Senior Business Development Manager

We’re Hiring: Senior Business Development Manager - Global Brand PartnershipsEncore is looking for an experienced Senior Business Development Manager to lead the development of strategic partnerships with major international brands.We are looking for someone with a strong background in business development and brand partnerships who understands how to open doors, build relationships with senior decision-makers, and turn conversations into high-value commercial collaborations.A strong existing network within global brands and international companies will be a significant advantage.Key Responsibilities— Identify and develop partnership opportunities with major international brands— Build relationships with senior decision-makers, including CMOs, Marketing Directors, Brand Directors and Partnership Leads— Leverage your existing professional network to generate introductions and new business opportunities— Lead communication and negotiations from the first contact through commercial proposal and deal closure— Work closely with our strategy and creative teams to develop tailored partnership opportunities for potential partners— Build and manage a pipeline of high-value international deals— Develop long-term relationships with brands and strategic partners— Represent Encore in meetings and negotiations with potential partnersRequirements— 5+ years of experience in business development, partnerships or senior B2B sales— Proven experience working with major international brands— Strong existing network of senior contacts within global brands is highly preferred— Experience in marketing, advertising, media, entertainment, sponsorships, brand partnerships, luxury or related industries— Track record of developing and closing high-value commercial partnerships— Strong negotiation and presentation skills— Ability to communicate confidently with C-level and senior executives— Excellent relationship-building and networking skills— Fluent English; additional languages are a plus— International mindset and experience working across different marketsWhat We Offer— Opportunity to work on large-scale international projects and global brand partnerships— Access to ambitious projects across marketing, media, entertainment, content and special activations— Strong support from Encore’s strategy, creative, production, PR and marketing teams— High level of autonomy and direct influence on business development— Flexible and international work format— Different cooperation models depending on experience and network: fixed compensation or fixed + performance-based commission— Strong earning potential linked to successfully closed partnershipsWe are particularly interested in candidates who already have direct relationships with global brands and know how to turn those relationships into meaningful commercial opportunities.If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.Send us your CV and a short introduction about your experience and professional network at info@encore-mena.com