Business Development & Partnerships Associate

About the Role

Join a fast-growing social entertainment startup on a mission to build a modern Middle Eastern gaming IP for the global stage. As a Business Development & Partnerships Associate, you will work directly with the founding team to expand Panic Zones' footprint across retail, hospitality, and corporate sectors.

Main Missions

• Identify and pursue new commercial opportunities through strategic prospecting and lead generation.
• Build and manage long-term relationships with retailers, cafes, gaming venues, and distributors.
• Develop and execute B2B sales strategies to penetrate the corporate gifting and events market.
• Coordinate with distributors to optimize supply chains and drive sell-through growth in existing channels.
• Support on-the-ground brand activations and events to boost community engagement and product visibility.

Profile We Are Looking For

• A proactive hunter mindset with a passion for the gaming and social entertainment industry.
• Proven ability to manage end-to-end sales cycles, from initial outreach to closing and relationship management.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to represent the brand professionally in diverse environments.
• Entrepreneurial spirit: you are comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth startup environment.
• Excellent organizational skills to coordinate between multiple stakeholders and distributors.

Required Skills

• Business Development & Sales Prospecting
• Partnership Management & Account Management
• B2B Sales Strategy
• Market Expansion & Distribution Coordination
• Event Support & Brand Activation

What We Offer

• Direct impact: Work closely with the founding team in a high-growth startup.
• Hybrid work model: Flexibility between office and remote work.
• Growth opportunity: Be part of a brand building a global IP from the Middle East.