Chief Business Development Officer EMEA 60%

Role Overview:
You’ll lead efforts to expand new EMEA business in corporate banking and fintech partnerships driving growth through strategic alliances and client acquisition.
Core Duties:
• Identify and secure new target segments (e.g., corporates, institutional investors, fintechs)
• Lead negotiations for large-scale agreements partnerships
• Conduct financial analyses to assess feasibility and ROI of new business lines
• Oversee BD processes, from market analysis and proposal preparation to closing
• Provide leadership and mentoring to a team of business development and BD analysts
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations within all BD initiatives
• Represent the organization at trade shows, investor roadshows, and corporate events
• Manage contract negotiations, commercial offers, and high-stakes deals
• Analyze financials to optimize operations and reduce costs

Your Experience Should Include:
• Extensive network in the financial sector (through Linkedin, Xing, ...), with successful BD or Chief Human Ressource Officer records in preferably Middle-East and gulf Countries (Dubai, Saudi Arabia,...) area as the initial company strategy is to expand its business operations in these countries
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret financial data and metrics
• Team leadership: coaching, mentoring, recruiting/staffing experience
• An exposure to AI-based software and main concepts
Candidate Profile:
• 10+ years of leadership in business development or Human Resource, sales, or strategic partnership roles (preferably in B2B or relevant industry)
• Strong strategic thinking, commercial acumen, and negotiation skills
• Experience working across departments to execute cross-functional initiatives
• Excellent communication, executive presence, and stakeholder management
• Bilingual English/Arabic
Qualifications:
• Msc degree in Business, Finance, Marketing, or a related field (MBA also considered) from preferably a Swiss well regarded/top ranked University or higher Education Institution
• Advanced degree or certifications in business development or financial services a plus