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Business Set Up Advisor

Innovation City · Ras al-Khaimah, United Arab Emirates

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Innovation City is a dynamic business and innovation ecosystem in Ras Al Khaimah, supporting entrepreneurs, startups and businesses across a range of industries.As we continue to grow our business community, we are looking for a commercially driven Business Set-Up Advisor to support clients through their company formation journey while driving license sales and revenue growth.Role OverviewThe Business Set-Up Advisor will manage a portfolio of clients and consultants, providing expert advice on the most suitable company formation and licensing solutions based on each client’s business requirements.This is a highly sales-focused role requiring strong knowledge of UAE business setup, particularly Free Zone company formation, alongside a proven ability to convert opportunities into successful deals and consistently achieve sales targets.Key ResponsibilitiesManage a portfolio of prospective and existing clients, consultants and B2B accounts.Advise clients on the most suitable business setup, licensing and company formation options based on their activities and requirements.Manage the full sales cycle from initial consultation and lead qualification through to conversion and license issuance.Achieve and exceed monthly license sales and revenue targets.Build strong relationships with clients and consultants to generate repeat business and referrals.Manage B2B accounts related to business setup, legal, accounting and associated services.Coordinate with Compliance and Sales Administration teams to collect and process documentation required for license applications.Keep clients informed throughout the application process and proactively address any issues or delays.Provide clear guidance on setup requirements, costs, timelines and processes.Identify opportunities to upsell and cross-sell relevant business services.Maintain accurate and up-to-date sales activity and client information within the CRM.Attend networking events, exhibitions and industry events to promote Innovation City and generate new business opportunities.Support the development of marketing materials, promotions and digital content based on market and customer insights.Maintain strong awareness of UAE company formation regulations, market trends and competitor offerings.RequirementsBachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification.Minimum 3 years of demonstrated sales experience within UAE business setup or company formation, preferably within a Free Zone.Strong knowledge of company formation, licensing and business setup processes in the UAE.Proven track record of converting leads into successful deals and achieving or exceeding sales and revenue targets.Strong sales, negotiation and closing skills.Excellent communication, listening and relationship-management skills.Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple clients and applications simultaneously.Proficiency in CRM systems and sales administration.Excellent written and spoken English.Ideal CandidateCommercially driven and highly target-oriented.Confident advising and influencing clients.Strong relationship builder with a consultative sales approach.Customer-focused with a high level of ownership and follow-through.Existing network within the UAE business setup or corporate services market would be an advantage.Additional languages would be an advantage.