Business Development Assistant (Tamheer)📣 إعلان

About KEO International Consultants and OPTIMA

KEO International Consultants is a firm with 60 years of experience in design, engineering, advisory, and management services across the GCC region. OPTIMA, an allied practice of KEO, specializes in delivering Facility Management Solutions, focusing on enhancing the maintenance and operation of real estate assets and infrastructure portfolios. OPTIMA is a leader in Facility Management Consultancy within the GCC.

Role Overview: Business Development Assistant (Tamheer)

KEO International Consultants is seeking a Business Development Assistant for a Tamheer internship opportunity at its Riyadh office. This role is designed for graduates in Business Administration or Engineering disciplines, offering a structured training program within Optima. The internship provides an opportunity to develop skills, gain industry experience, and contribute to projects within a professional environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop an understanding of the Business Development function, its objectives, and its role within the organization.
• Build knowledge of the company’s business, products/services, target customers, and relevant market segments through research and structured learning.
• Conduct market, industry, and competitor research to identify potential business opportunities and present key findings.
• Research potential customers and identify relevant prospects based on agreed criteria.
• Support lead qualification by evaluating and prioritizing prospects under guidance.
• Learn and support the key stages of the Business Development process, from opportunity identification to follow-up and relationship development.
• Develop professional communication skills through drafting emails, preparing meeting points, and participating in role-play exercises.
• Practice client engagement techniques, including understanding customer needs, communicating value propositions, and building professional relationships.
• Support the preparation and review of presentations, company profiles, research summaries, and other Business Development materials.
• Maintain organized records of research, follow-up actions, and potential business opportunities.
• Prepare and present research findings, market insights, and Business Development exercises while incorporating feedback.
• Participate in regular mentoring and performance review sessions to assess progress, identify development areas, and establish next steps.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Must be a Saudi national.
• Applicants must be graduates or have been unemployed for more than 6 months.
• Must currently reside in Riyadh and be available to work in Riyadh for the duration of the program (4 months).
• Strong communication skills in English are required.
• Experience required: 0-1 years.

Work Environment and Program Details

This is an internship opportunity based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The program duration is 4 months. KEO is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where individuals can develop their skills and contribute to meaningful projects. All applications will be treated with confidentiality.