What Jobs are available for Corporate Development in the United Arab Emirates?

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 05/14/2025

Our client is looking for a highly driven individual to join the Corporate Development team within the Strategy Function . The selected candidate will support the formulation and execution of the organization's long-term strategic goals. This position requires close collaboration across various verticals, including Strategic Planning, Corporate Performance, and Research & Economics. Key responsibilities include analyzing industry and sector trends, evaluating internal performance, identifying strategic opportunities, and contributing to enterprise-wide planning and decision-making efforts.

1. Strategic Analysis & Research:

• Lead and support in-depth analysis of key sectors, market trends, and peer/competitor performance (financial, operational, organizational).
• Generate insights on opportunities, threats, strengths, and weaknesses to inform business decisions and strategic planning.
• Work closely with the Corporate Performance team to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and assess alignment with strategic objectives.
• Conduct market and economic research to support the Research & Economics function.

1. Strategic Planning & Execution:

• Contribute to the development of long-term strategies, strategic roadmaps, and annual operating plans across business units.
• Ensure strategic plans are aligned with the company's mission, vision, and performance goals.
• Participate in the design and implementation of cross-functional strategic initiatives and transformation programs.

1. Reporting & Communication:

• Prepare clear, concise, and impactful reports and presentations for executive leadership on strategic topics, performance, and the business environment.
• Deliver regular updates on market developments, portfolio performance, and progress against strategic objectives.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across departments to gather data and insights necessary for strategic projects.

Partner/Managing Director, MENA

UAE-based (Dubai/Abu Dhabi)

Corporate Intelligence and Investigations firm is looking to build a market-leading MENA practice in the UAE.

They are seeking a Partner or Managing Director to lead client development and execute source-led enquiries supporting any deals and disputes their clients (law firms, private equity, sovereign wealth funds, governments, MNCs) may have.

Duties:

• Develop business and client relationships
• Advise clients
• Lead assignments
• Develop a source network in the region
• Manage a small high-performing team

Ideal background:

• 18–25+ years of experience
• Background in consulting, policy, law, investigations, intelligence
• Substantive Gulf/Middle East experience

Hiring Firm:

Corporate intelligence and investigations firm which legally obtains information and insights that are not publicly available through a human source network, supporting corporates, lawyers, and investors globally across all sectors.

The firm provides intelligence to support all transactions: acquisitions, divestments, minority stakes, joint ventures, market entry/exit etc., and to support disputes by filling information gaps and providing insights to debunks claims, identify fabrications, profile witnesses, and identify evidence.

Their analysts provide intelligence on:

• People: integrity, reputation, fraud, corruption, bribery, political exposure
• Entities: sanctions compliance, supply chain integrity, human rights, and modern slavery
• Markets: geopolitical risk, regulatory risk, market entry

SLOANE | SHOREY

Strategic advisor on leadership appointments and specialist hires across the risk lifecycle: supporting due diligence, regulation, and dispute resolution in international business and investments.

Sloane Shorey Consulting is an independent executive search and recruitment firm which works with global consulting firms, financial institutions, and private investment funds, delivering confidential searches and discreet hires in corporate intelligence, forensic investigations, and regulatory advisory.

Sloane Shorey is a Ministry of Manpower Licensed Employment Agency: EA License 20S0307

Partner/Managing Director, MENA

UAE-based (Dubai/Abu Dhabi)

Corporate Intelligence and Investigations firm is looking to build a market-leading MENA practice in the UAE.

They are seeking a Partner or Managing Director to lead client development and execute source-led enquiries supporting any deals and disputes their clients (law firms, private equity, sovereign wealth funds, governments, MNCs) may have.

Duties:

• Develop business and client relationships
• Advise clients
• Lead assignments
• Develop a source network in the region
• Manage a small high-performing team

Ideal background:

• 18–25+ years of experience
• Background in consulting, policy, law, investigations, intelligence
• Substantive Gulf/Middle East experience

Hiring Firm:

Corporate intelligence and investigations firm which legally obtains information and insights that are not publicly available through a human source network, supporting corporates, lawyers, and investors globally across all sectors.

