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Business Development Manager – Events (Client Guarantee Required)

Damous Event By Design DMCC
Dubai, UAE
fulltime
Mid-Senior
AED 3,000 - 2/week
3 months ago
Market ResearchSales StrategyLead GenerationClient Relationship Management (CRM)NegotiationBusiness Planning
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Job Type:** Full-Time

**Location:** Dubai (DMCC / JLT) (Hybrid- at home)

Job Description

  • We are looking for a **high-performing, well-connected Business Development Manager in the Dubai events industry** who can deliver **immediate and measurable results**.
  • This is a **performance-based role for a true closer,** not a lead generator.
  • The selected candidate must be confident in their ability to:
  • **Secure a minimum of 2 event clients of any type within 60 days (max 2 months)**
  • Maintain a **consistent pipeline of qualified leads and new business opportunities**
  • Actively drive **client acquisition, partnerships, and long-term growth**

Your Required Deliverables

  • Close **2 signed corporate/medical/brand event clients within the first 60 days- 2 months**
  • Generate **qualified leads weekly**
  • Build a **sustainable client pipeline beyond initial wins**
  • Leverage your existing network to continuously bring in business

Key Responsibilities

  • Identify, approach, and secure new clients (corporate events, conferences, activations, private events)
  • Utilize and expand your existing industry network
  • Develop and execute aggressive client acquisition strategies
  • Pitch, negotiate, and close high-value deals
  • Maintain strong client relationships for repeat business
  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure seamless execution

Target Sectors

  • Tech / Crypto (product launches, activations)
  • Healthcare / Pharma (conferences, seminars)
  • Corporate / Hospitality (galas, team events, brand experiences)

Must-Have Requirements (Mandatory)

  • Minimum **2+ years experience in events business development in Dubai/GCC**
  • Proven track record of **closing deals and generating revenue**
  • Strong **existing network of event buyers and decision-makers**
  • Ability to work independently and deliver under pressure
  • Exceptional communication, sales, and negotiation skills

What We’re Looking For

  • Someone who can **guarantee results, not just effort**
  • A confident closer with real industry connections
  • A proactive, target-driven mindset
  • Someone ready to start immediately

Compensation & Benefits

  • AED 3,000 base starting salary (after 2-month probation)
  • Uncapped commission + performance bonuses
  • **Guaranteed visa provided** (after 2-month probation)

Important

Apply **ONLY if you can confidently deliver the results outlined above.**

Unqualified or non-relevant applications will not be considered.

Immediate hiring for qualified candidates.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Contract length: 2 months

Application Question(S)

  • What's your best result in B2B sales or outreach? (numbers if possible)
  • Do you have experience in Dubai's events industry?
  • Have you ever sold to marketing directors, brand managers, or PR agencies?
  • Even without events experience, do you think you can get us client meetings in first 60 days or 2 months?
  • Work Location: Hybrid remote in Dubai (Dubai)

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