1 929 Director Of Strategic Partnerships jobs in Saudi Arabia

Introduction

VirtuCruit is seeking a Business Development Director to spearhead partnerships and market expansion for a groundbreaking automotive platform in Riyadh.

Role Overview

The BD Director will identify and secure partnerships across the mobility ecosystem, ensuring the platform establishes a strong presence with strategic alliances.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and secure strategic partnerships across dealers, banks, insurers.
• Build and execute the partnership development strategy.
• Negotiate high-value commercial agreements.
• Explore JV opportunities with regional and global players.
• Monitor partnership performance and ROI.

Qualifications & Experience

• 12+ years in business development.
• Strong network in KSA automotive and mobility sectors.
• Proven ability to negotiate and close high-value deals.

What This Role Offers

The opportunity to define the ecosystem strategy of a pioneering mobility platform.

Automotive Offers Strategic Partnerships Deals Partnerships Strategy Business Development Business

Overview

VirtuCruit | Business Development Director - Strategic Partnerships

VirtuCruit is seeking a Business Development Director to spearhead partnerships and market expansion for a groundbreaking automotive platform in Riyadh.

The BD Director will identify and secure partnerships across the mobility ecosystem, ensuring the platform establishes a strong presence with strategic alliances.

• Identify and secure strategic partnerships across dealers, banks, insurers.
• Build and execute the partnership development strategy.
• Negotiate high-value commercial agreements.
• Explore JV opportunities with regional and global players.
• Monitor partnership performance and ROI.

• 12+ years in business development.
• Strong network in KSA automotive and mobility sectors.
• Proven ability to negotiate and close high-value deals.

The opportunity to define the ecosystem strategy of a pioneering mobility platform.

VirtuCruit is seeking a Business Development Director to spearhead partnerships and market expansion for a groundbreaking automotive platform in Riyadh.

The BD Director will identify and secure partnerships across the mobility ecosystem, ensuring the platform establishes a strong presence with strategic alliances.

• Identify and secure strategic partnerships across dealers, banks, insurers.
• Build and execute the partnership development strategy.
• Negotiate high-value commercial agreements.
• Explore JV opportunities with regional and global players.
• Monitor partnership performance and ROI.

• 12+ years in business development.
• Strong network in KSA automotive and mobility sectors.
• Proven ability to negotiate and close high-value deals.

The opportunity to define the ecosystem strategy of a pioneering mobility platform.

Introduction

VirtuCruit is seeking a Business Development Director to spearhead partnerships and market expansion for a groundbreaking automotive platform in Riyadh.

Role Overview

The BD Director will identify and secure partnerships across the mobility ecosystem, ensuring the platform establishes a strong presence with strategic alliances.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and secure strategic partnerships across dealers, banks, insurers.
• Build and execute the partnership development strategy.
• Negotiate high-value commercial agreements.
• Explore JV opportunities with regional and global players.
• Monitor partnership performance and ROI.

Qualifications & Experience

• 12+ years in business development.
• Strong network in KSA automotive and mobility sectors.
• Proven ability to negotiate and close high-value deals.

What This Role Offers

The opportunity to define the ecosystem strategy of a pioneering mobility platform.

Automotive Offers Strategic Partnerships Deals Partnerships Strategy Business Development Business

Overview

VirtuCruit | Business Development Director - Strategic Partnerships

VirtuCruit is seeking a Business Development Director to spearhead partnerships and market expansion for a groundbreaking automotive platform in Riyadh.

The BD Director will identify and secure partnerships across the mobility ecosystem, ensuring the platform establishes a strong presence with strategic alliances.

• Identify and secure strategic partnerships across dealers, banks, insurers.
• Build and execute the partnership development strategy.
• Negotiate high-value commercial agreements.
• Explore JV opportunities with regional and global players.
• Monitor partnership performance and ROI.

• 12+ years in business development.
• Strong network in KSA automotive and mobility sectors.
• Proven ability to negotiate and close high-value deals.

The opportunity to define the ecosystem strategy of a pioneering mobility platform.