The firm provides intelligence to support all transactions: acquisitions, divestments, minority stakes, joint ventures, market entry/exit etc., and to support disputes by filling information gaps and providing insights to debunks claims, identify fabrications, profile witnesses, and identify evidence.

Their analysts provide intelligence on:

• People: integrity, reputation, fraud, corruption, bribery, political exposure
• Entities: sanctions compliance, supply chain integrity, human rights, and modern slavery
• Markets: geopolitical risk, regulatory risk, market entry

SLOANE | SHOREY

Strategic advisor on leadership appointments and specialist hires across the risk lifecycle: supporting due diligence, regulation, and dispute resolution in international business and investments.

Sloane Shorey Consulting is an independent executive search and recruitment firm which works with global consulting firms, financial institutions, and private investment funds, delivering confidential searches and discreet hires in corporate intelligence, forensic investigations, and regulatory advisory.

Sloane Shorey is a Ministry of Manpower Licensed Employment Agency: EA License 20S0307

We are conducting an executive search on behalf of a leading UAE-based investment platform to appoint a Chief Investment Officer (CIO). This senior role offers a rare opportunity to lead global and regional investment strategy for a high-impact, diversified platform operating across sectors including private equity, M&A and structured finance. As CIO, you will oversee the end-to-end investment lifecycle—from origination and execution through to portfolio optimisation and exits. This is a strategic role for a proven investment leader ready to drive capital deployment and long-term value creation.

• Define and implement a scalable investment strategy aligned with business growth goals.
• Lead capital allocation, cross-border M&A transactions, and structured finance activities.
• Oversee joint venture performance and strategic investor partnerships.
• Build investment governance, capital planning, and decision-making frameworks.

• Originate and lead complex investment deals (including private equity, venture capital and strategic acquisitions).
• Supervise due diligence, valuation models, and financial structuring.
• Maximise portfolio value through performance tracking, risk analysis, and exit planning.
• Drive post-investment value creation with strategic oversight.

• Develop senior relationships with sovereign wealth funds, investment banks, and global financial partners.
• Act as the executive representative at global forums and investor summits.
• Deliver real-time market analysis to inform board and C-suite decisions.

• Implement robust investment risk frameworks and ensure legal/regulatory compliance.
• Lead internal governance across reporting, controls, and operational transparency.

• Demonstrated success in investment banking, asset management, private equity, or corporate finance.
• Leadership experience running high-performing, cross-functional investment teams.
• Strong technical capability in financial modelling, valuation, and risk management.
• Experience working in international markets and managing high-growth portfolios.

Hanson Search is a leading talent advisory and executive search B Corp consultancy with consultants based across the UAE , UK, USA, and Europe. We specialise in business-critical roles that drive revenue, reputation, and risk, with dedicated teams in Communications, Government Relations, Financial Communications, Investor Relations , Public Affairs, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Sustainability & Social and C-Suite Recruitment. Please click here to find out about more about Hanson Search .

5th Floor, Building A1, Business Park, Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Join a vibrant and innovative team, working within an organization that values independence, flexibility and personal growth. You will be dealing with Mid-Market and Corporate companies in the MENA regionfrom different sectors everyday.

Your role will be a mix of networking, qualifying, pitching, and problem-solving, as you build lasting relationships with businesses from different industries and leverage your natural charm and charisma to win them over.

To succeed in this role, you should have a passion for sales, deep business knowledge and a knack for problem-solving. You should also have excellent communication skills, an outgoing personality, and a willingness to learn and grow with our team.

If you are looking for a position where you will value your experience in IT and use your analytical and sales skills to advise large companies, then this is for you!

Your responsibilities include:

• Develop relationships and build trust with clients
• Proven outbound sales experience and leading full sales cycle
• Outbound reach and cold calling experience
• Understand client needs and provide tailored solutions to help them grow their businesses
• Attend networking events, conferences, and trade shows to build your professional network
• Collaborate with marketing and product teams to drive growth and revenue
• Develop relationships and build trust with clients

What's great in the job?

