Business Development Lead

About the RoleTrivers is looking for a commercially driven Business Development & Customer Acquisition Lead to help grow our recruitment and executive search business in Saudi Arabia.This is a hands-on growth role with ownership of the full client cycle:Prospect → Discover → Propose → Close → Deliver → GrowYou will work directly with the Founder & CEO and collaborate with our recruiter network to build strong client relationships, win recruitment mandates, and expand Trivers' market presence.Key ResponsibilitiesBuild and manage a strong pipeline of prospective clients across Saudi Arabia.Develop relationships with CEOs, CHROs, Heads of Talent, and other senior decision-makers.Activate existing networks while continuously creating new business relationships.Lead client discovery meetings and identify recruitment and executive search opportunities.Develop tailored proposals and negotiate commercial agreements.Win retained search, contingency recruitment, and headhunting mandates.Work closely with recruiters to ensure high-quality and timely delivery.Develop repeat business, referrals, and strategic partnerships.Represent Trivers through networking, industry events, and LinkedIn thought leadership.Maintain disciplined tracking and reporting of pipeline, activities, opportunities, and client relationships.Priority IndustriesThe role will initially focus on high-growth sectors in Saudi Arabia, including:Real Estate & Development | Construction & Infrastructure | Entertainment & Events | Hospitality & Tourism | Technology & Digital | CybersecurityWho We're Looking ForYou may come from Recruitment, Executive Search, Business Development, Talent Acquisition, HR Consulting, Professional Services, or B2B Sales.We are particularly interested in someone who has:Strong knowledge of the Saudi market.An established network of business and decision-makers.Proven B2B business development experience.Confidence engaging senior executives.Strong commercial, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.An entrepreneurial and highly accountable mindset.Ability to work independently in a fast-moving environment.Strong Arabic and English communication skills.Recruitment or executive search experience is highly desirable, but strong business developers with relevant Saudi networks are also encouraged to apply.What Success Looks LikeSuccess means building a healthy client pipeline, converting relationships into recruitment mandates, developing repeat clients, creating strategic referral channels, and establishing Trivers as a trusted recruitment partner within our target sectors.Growth OpportunityThis role is designed to grow with the business.Strong performance can lead toward Business Development Director, territory ownership, and future team leadership & Managing Partner opportunities.Why Trivers?If you enjoy opening doors, building relationships, creating opportunities, and turning conversations into long-term business partnerships, we'd like to hear from you.Note: This is a commission based contract which can be converted to full time upon achieving the targeted milestones in 3-6 months.