Freelance Business Development Manager

HAGDESIGN, a Lebanon-based manufacturer specialising in high-end bespoke woodworking and decorative metalworking, is looking for an experienced Freelance Business Development Manager to help expand our client network and develop new business opportunities. Our manufacturing capabilities include: Bespoke joinery and custom furniture. Architectural woodworking and interior fit-outs. Brass, stainless steel, steel and aluminium fabrication. Brass and aluminium casting. Custom metal furniture, lighting and decorative architectural elements.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop relationships with architects, interior designers, contractors, fit-out companies and developers
• Generate new business opportunities and secure potential projects
• Present HAGDESIGN's manufacturing capabilities and portfolio to prospective clients
• Arrange client meetings and maintain professional relationships
• Follow up on project enquiries, quotations and business opportunities
• Develop and maintain a pipeline of potential projects

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years of experience in business development or sales
• Previous experience in architecture, interior design, construction, furniture or fit-out industries
• Established contacts within the architecture and interior design sector are a strong advantage
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the confidence and ability to communicate professionally with clients and decision-makers
• Strong interpersonal, presentation, negotiation and relationship-building skills
• Fluent in English and Arabic; French is an advantage
• Self-motivated, proactive and results-oriented
• Ability to work independently and manage client relationships
• Position: Freelance / Part-time Compensation: Monthly retainer plus performance-based commission, depending on experience
• We are looking for someone commercially minded, articulate, well-connected and capable of independently generating genuine business opportunities

Desired Candidate Profile

Minimum 3 years of experience in business development or sales. Previous experience in architecture, interior design, construction, furniture or fit-out industries. Established contacts within the architecture and interior design sector are a strong advantage. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the confidence and ability to communicate professionally with clients and decision-makers. Strong interpersonal, presentation, negotiation and relationship-building skills. Fluent in English and Arabic; French is an advantage. Self-motivated, proactive and results-oriented. Ability to work independently and manage client relationships.