✨ AI Summary
KAF is seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager for their Events department in Abu Dhabi. The role involves driving partnerships, sponsorships, and new business within the events and experiences sector. The ideal candidate will lead client conversations from pitch to contract, identify growth opportunities, build long-term client relationships, and consistently achieve revenue targets. A proven background in events, activations, or experiential marketing, coupled with a strong commercial acumen and excellent communication skills, is essential.
Requirements
Proven experience in events, activations, or experiential marketing with a strong commercial mindset and a track record of closing deals. Must be a confident communicator who understands execution and can build long-term client relationships to hit revenue targets.
Description
We're looking for a sharp Business Development Manager who understands live events, knows how to sell experiences (not just decks), and can turn conversations into signed deals.What you'll do:Drive partnerships, sponsorships, and new business across events and experiencesLead client conversations from first pitch to contract closeIdentify growth opportunities and build long term client relationshipsIdentify and pursue new business opportunities in the events spaceBring clients on board and manage the sales process from pitch to signed contractBuild long term relationships to secure repeat businessHit and exceed revenue targets consistentlyWhat we're looking for:Proven experience in events, activations, or experiential marketingStrong commercial mindset with a track record of closingConfident communicator who can represent the brand in the roomSomeone who understands execution, not just salesIf you know the events industry and can deliver results, we want to talk.