• Perfect position between Consulting and Sales
• A new department where you will be encouraged to contribute with your ideas
• Manage full sales cycle and ensure implementation's success through regular follow-up with internal team and customer
• Strategic projects for large companies with potential international deployment
• Learning experience where you will develop expertise in various industries

Bachelors degree in a related field Relevant sales experience (B2B) Fluent in English & Arabic (Verbal and Written)

Strong communications skills

Interest in IT and software

Able to relocate to Dubai, UAE

You are able to work in a fast-paced start-up environment with a hands-on attitude

You are open-minded and can react to change with agility

You are a quick and autonomous learner

You have an entrepreneur mindset and are not afraid to take appropriate initiatives

Willing to contribute to great company culture

The sales floor is young (average age is 27), international and fun. Several activities are often organized all over the year such as weekly sport sessions, team building events, monthly drink and much more!

• A full-time position with an attractive salary package
• Advanced training sessions: functional and sales training sessions
  
• An international and flexible company with offices Belgium, Luxembourg, San Francisco, New-York, India, Hong Kong
  
• Real responsibilities, challenges and a fast evolving company
• A fun and hard working environment where each employee has a chance to see the impact of his work and make a real contribution of the success of the company

As an employee of our company, you will collaborate with each department to create and deploy disruptive products. Come work at a growing company that offers great benefits with opportunities to move forward and learn alongside accomplished leaders. We're seeking an experienced and outstanding member of staff.

This position is both creative and rigorous by nature; you need to think outside the box. We expect the candidate to be proactive and have a "get it done" spirit. To be successful, you will need solid problem-solving skills.

• Customer Relationship
• Personal Evolution
• Autonomy
• Administrative Work
• Technical Expertise

• Lead the entire sales cycle
• Achieve monthly sales objectives
• Qualify customer needs
• Negotiate contracts
• Master demos of our software

• Bachelor's Degree or higher
• Passion for software products
• Highly creative and autonomous
• Valid work permit for Belgium

• Experience in writing online content
• Additional language skills
• Strong analytical skills

• Great team of smart people, in a friendly and open culture
• No unnecessary managers, no complicated tools, flexible working hours
• No waste in enterprise processes; real responsibilities and autonomy
• Expand your knowledge across various business industries
• Create content to help our users daily
• Real responsibilities and challenges in a fast-evolving company

Each employee can see the impact of their work and make a real contribution to the company's success.
Activities include weekly sports sessions, team-building events, monthly socials, and more.

This is a full-time position with an attractive salary package.

12 days/year, including 6 days of your choice.

Play any sport with colleagues; the bill is covered.

DWF Labs is the new generation Web3 investor and market maker, one of the world's largest high-frequency cryptocurrency trading entities, which trades spot and derivatives markets on over 60 top exchanges.

This is a remote role based in UTC+4 - UTC+8

• Conduct market and competitor research to identify new partnership opportunities and trends.
• Assist with outreach and lead generation efforts, following up with prospects and tracking engagement progress.
• Coordinate meetings, calls, and documentation flow across internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintain an organized database, update pipelines, and ensure accurate reporting on leads and deals.
• Provide ongoing post-deal support to ensure smooth onboarding and strong partner relationships.

• At least 2 years experience in crypto / web3 in a BD or relevant scope
• Self-driven and proactive to be able to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Highly meticulous and detail oriented especially in managing scheduling and calendars
• Previous experience with Hubspot will be an added advantage

Dubai, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 02/14/2025

TLG Global is a fast-growing company, expanding its presence in Portugal and beyond. In just one year, our immigration and investment services have successfully assisted over 350 applicants . Now, we are taking our successful business model to the next level and expanding our operations!

What we expect from you:

• Promote our immigration and investment solutions in Dubai and other international markets .
• Identify and acquire new clients and business opportunities.
• Support and guide clients, answering questions and providing consultations.
• Build and maintain relationships with key partners and stakeholders.
• Travel for meetings and events to represent the company and grow the client base.
  

• Minimum 5 years of experience in B2B sales or business development .
• Mandatory experience or knowledge in business immigration .
• Strong network and existing client base in the immigration and investment sector is a major plus .
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Willingness to travel and always be available for potential clients and partners.
  

Career growth and professional development.

Supportive and collaborative team culture.