Senior Business Development Headhunt in Riyadh

$30-250 USD

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Posted 7 days ago

$30-250 USD

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We are looking for an experienced freelance executive recruiter / headhunter to conduct a confidential search for a senior Business Development leadership position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This is not a job-posting or CV collection assignment. We require proactive headhunting and direct outreach to relevant senior professionals currently based in Saudi Arabia. Target Candidate Profile Candidates should ideally have: * 15–20 years of experience in Business Development, Corporate Development, Strategy, Real Estate Investment, or related areas. * Strong experience within Real Estate Development, Real Estate Investment, or Construction. * Proven experience in deal origination, land acquisitions, development partnerships, joint ventures, and investment opportunities. * Strong track record of closing high-value real estate deals and generating revenue. * Experience dealing with investors, landowners, developers, government entities, banks, real estate funds, and institutional investors. * Strong capabilities in commercial negotiations, investment analysis, financial modeling, valuation, feasibility studies, and business case development. * Previous experience leading a Business Development team. * Strong knowledge of the Saudi real estate market. * Excellent English communication skills. Candidate Location & Nationality * Candidates must currently be based in Saudi Arabia. * All nationalities are welcome, including Saudi and non-Saudi candidates. * Candidates should have strong and relevant experience within the Saudi market. Scope of Work The selected freelancer will be expected to: 1. Conduct targeted market mapping and executive search within Saudi Arabia. 2. Identify suitable senior-level candidates from relevant real estate developers, investment companies, major contractors, and related organizations. 3. Directly approach/headhunt candidates rather than relying only on job advertisements. 4. Conduct an initial screening to confirm experience, current position, interest, salary expectations, notice period/availability, and location. 5. Submit a shortlist of 8–12 genuinely qualified and interested candidates. 6. Provide each shortlisted candidate’s: * Updated CV * Current job title and company * Nationality * Current location * Current/expected compensation * Notice period / availability * Brief screening notes explaining suitability Confidentiality This search is strictly confidential. The hiring company’s identity must not be disclosed to candidates or third parties without prior approval. Full company details will only be shared with the selected freelancer after engagement. Freelancer Requirements Please apply only if you have: * Proven experience in executive search / headhunting. * Strong understanding of the Saudi Arabian talent market. * Experience sourcing Director / Head / senior leadership profiles. * Strong LinkedIn sourcing, Boolean search, networking, and direct outreach capabilities. * Preferably previous recruitment experience within Real Estate, Investment, Development, or Construction. When submitting your proposal, please briefly explain your Saudi/GCC executive-search experience, the sourcing tools you use, your proposed timeline, and how many qualified candidates you can realistically deliver. Quality is more important than quantity. Generic CV databases or unverified CV submissions will not be accepted.

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@EightVeer

Hi there, We will deliver a confidential Saudi Arabia executive search for your senior Business Development leader, combining targeted market mapping, direct outreach, and initial screening to produce an 8–12 person shortlist with CVs, current role, nationality, location, compensation, availability, and suitability notes. We will focus on real estate development, investment, and construction profiles, using LinkedIn sourcing, Boolean search, and discreet candidate engagement. We bring public Freelancer review history covering trading-performance audit, transfer-pricing and real-estate analysis engagements. The proposed initial deliverable is evidence review, financial analysis and decision-ready findings for Senior Business Development Headhunt in Riyadh; any subsequent implementation would require a separate Freelancer milestone. Best Regards, 8veer

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@dwiras239

Hello, my name is Ni Luh Kade Dwi Ratna Safitri. I am 28 years old and I’m Marketing and Operations Spesialist with experience in marketing execution, event activation, campaign operations, partnership coordination, and on-ground event management

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@ronnr2

Hello, I am an HR professional with experience supporting recruitment and talent acquisition processes, including candidate sourcing, CV screening, shortlisting, interview coordination, and onboarding. I have worked across multiple sectors and am skilled in using LinkedIn, Boolean search techniques, and professional networking to identify suitable candidates. My approach focuses on understanding role requirements, conducting thorough screening, and delivering quality candidates rather than high volumes. I am highly organized, detail-oriented, and committed to maintaining confidentiality throughout the recruitment process. I would welcome the opportunity to support your executive search assignment and discuss how I can add value.

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@alishbae

Hi, I’d be happy to support this confidential executive search. My background is in international recruitment and talent acquisition, with hands-on experience in proactive sourcing, headhunting, screening, and building targeted candidate pipelines rather than relying on job postings or generic CV databases. For this search, I would start with a targeted market map across Saudi real estate developers, investment firms, construction companies, and related organizations, identifying senior Business Development, Corporate Development, Investment, and Strategy professionals who match the required profile. My approach would include: • Targeted LinkedIn/Sales Navigator and Boolean sourcing • Direct outreach to relevant passive candidates • Initial screening covering experience, current role, location, compensation, notice period, and motivation • Validation against the required Saudi real estate/development/investment background • A concise shortlist with CVs, candidate details, screening notes, and suitability rationale I would target 8–12 genuinely qualified and interested candidates, subject to market availability and candidate response rates. I can provide the initial qualified shortlist within 7 days. I also understand that this is a strictly confidential search and will ensure the hiring company's identity is not disclosed without approval. I’d be glad to discuss the search criteria and begin the market mapping immediately. Best, Alishba

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@joshuajsaunders

Finding the right senior Business Development leader in Saudi Arabia can be tricky. Relying solely on job postings might lead to missing out on top talent who aren't actively looking. If this gap isn't addressed, you risk hiring someone who may not fit the role or your company culture, which can be costly. I specialize in proactive headhunting, targeting candidates who possess the experience and insights you need. By leveraging my deep understanding of the Saudi real estate market, I can identify and approach top-tier professionals who have a proven track record in high-value deals. My approach ensures that candidates are not just qualified but genuinely interested in the opportunity. I have successfully completed similar searches, delivering tailored shortlists that meet client expectations. I provide revisions and updates throughout the process to ensure your satisfaction. What is your ideal timeline for this search? Are there specific companies or sectors you want me to focus on?

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