Senior Business Development Manager MENA Region

Senior Business Development Manager MENA RegionCarbon Markets & ESG SolutionsLocation: Abu Dhabi, United Arab EmiratesAbout EconetixEconetix is one of the fastest-growing carbon asset managers, with offices in Vienna, Abu Dhabi, and Kampala. We develop large-scale carbon reduction projects across the Global South for both the voluntary and compliance markets – reducing over 2 million tons of CO₂ annually.With our AI-powered, real-time digital monitoring system (dMRV), we ensure transparency and integrity beyond existing standards.As a full-service Net Zero partner, we support companies across their entire climate journey – from emission reduction and carbon compensation to impact communication.Our mission in the MENA region is to enable companies to achieve Net Zero — and turn their climate leadership into a competitive advantage, with measurable impact and uncompromising integrity.Your RoleAs Senior Business Development & Strategic Sales Manager UAE, you will take the lead in driving Econetix’s market presence and commercial growth across the UAE and GCC region. You will build trusted partnerships with companies that are committed to climate leadership and help them realize the full business value of Net Zero – backed by high-integrity carbon projects, ESG advisory, and measurable impact.Key ResponsibilitiesLead business development and sales initiatives in the UAE and broader GCCIdentify and engage companies with strong ESG or Net Zero ambitions across sectors such as real estate, infrastructure, events, and energyBuild and maintain trusted relationships with corporate clients, traders, consultants, and key stakeholdersClose carbon credit transactions and structure long-term ESG collaborationsDevelop and execute regional go-to-market strategies in coordination with the CSO and Mgmt. teamRepresent Econetix at major industry events, roundtables, and client meetingsEnsure close collaboration with internal teams to align product offerings with market needsMonitor regulatory and voluntary market developments in the region and identify growth opportunitiesYour ProfileSeveral years of experience in business development, sales, or partnershipsBackground in commodity trading, carbon markets or CleanTech preferredStrong network within the UAE, ideally with access to decision-makers in relevant sectorsProven track record of driving sales and building strategic customer relationshipsEntrepreneurial mindset and ability to operate independently in a dynamic environmentFluent in English; Arabic is a strong advantageConfident communicator with excellent negotiation and presentation skillsComfortable working with performance-based compensation models (base + commission)What We OfferA key role in scaling a purpose-driven company in one of the world’s most relevant climate marketsAttractive base salary and strong upside through commissions and long-term incentivesDirect collaboration with the founders and senior leadership teamAccess to a unique project portfolio and high-quality pipeline across Africa and the Global SouthA clear mission, measurable impact, and the opportunity to shape the future of climate finance in the MENA regionA dynamic, international, and entrepreneurial work environmentHow to ApplySend your CV and a short motivation letter to careers@econetix.net.Let’s build net zero – together.#webuildnetzero