Uptime Institute Data Center Academy: KSA

The Uptime Institute Data Center Academy: KSA, provides industry leading training and development opportunities, linked to employment for Saudi Nationals within the rapidly growing Data Center sector. The academy works with leading universities and colleges to connect candidates with employers to provide a combination of industry leading education, assessment and on the job training, providing a pipeline of new talent to help fuel the growth of the sector within the Kingdom.

This role reports directly to the VP of Education Program Management and works in close partnership with the Director of Curriculum & Academic Operations. Together, these roles provide integrated leadership across the Academy, balancing commercial sustainability with academic excellence.

Role Summary

We are seeking a relationship-driven and strategically minded leader to serve as Director of Strategic Partnerships. This role is responsible for building and managing the employer, institutional, and government relationships that enable the Academy to thrive. The Director will oversee the commercial, government, and external-facing aspects of the Academy, including employer partnerships, institutional collaboration, and funding compliance, while working closely with the Director of Curriculum & Academic Operations to ensure programs are academically sound, commercially sustainable, and aligned with partner needs and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Employer & Institutional Partnerships

• Lead the development of employer partnerships to secure hiring opportunities for graduates.
• Manage relationships with universities, colleges, and feeder institutions, in collaboration with the Director of Curriculum & Academic Operations, to ensure candidate quality and program fit.
• Oversee the commercial terms and onboarding of new employer partners, while the Director of Curriculum & Academic Operations ensures academic alignment.
• Jointly represent the Academy with the Director of Curriculum & Academic Operations at stakeholder meetings, forums, and industry events.
• Take responsibility for employer and partner satisfaction, ensuring issues are addressed promptly and expectations are met.
• Ensure all graduates receive a timely job offer for HRDF funding requirements
• Monitor and track revenue against targets

Government Relations & Compliance

• Serve as the primary liaison with the Human Resources Development Fund (HRDF), responsible for funding compliance and reporting.
• Lead the commercial aspects of licensing and registration with authorities, while the Director of Curriculum & Academic Operations ensures academic compliance.
• Monitor changes in policy, regulation, and funding; collaborate with the Director of Curriculum & Academic Operations to align academic structures to national priorities.
• Work jointly with the Director of Curriculum & Academic Operations to ensure clarity of responsibilities for government engagement, with this role leading on commercial and funding compliance.

Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting

• Report to leadership on commercial and partnership performance, coordinating with the Director of Curriculum & Academic Operations to integrate academic outcomes.
• Develop and maintain joint feedback mechanisms with employers, government, and academic partners to inform both commercial and academic improvements.
• Ensure high partner satisfaction by proactively managing expectations and resolving issues in coordination with the Director of Curriculum & Academic Operations.
• Collaborate with the Director of Curriculum & Academic Operations to align external partner feedback with learner outcomes, ensuring a single integrated system of reporting

Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional relationship management and partnership-building skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and negotiation capability.
• Knowledge of Saudi workforce development funding, particularly HRDF.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills (Arabic & English).
• Ability to work in a joint-leadership model, ensuring alignment with the Director of Curriculum & Academic Operations on shared responsibilities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Policy, Education Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in partnerships, workforce development, or government relations in KSA.
• Proven experience with employer engagement and HRDF compliance.

As the Director of Strategic Partnerships & Influencer Marketing, you will be responsible for leading and overseeing the talent division, ensuring that both segments of the business (Talent Management, and Brand Partnerships) are growing and meeting targets.

You will be leading the team across all markets and play a pivotal role in developing strategies for key talents and securing high profile partnerships.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Talent Strategy & Management

• Develop and implement
  comprehensive talent strategies
  , ensuring effective management and growth of talent portfolios.
• Oversee
  key talents,
  shaping their strategy, branding, and business opportunities to enhance their market presence.
• Guide and mentor the talent management team, ensuring they meet performance expectations and deliver results.
• Identify, recruit, and manage
  high-profile brand partnerships
  , aligning with business objectives.
• Provide consultation on
  profiling
  , ensuring key talents are maximising PR opportunities in the region and on a global scale.

