Job description
Job Description
On behalf of a leading recruitment partner in Dubai, PolyTALENT is seeking an experienced Director / Business Development Manager in the field of Executive Search & Headhunting.
The role focuses on establishing and expanding the business in the UAE: winning new clients, developing long-term partnerships, building and leading a team, and positioning the company as a trusted Executive Search partner. The partner supports companies in the UAE by recruiting highly qualified professionals and executives from Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
Benefits
Attractive compensation package: competitive base salary plus performance-based bonuses & growth incentives
Strategic impact: play a key role in building and shaping the Dubai operation
Innovative infrastructure: access to modern recruitment technologies (AI-supported pre qualification & automation)
Unique market niche: connecting UAE businesses with top DACH talent(Germany, Austria, Switzerland)
Relocation support: assistance with visa and onboarding in Dubai
Flexibility: hybrid working options after successful onboarding
Career growth: direct influence on strategy, expansion, and leadership development
Responsibilities
Drive new client acquisition and sustainable growth of the UAE customer portfolio
Develop and implement a go-to-market strategy for recruitment and executive search services
Manage the sales pipeline including forecasting, KPIs, and target achievement
Build, lead, and coach a business development team
Collaborate closely with recruitment specialists to ensure fast and accurate placements
Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and networking platforms in Dubai/GCC
Conduct ongoing market and competitor analysis to identify new opportunities
Profile
Must-haves:
Proven track record in B2B sales with strong results in C-level deal closing
Leadership experience in building and managing teams
Fluent English skills (written & spoken)
Entrepreneurial mindset, self-motivation, and drive to establish a strong market presence in the UAE
Background in Recruitment / HR / Executive Search
Nice-to-have:
Experience with success-based business models in professional services
Existing network in the UAE or GCC region
B2 german skills (written & spoken)
Application
Are you ready to take the lead and shape the growth of a recruitment business in Dubai?
Send your CV (in English or German) and a brief track record of achievements(deals, KPIs, team leadership) to bewerbung@polytalent.de.
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