Building relationships. Creating opportunities. Delivering technology value.
Datalake works across AI, data, cloud and ESG, supporting organizations with specialized technology capabilities and expertise to advance their business and digital transformation initiatives.
As we continue developing our presence in Saudi Arabia's financial services sector, we are looking for an experienced Client Partner to strengthen our engagement with banks, financial institutions and fintech companies.
This is a senior commercial position for someone who understands the financial services landscape, brings established industry relationships and knows how to develop strategic client partnerships.
The Role
As Client Partner, you will be responsible for developing and managing commercial relationships across the financial services sector. Your responsibilities will include:
• Developing relationships with key stakeholders across Saudi banks, financial institutions and fintech companies.
• Identifying business opportunities across AI, data, cloud and ESG.
• Managing the commercial engagement lifecycle, from initial discussions to proposals, negotiations and contract award.
• Developing account strategies and maintaining a qualified business pipeline.
• Working closely with company leadership to shape commercial priorities and client engagement strategies.
• Identifying opportunities to expand existing relationships and develop long term partnerships.
• Representing Datalake in relevant industry and client engagements.
What We're Looking For
• Four or more years of experience in business development, strategic account management or enterprise sales within the technology or professional services sector.
• Experience working with Saudi financial institutions, particularly banks and fintech companies.
• Understanding of financial sector procurement, vendor management and technology sourcing processes.
• Experience selling IT services, technology solutions, consulting or professional services.
• Strong negotiation, presentation and relationship management skills.
• Fluency in Arabic and English.
• Saudi national preferred, based in Riyadh.
What We Offer
• Competitive base salary.
• Performance based, competitive commission structure.
• Direct engagement with company leadership.
• A commercially influential role with responsibility for developing strategic client relationships.
• The opportunity to contribute to the growth of a Saudi company operating across technology and ESG.
How to Apply
Apply through our careers page at https://datalake.sa/careers with your CV and a short note on your experience in the Saudi financial services sector and the segment (banks, fintechs, insurers or capital markets) where you see the strongest near term demand for AI, data and cloud services, and why.
Join Datalake and help shape our next stage of growth.
