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: December 04, 2026

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Vacancy reference: CR-307630

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Corporate recruiter

Abraham Rajakumar

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