Business Development Manager – Middle East Government

6 Days ago • 5 Years +

Job Summary

Job Description

The Business Development Manager – Middle East Government will be responsible for identifying, developing, and closing business opportunities within the region. This role requires a strong understanding of government procurement processes, excellent relationship-building skills, and the ability to navigate complex international markets. Key responsibilities include identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, building and managing a sales pipeline, developing knowledge of government procurement policies, representing the company at industry events, collaborating with internal teams, preparing proposals, and cultivating relationships with stakeholders.
Must have:
  • 5+ years of business development or sales experience.
  • Proven track record of meeting sales targets in B2G sales.
  • Deep understanding of government procurement processes.
  • Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
  • Ability to travel internationally as needed.
  • Fluency in English is required.
Good to have:
  • Experience working across multiple regions (e.g., EMEA).
  • Additional language(s) proficiency.
Perks:
  • Work on impactful projects with governments around the world.
  • Be part of a mission-driven organization.
  • Competitive salary and commission structure.
  • Dynamic, international work environment with growth opportunities.

Job Details

Company Overview:  
About SS8 Networks: As a leader in Lawful and Location Intelligence, SS8 helps make societies safer. Our commitment is to extract, analyze, and visualize the critical intelligence that gives law enforcement, intelligence agencies, and emergency services the real-time insights that help save lives. Our high-performance, flexible, and future-proof solutions also enable mobile network operators to achieve regulatory compliance with minimum disruption, time, and cost. SS8 is trusted by the largest government agencies, communications providers, and systems integrators globally.  
 
Job Title: Business Development Manager – Middle East Government

Location: Dubai, Saudi Arabia, Qatar

Department: Sales / Business Development

Employment Type: Full-time
 
Role Overview:
The Business Development Manager – Middle East Government will be responsible for identifying, developing, and closing business opportunities within the region. This role requires a strong understanding of government procurement processes, excellent relationship-building skills, and the ability to navigate complex international markets.
 
Key Responsibilities: 
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities with government agencies in key customers within the region.
  • Build and manage a robust sales pipeline and deliver against quarterly and annual bookings targets.
  • Develop deep knowledge of government procurement policies, bidding processes, and compliance requirements.
  • Represent the company at industry events, trade shows, and government meetings.
  • Collaborate closely with internal teams including product, marketing, legal, and operations to develop and tailor offerings to meet the unique needs of government customers.
  • Prepare detailed proposals, presentations, and RFI/RFP responses.
  • Cultivate long-term strategic relationships with key government stakeholders, partners, and consultants.
  • Monitor industry trends and competitor activities to inform go-to-market strategies.
     Qualifications: 
    • 5+ years of business development, sales, or account management experience selling to international governments or public sector clients.
    • Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets in complex, high-value B2G sales environments.
    • Deep understanding of international government procurement, tendering, and contracting processes.
    • Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
    • Experience working across multiple regions (e.g., EMEA) is highly preferred.
    • Ability to travel internationally as needed.
    • Fluency in English required; additional language(s) a strong asset.

    Why Join Us? 
    • Work on impactful projects with governments around the world.
    • Be part of a mission-driven, globally respected organization.
    • Competitive salary and commission structure.
    • Dynamic, international work environment with opportunities for growth.

    Apply Now:
    If you're a driven, strategic thinker with a passion for international business and public sector engagement, we’d love to hear from you. Submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your experience and interest in the role to https://www.ss8.com/careers/

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