Head of Business Development - East Asia (Mandarin-speaking)

On behalf of our valued client - a well-established forex CFDs firm, we are seeking an experienced Head of Business Development - East Asia (Mandarin speaking) to lead regional growth initiatives within the online trading and financial technology sector. This role will focus on developing strategic partnerships, driving market expansion, and leading a high-performing business development team.

Location : Remote - Greater China/Malaysia

Report: C-suit of The group.

Responsibilities:

As a Head of Business Development - East Asia (Mandarin speaking) , your broad responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Lead regional business development strategy to drive partner acquisition and revenue growth.

• Develop and execute market expansion initiatives aligned with company objectives.

• Build and manage strong relationships with strategic partners and key stakeholders.

• Lead, mentor, and support a team of Business Development Managers to achieve commercial targets.

• Define and monitor departmental KPIs, ensuring consistent performance and measurable outcomes.

• Identify new partnership opportunities while strengthening existing relationships.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams including operations, product, compliance, and support functions.

• Analyse market trends, partner performance, and commercial metrics to optimise growth strategies.

• Provide regular insights and recommendations to senior management regarding regional market development.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Finance, or a related field.

• Proven experience in Business Development within the online trading, fintech, or financial services sector.

• Previous leadership experience managing and developing commercial or partnership teams.

• Strong understanding of financial markets, including forex, digital assets, or online trading products.

• Excellent relationship management, negotiation, and communication skills.

• Strong analytical mindset with experience using performance data to drive decisions.

• Fluency in English and Mandarin is required due to the regional market focus.

What’s in it for you?

Our client offers a decent basic salary + rewarding commission structures. Well-established group with multiple offices and global team working in result-driven environment.

Benefits:

• Working days annual leave on consultancy-basis.

• Fully remote arrangement with direct access to C-levels of the group.

• Supportive and constructive environment with results-focus mindset.

• Unlimited learning/developing membership with both professional & personal development opportunities in the group.