Senior Associate – Business Development - Qatarization
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- Contribute to the development and execution of sector-specific and country-specific investment promotion strategies.
- Conduct outreach to international investors, business councils, and trade associations to present company’s value proposition.
- Support or lead participation in roadshows, conferences, exhibitions, and delegations to attract potential investors.
- Represent the company in local and international forums to promote cluster offerings and engage target markets (senior levels).
- Manage or support the lead generation process by identifying, qualifying, and tracking investment prospects.
- Coordinate follow-up with investors from initial contact to application, project evaluation, and deal negotiation.
- Collaborate with internal departments to ensure timely technical and legal review of investor projects.
- Develop pitch decks, proposals, and commercial offers tailored to investor needs (with increasing ownership at senior levels).
- Liaise with strategic international partners, representative offices, embassies, and Qatari government entities to support business development initiatives.
- Assist in maintaining active collaboration frameworks (MOUs) and strategic agreements with global counterparts.
- Channel feedback from investors to Strategy and Commercial teams to refine sector propositions and improve service offers.
- Coordinate with Public Affairs & Corporate Communications on the preparation of marketing content, pitch decks, and sector-specific materials.
- Ensure that all promotional materials are aligned with company’s messaging, branding, and sector priorities.
- Track outreach and campaign effectiveness through CRM tools and prepare progress reports.
- Conduct research and maintain updated knowledge of international and regional market trends, investor behavior, and sector developments.
- Maintain and manage the investor database, ensuring accurate and up-to-date records on lead status, actions, and next steps.
- Prepare regular reports on pipeline status, conversion progress, and business development KPIs.
Experience :
3–5 years with proven exposure to investment promotion or economic zones. Experience in investment promotion agencies and multinational business development is preferred.Fluency in English & Arabic; strong public speaking, negotiation, and presentation skills required.Proficiency in CRM tools and Microsoft Office Suite; knowledge of ERP systems is an advantage.Education and Certifications :
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, International Trade, or a related field.Seniority level
Mid-Senior levelEmployment type
Full-timeJob function
Business DevelopmentIndustries
Business Consulting and ServicesInternational Trade and DevelopmentInvestment ManagementEEO and equal opportunity statements apply where required by law.
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