driven professional with strong experience in partnerships, sales, and business development, capable of scaling business opportunities across the UAE.

Develop and execute business development strategies to support company growth and revenue targets

Identify and acquire new business opportunities across relevant sectors

Build and maintain long-term partnerships with children’s centres, clubs, educational organisations, and community spaces

Develop collaborations with event organisers, agencies, and lifestyle brands

Approach and secure corporate clients and group bookings

Create and expand new sales and partnership channels in the UAE market

Negotiate commercial terms and partnership agreements

Represent Wood Wizards at industry events, networking meetings, and business forums

Conduct market research and competitor analysis to identify growth opportunities

Maintain pipeline tracking and reporting of business development activities (CRM if applicable)

Collaborate with internal teams to align partnerships with operational capabilities

3–5+ years of experience in business development, partnerships, sales, or commercial roles

in events, education, family entertainment, lifestyle, or related industries is a plus

Proven ability to generate and close business opportunities

Strong network within the UAE market is highly desirable

Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills

Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment

Strong commercial awareness and results-driven mindset

Entrepreneurial and growth-oriented mindset

Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills

Strategic thinking with a commercial focus

Proactive, self-driven, and highly accountable

Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

Professional, resilient, and adaptable in dynamic environments

Competitive fixed salary based on experience

Performance-based bonuses (depending on agreed KPIs and results)

Health insurance

Paid annual leave

Flexible working arrangement (results-focused approach, not strict office hours)

Opportunity to grow into a senior leadership role in business development as the company scales

Direct impact on company growth strategy and revenue expansion

Work in a creative, international, and fast-growing environment