Business Development & Client Acquisition

• Develop and maintain strong relationships
  with potential clients, brand partners, and key industry stakeholders.
• Scout and sign
  new, high-potential talents
  , tracking their growth, reach, and engagement for strategic partnerships.
• Lead the
  procurement of new business
  by collaborating with the marketing and design teams to build compelling pitch decks.
• Drive revenue growth
  by acquiring new clients and securing brand deals that align with Ego & East's vision.
• Negotiate contracts and manage budgets to ensure
  ROI optimization
  while maximizing the impact of investments.

Team Leadership & Performance Management

• Manage a team, providing clear direction, mentorship, and support to ensure effective execution of talent strategies and management.
• Establish and maintain
  structured processes and workflows
  , ensuring all division managers operate efficiently and consistently.
• Compile and oversee
  quarterly status reports
  , tracking the progress and analyzing performance trends.
• Work closely with senior leadership to ensure that the talent division contributes to the company's growth objectives.

Industry Insights & Innovation

• Stay up to date with
  industry trends, best practices, and emerging opportunities
  to continuously enhance the talent division strategy.
• Identify and develop relationships with
  relevant KOL's
  from the industry to pursue future business leads.
• Represent the company in
  industry events and networking opportunities
  to strengthen its presence in the market.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree
  in a relevant field.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience
  in Talent Management/Digital Marketing.
• Experience in the Fashion & Luxury industry is a must
  .
• Fluent in
  English
  ;
  Arabic is a plus
  .

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Excellent communication skills
  , both verbal and written.
• Strong
  social skills
  for attending events, meetings, and networking.
• Negotiation skills
  to secure deals and partnerships.
• Excellent organizational skills
  with the ability to multitask effectively.
• Strategic planning
  capabilities to drive long-term talent and business growth.
• Strong connections
  with media, influencers, and key industry stakeholders.
• Leadership skills
  to guide and mentor a high-performing team.
• Creativity
  in developing innovative talent strategies and brand collaborations.

If you're interested, please send your CV to

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Bachelor of Business Administration (Management)

Nationality: Any Nationality

Vacancy: 1 Vacancy

Overview:
We are seeking a proactive and relationship-driven Relationship Management Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will be at the heart of building and maintaining long-term partnerships that drive mutual growth for Unipal and its partners. By understanding partner needs and delivering tailored solutions, you will play a key role in enhancing value, fostering engagement, and ensuring sustained success.

1. Build and maintain strong, long-term partnerships with clients across diverse industries.
2. Communicate Unipal's value proposition effectively, identifying opportunities for mutual growth.
3. Take ownership of partner relationships, proactively resolving issues and supporting partner growth.
4. Identify and execute upselling and cross-selling opportunities to increase partner engagement.
5. Maintain and update partner data in the CRM system, ensuring accurate reporting on relationship performance and growth.
6. Develop creative and customized solutions to enhance partner marketing and engagement efforts.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• 0-2 years of experience in Relationship Management, Business Development, or Client Success.
• Native Arabic speaker with fluency in English.
• Familiarity with CRM systems, basic data analytics, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong communication, active listening, and negotiation skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.

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• Dammam/Khobar/Eastern Province - Saudi Arabia

Overview

We are seeking a proactive and relationship-driven Relationship Management Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will be at the heart of building and maintaining long-term partnerships that drive mutual growth for Unipal and its partners. By understanding partner needs and delivering tailored solutions, you will play a key role in enhancing value, fostering engagement, and ensuring sustained success.

• Build and maintain strong, long-term partnerships with clients across diverse industries.
• Communicate Unipal’s value proposition effectively, identifying opportunities for mutual growth.
• Take ownership of partner relationships, proactively resolving issues and supporting partner growth.
• Identify and execute upselling and cross-selling opportunities to increase partner engagement.
• Maintain and update partner data in the CRM system, ensuring accurate reporting on relationship performance and growth.
• Develop creative and customized solutions to enhance partner marketing and engagement efforts.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• 0–2 years of experience in Relationship Management, Business Development, or Client Success.
• Native Arabic speaker with fluency in English.
• Familiarity with CRM systems, basic data analytics, and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong communication, active listening, and negotiation skills.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.