Head of APAC Growth & Partnerships – Web3 Ecosystem

Ic A; Toronto; Remote; CAD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology firm is seeking a Head of APAC Growth & Partnerships to lead its initiatives across key markets in Asia. The role involves building growth strategies, forging strategic partnerships, and expanding ecosystem adoption, particularly in Korea and Japan. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of experience in business development within the Web3 sector and be fluent in English. This full-time position offers competitive compensation, with opportunities for extensive travel and high visibility in the industry.

Benefits

Vested token grant

Opportunity to work with a global Layer 1 blockchain protocol

High visibility role with direct impact on APAC expansion

Qualifications

• 5+ years in business development, ecosystem growth, or strategic partnerships in Web3, fintech, or emerging tech.
• Strong network across the Asian crypto industry, especially in Korea and Japan.
• Proven ability to work independently and travel frequently.

Responsibilities

• Build and execute a regional growth plan tailored to Korea, Japan, and Southeast Asia.
• Secure strategic partnerships with at least 3 high-potential dApps per quarter.
• Launch and scale the protocol’s presence in two new markets annually.

Skills

Business development

Ecosystem growth

Strategic partnerships

Fluent in English

Cross-cultural communication

Job description

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Job Title

Head of APAC Growth & Partnerships – Web3 Ecosystem

Job Title

Head of APAC Growth & Partnerships – Web3 Ecosystem

Job Location :

Remote – with regular travel in Asia (focus on Korea and Japan)

In-Office, Hybrid Or Remote

Remote, with working hours overlapping with UAE and USA time zones

Working Hours

Full-time, flexible with time zone alignment

Languages

English required; Korean and / or Japanese strongly preferred

What The Client Offers

• 125k-145k, plus a vested token grant
• Opportunity to work with a global Layer 1 blockchain protocol
• High visibility role with direct impact on APAC expansion
• Autonomy and ownership of a strategic region
• Supportive, mission-aligned global team
• Regular travel to major industry events in Asia

About The Client

Inner Circle Agency is hiring on behalf of a pioneering Layer 1 blockchain protocol focused on decentralized data access. Built to enable secure, scalable integration of real-world data, our client is laying the foundation for a more connected Web3 ecosystem. With strong global momentum, they’re expanding their reach across Asia—and looking for a growth leader to make it happen.

Role Overview

This is a high-impact, senior-level position focused on leading growth initiatives across key Asian markets—especially Korea and Japan. You’ll build and execute regional strategy, activate your local network, and cultivate ecosystem adoption by connecting with developers, exchanges, wallets, partners, and communities. If you’ve built ecosystems before and are ready to own APAC expansion, this is the role for you.

Key Responsibilities

Build and execute a regional growth plan tailored to Korea, Japan, and Southeast Asia

Secure strategic partnerships with at least 3 high-potential dApps per quarter

Launch and scale the protocol’s presence in two new markets annually

Grow active user base in Korea and Japan by 30% within 12 months

Track and manage business development pipeline in a structured, transparent format

Cultivate and maintain relationships with founders, wallets, exchanges, and KOLs

Organize quarterly regional partner summits and lead two hosted events annually

Hire and lead community expansion : 3 regional managers + 20+ ambassadors

Represent the project at 6+ top industry events per year across Asia

Lead regional PR and influencer campaigns in collaboration with marketing

Promote the project through thought leadership, media, and event presence

Qualifications

Required :

5+ years in business development, ecosystem growth, or strategic partnerships in Web3, fintech, or emerging tech

Strong network across the Asian crypto industry, especially in Korea and Japan

Track record of executing go-to-market plans and driving adoption

Fluent in English; able to work across multiple time zones and cultural contexts

Proven ability to work independently and travel frequently

Preferred

Proficiency in Korean and / or Japanese

Experience managing multi-regional teams

Comfortable negotiating complex partnerships with technical stakeholders

Strong understanding of regulatory and cultural landscapes in APAC

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Business Development

Industries

Technology, Information and Internet and Blockchain Services

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