Overview
Business Development Manager (Corporate) – KSA
Location : Saudi Arabia
Application Requirement : This role is open to Saudi Nationals only in alignment with local hiring policies.
Pearson is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive sales and expand our presence in the corporate training and upskilling sector in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf region. This role focuses on selling Pearson’s English learning programs, assessments, and workforce development solutions while building strong relationships with corporate clients, government agencies, and industry bodies.
Key Responsibilities
- Own and achieve corporate sector sales targets in Saudi Arabia.
- Develop and execute strategies for direct sales to corporates and partnerships with key stakeholders.
- Strengthen Pearson’s visibility and network in the corporate learning ecosystem.
- Understand government initiatives and workforce development priorities in Saudi Arabia and the Gulf.
- Identify corporate sector needs in English learning, training, and upskilling for both government and private enterprises.
- Provide market intelligence to shape Pearson’s corporate learning solutions.
- Track and report sales performance by account and product using a consultative approach.
- Ensure effective CRM usage, maintaining accurate data on key contacts and accounts.
What We’re Looking For
7–10 years of B2B sales experience in training, education, or workforce development.Strong corporate and government sector relationships in Saudi Arabia.Proven track record in institutional sales and consultative selling.Experience with SaaS solutions or digital learning platforms.Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.Entrepreneurial mindset, proactive approach, and ability to work independently.Strong understanding of corporate decision-making and procurement processes.Education & Technical Skills
Bachelor’s degree (required); MBA preferred.Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).Experience with CRM tools (Salesforce or similar) is a plus.Why Join Us
Be part of a global leader in education and workforce development.Work in a fast-paced, high-impact role shaping corporate learning solutions.Collaborate with an international team across the Middle East, Africa, and Turkey.Business Unit : Pearson Education – English Language Division
Reports to : Head of Corporate Sales – Middle East, Africa, and Turkey
Company Details
Job : Account / Relationship ManagementJob Family : SALESOrganization : English Language LearningSchedule : FULL_TIMEWorkplace Type : On-siteReq ID : 18314Equality and accommodation information : Pearson is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of E-Verify. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit and business need. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status or any other group protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations, please email
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