Introduction

  • The Strategic Partnerships Manager is responsible for increasing the revenue stream from corporate clients by driving new growth opportunities to expand the portfolio of clients for custom-designed Executive Education programs in Saudi Arabia and the region.

What are you going to do 

  • Develop and execute effective sales strategies directed at new clients, including prospection, learning needs assessment, articulating education programs focused on outcome and impact, managing objections, closing contracts, and forecasting;

  • Draft business proposals and ensuing contracts;

  • Conduct client visits and presentations, working with the Dean, Faculty, and other staff as relevant throughout the client lifecycle;

  • Manage existing client portfolio and identify potential growth opportunities focusing on renewals, upselling, and cross-selling;

  • Manage and nurture relationships at multiple levels within client organizations in order to provide deeper levels of service and greater value to the client;

  • Attend program launches, closing ceremonies, Company events, professional and networking events as relevant to cultivate client relationships;

  • Work with the Head of Strategic Partnerships on program pricing and cost/profit models to ensure appropriate profit margins;

  • Monitor and manage revenue and program profitability. \

  • Identify clients' needs and work with Faculty to design pedagogical concepts with clear program objectives and a learning agenda that responds to client's business and organizational challenges;

  • Liaise with Operations during program development (confirming program dates, identifying and securing Program Director/Faculty, developing program materials…);

  • Ensure handover from business proposal to program delivery: brief Operations, problem solve where required, and maintain visibility on program delivery while retaining client relationship;

  • Continually strive to improve program proposals by integrating client feedback, designing/implementing innovations, and ensuring pedagogical objectives remain relevant;

  • Engage in regular client meetings to collect feedback to ensure high satisfaction levels.

Essential skills and knowledge

  • Master's degree in Business or related field
  • 8+ years of work experience, preferably in business development, sales, marketing, or consulting in a service industry
  • Knowledge and experience in Executive Education, Talent Management, L&D, and/or Leadership Development
  • Experience in the conception and design of corporate learning programs
  • Solid business acumen, ability to influence executive decisions
  • Excellent presentation and communication skills
  • Experience in writing, presenting and defending proposals
  • Ability to drive a consultative sales approach
  • Experience in developing financial proposals (pricing, cost/profit models)
  • Ability to get to "yes" while maintaining sales and organizational targets
  • Results-driven with strong customer focus and account management abilities
  • Ability to work under pressure and deliver on deadlines
  • Excellent command of English and Arabic; French is a plus
  • Highly proficient in Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and experience in CRM systems for lead/client management and forecasting (preferably Sales Force)
  • Flexibility to travel frequently and willingness to adapt working hours to business needs
  • Relevant experience in the Saudi Arabian market.
  • Candidates must currently be based in Saudi Arabia.

What we offer 

Job Offer

  • Salary:
    • Monthlyt salary in QAR Plus Allowance
  • Location:
    • Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
  • Duration:
    • Permanent Hire
  • Work Schedule:
    • Standard Office Time
  • Leave:
    • As per company policy

Closing: 04 December 2026

Are you the perfect match for this vacancy? Apply in 5 minutes and let's get in touch!

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Process of your application

Application process & contact

We will now begin examining your application: We will take a close look at your application documents and ask you for additional information if necessary. If your qualifications match our requirements, we will invite you to meet us for the first time.

Project discussion with our customer

If the introductory meeting goes well for you and us, we will arrange a meeting with the customer who has the perfect project for you. This gives you the opportunity to find out more about the customer and the project.

The decision

If you enjoyed the project discussion and the customer is also convinced of your expertise, we will ask you the final and decisive question: Do you want to get started at Brunel?

Introductory conversation with Brunel

In an introductory meeting, we would like to find out more about your interests, ambitions and professional developments. At the same time, we report on working at Brunel and provide information about all career opportunities and prospects.

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