Chief Business Development Officer

Role overview

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute business development strategies aligned with long-term objectives.
• Identify new markets, revenue streams, partnerships, and expansion opportunities; lead client acquisition and market-share growth.
• Build relationships with clients, investors, industry partners, and senior stakeholders; oversee pipelines and strategic accounts.
• Collaborate across Marketing, Sales, Finance, and Operations to meet revenue and growth targets.
• Assess market trends and competitors; negotiate major agreements and partnerships.
• Set targets, monitor metrics, lead and mentor teams, and evaluate growth initiatives.
• Assess potential mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures; prepare proposals, market assessments, and executive reports.
• Manage business development budgets and resource allocation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, Economics, or a related field; an MBA or equivalent is an advantage.
• Extensive business development, commercial strategy, sales leadership, or corporate management experience.
• Proven results in revenue growth, market expansion, and strategic partnerships.
• Knowledge of market analysis, business planning, negotiation, and commercial development.
• Strong leadership, communication, presentation, and relationship-management skills; able to engage senior executives and negotiate high-value deals.
• Strong financial and analytical capabilities; experience leading teams, managing budgets, and overseeing strategic initiatives.
• Proactive, results-oriented approach focused on sustainable business growth.

What the employer offers

• Competitive executive compensation and benefits.
• Senior leadership influence over business strategy, market expansion, and high-impact initiatives.
• Collaborative environment, professional development, and opportunity to contribute to organizational growth.