Business Development Manager

**This role is based on-site in Abu Dhabi and you will need to live in Abu Dhabi also due to visa restrictions**We are now searching for a commercially driven Business Development Manager to grow a network of game and app developer partners. You will be responsible for owning the pipeline generation, outreach, contract negotiation, partner onboarding and account growth. You will also manage junior team members, track performance against KPIs and use AI, automation and creative strategies to build the pipeline.Required Experience ● 2+ years in business development, account management or developer relations● Proven experience building, managing and converting a commercial pipeline● Experience negotiating commercial terms and contracts● Experience owning outreach, meeting, onboarding and revenue KPIs● Strong pitching, negotiation and relationship management skills● Public speaking or industry event experienceResponsibilities ● Build and manage a strong developer partnership pipeline● Create outreach strategies across email, LinkedIn, events and referrals● Use AI and automation to improve prospecting, personalisation and follow-up● Identify creative and unique ways to generate new opportunities● Pitch the company and negotiate commercial terms and contracts● Close and onboard new developer partners● Coordinate partner integrations with product and engineering teams● Grow existing accounts through new formats, titles and optimisations● Manage junior team members and hold them accountable for KPIs● Maintain accurate CRM reporting and pipeline forecasts● Represent the company at events, conferences and panelsIf this role is of interest, please do apply here and send a copy of your CV to michael@levelupgaming.io and I will review and get back to you as quickly as possible.