About the Role:The Senior Business Development Manager (Sr BDM) at Aon is pivotal in driving our growth agenda in Saudi Arabia, particularly in Riyadh and strategically important markets. This role transcends basic deal-making, focusing on shaping market strategies, developing high-value partnerships, and influencing senior stakeholders both internally and externally.
Key Responsibilities:- Business Development & Revenue Growth:
- Crafting and executing a business development strategy for Riyadh and KSA in alignment with Aon's regional goals.
- Identifying, originating, and converting high-value opportunities to meet or exceed annual targets.
- Maintaining a robust, accurately forecasted pipeline using Aon’s CRM tools.
- Client & Market Development:
- Building relationships with C-suite executives and senior decision-makers across corporate, government, and institutional clients.
- Acting as a trusted advisor by understanding client strategies and challenges.
- Deal Leadership & Commercial Excellence:
- Leading cross-functional teams in developing commercially sound client propositions.
- Driving development of business cases and negotiation positions for major deals.
- Internal Leadership & Collaboration:
- Being a senior point of contact for strategic accounts and negotiations.
- Mentoring Business Development Managers and other team members.
- Governance, Reporting & Compliance:
- Ensuring compliance with Aon's approval processes.
- Providing accurate reporting on pipeline and key account developments.
Skills and Experience:- Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, or related fields; MBA preferred.
- 8–12+ years of experience in business development, with a focus on sales and strategic partnerships.
- Strong track record in leading complex transactions and managing key accounts.
At Aon, we foster a performance-driven, inclusive work environment, promoting colleague growth and work-life balance. We are commitment to attracting and developing talented individuals in Saudi Arabia, ensuring opportunities are based on merit and performance.