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Business Development Executive

Company: FIVE ATELIERS

Location: Dubai, UAE

Department: Business Development / Sales

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

FIVE ATELIERS is seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented Business Development Executive to identify new business opportunities, develop strong client relationships, and generate sales for the company’s interior design, joinery, and related project services.

The ideal candidate should have strong knowledge of the UAE market, excellent communication and negotiation skills, and the ability to develop business opportunities from initial contact through project award.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within the UAE market.
• Generate leads through networking, referrals, cold calling, market research, and industry contacts.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, developers, architects, designers, and other key stakeholders.
• Promote FIVE ATELIERS’ interior design, joinery, and project-related services.
• Arrange and attend client meetings, site visits, presentations, and business development meetings.
• Understand client requirements and coordinate with the internal design, estimation, and project teams to prepare suitable proposals.
• Prepare and submit quotations, commercial proposals, and presentations in coordination with relevant departments.
• Follow up on submitted quotations and negotiate commercial terms to secure projects.
• Maintain an updated pipeline of leads, prospects, quotations, and ongoing opportunities.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and potential business opportunities.
• Develop strategies to achieve individual and company sales targets.
• Maintain regular communication with existing clients to generate repeat business and referrals.
• Attend industry events, exhibitions, networking meetings, and other business development activities.
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions, opportunities, and sales activities.
• Ensure professional representation of FIVE ATELIERS at all times.
• Coordinate with management and internal departments to ensure smooth handover of confirmed projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales, Interior Design, or a related field is preferred.
• 2–5 years of experience in business development or sales in the UAE, preferably within interior design, joinery, fit-out, construction, or related industries.
• Strong existing network within the UAE construction, interior design, hospitality, or real estate sector is an advantage.
• Proven track record of generating leads and converting opportunities into business.
• Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong knowledge of the UAE business environment and market.
• Ability to work independently and meet sales targets.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office and CRM/business development tools.
• UAE driving license is an advantage.
• Candidates who are available to join immediately are preferred.