The Business Development Manager will drive the growth and expansion of two business divisions:

1. Cricket Academy – expanding partnerships with schools, sponsors, and corporate clients.

2. Trading & Contracting Divison – identifying and securing maintenance, fit-out, and small construction contracts, as well as exploring new trading and investment opportunities.

This role is both strategic and hands-on — ideal for a self-driven professional who can open new markets, build partnerships, and deliver measurable business results.

Key Responsibilities

A. For the Cricket Academy

• Build partnerships with schools, universities, and sports clubs to offer cricket training programs.

• Identify and secure sponsorships for tournaments and academy events.

• Organize cricket tournaments, holiday camps, and promotional events.

• Develop relationships with corporate clients for team-building cricket programs.

• Assist in brand building through marketing campaigns and social media collaborations.

• Identify and negotiate access to new playgrounds or grounds for academy expansion.

B. For the Trading & Contracting division

• Identify, approach, and win small to medium-sized maintenance, fit-out, and renovation projects.

• Build relationships with facility management companies, real estate firms, and small developers.

• Source and submit quotations/tenders for small contracting works.

• Explore trading opportunities in sports equipment, protective gear, uniforms, and related items.

• Research and recommend new business investment ideas (e.g., retail, service, or sports-related ventures).

C. General / Strategic

• Develop and maintain a client and opportunity pipeline (CRM or Excel).

• Prepare proposals, presentations, and company profiles for client meetings.

• Attend business meetings, exhibitions, and networking events to promote company services.

• Prepare periodic reports to management on business development progress.

• Achieve revenue, partnership, and project acquisition targets as agreed.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or related field.

• 3–6 years of experience in business development, sales, or client relations in Qatar.

• Experience in sports, education, contracting, or facilities management is a strong advantage.

• Proven record of achieving sales or partnership targets.

• Valid Qatar Driving License (mandatory).

• Excellent communication and presentation skills in English (Arabic is a plus).

Personal Attributes

• Proactive, self-motivated, and results-oriented.

• Confident negotiator and communicator.

• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Creative and strategic thinker — capable of identifying new revenue streams.

• Professional appearance and conduct.

Skills

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or related field.

• 3–6 years of experience in business development, sales, or client relations in Qatar.

• Experience in sports, education, contracting, or facilities management is a strong advantage.

• Proven record of achieving sales or partnership targets.

• Valid Qatar Driving License (mandatory).

• Excellent communication and presentation skills in English (Arabic is a plus).

Personal Attributes

• Proactive, self-motivated, and results-oriented.

• Confident negotiator and communicator.

• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.

• Creative and strategic thinker — capable of identifying new revenue streams.

• Professional appearance and conduct.