Area Manager, South East Asia

Oxford University Press (China) Ltd; Selangor; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization is seeking a strategic leader to drive growth for their products in Southeast Asia. This role involves developing marketing plans, managing country teams, and fostering relationships with key stakeholders in education. Ideal candidates will have proven leadership experience in international education and a strong understanding of the Southeast Asian market.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in an International Education/Business development role.
• Strong understanding of the Southeast Asia education market.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic marketing plans to grow market presence.
• Lead and support country teams for high performance.
• Build relationships with schools and educational partners.

Skills

Leadership experience

Understanding of Southeast Asia education market

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Stakeholder management

Cross-cultural team management

Strategic thinking

Job description

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead strategic growth for Oxford Education International products across Southeast Asia. If you're currently in a role and seeking a meaningful change, this position offers the chance to align with a globally respected education brand, contribute to impactful learning initiatives, and work within a values-driven organization.

You’ll be joining a dynamic team focused on expanding market presence, building strong partnerships, and driving innovation in education. With exciting projects, cross-functional collaboration, and regional leadership responsibilities, this role offers both challenge and reward in equal measure.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic marketing plans to grow market presence and achieve business targets in Southeast Asia.
• Lead, manage, and support country teams to ensure high performance and effective delivery of objectives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders including schools, ministries, and educational partners.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity to inform strategic decisions.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies and local regulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product launches, marketing campaigns, and customer engagement initiatives.
• Represent the organization at regional events, conferences, and meetings.

About You

• Proven leadership experience in an International Education/ Business development role
• Strong understanding of the Southeast Asia education market
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• Experience managing cross-cultural teams and working in a matrix organization
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans
• Proven leadership experience in a regional or international education/business development role
• Ability to travel frequently across the region