Business Development Manager – Arabic Speaking

• Drive B2B business development through identification, acquisition, onboarding, and management of external business partners • Develop strategic partnerships with financial advisors, insurance intermediaries, brokers, and other relevant distribution partners • Expand Continental's partner network, increase market share, and drive profitable business growth across product lines • Build and manage relationships with EAMs, private banks, family offices, financial advisors and other distribution partners • Develop HNI/UHNI protection business, managing opportunities from partner engagement through onboarding and conversion • Drive revenue growth, manage the pipeline and coordinate with internal teams to deliver suitable client solutions • Work with a strong product suite, an experienced support team and opportunities for ongoing learning and professional development • Fluent in Arabic and English • At least 5-10 years' prior experience in an international insurance company, wealth management firm, or bank • Strong interpersonal skills, with good product knowledge • Goal focused and a great team player • Strong UAE market experience and an established professional network • Proven experience in business development, partnership acquisition, channel development, or intermediary management • Experience within insurance, financial services, wealth management, banking, or a related sector is preferred • Exposure to working with financial advisors, brokers, EAMs, private banks, family offices, or other distribution/intermediary channels is advantageous • Strong relationship management, negotiation, and business development capabilities • Ability to identify commercial opportunities and convert relationships into sustainable business partnerships • Strong communication and presentation skills in both Arabic and English • Existing UAE network and market relationships considered an advantage