Business Development Manager Asia Market (Remote)

Nordicrecruiters; Kuala Lumpur; Remote; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading business consulting firm is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth in Malaysia and other Asian regions. This role involves building strategic relationships, identifying opportunities, and leading negotiations to expand the company's footprint. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in business development, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in multicultural environments. The position offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and strong career development opportunities. Enjoy the vibrant lifestyle of Southeast Asia while making a significant impact.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Strong career development opportunities

Autonomy over regional strategy

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development, sales, or account management across Asia.
• Strong commercial acumen to independently develop and execute strategies.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities across Asia.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and partners.
• Conduct market research to stay ahead of trends and competition.
• Lead commercial negotiations and secure agreements that drive revenue.
• Collaborate with various teams to support client onboarding and retention.
• Track results, report on performance, and provide insights to management.
• Represent the company at conferences and business meetings.

Skills

Fluency in English

Business development

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Commercial acumen

Job description

Location: Remote within Malaysia, Thailand, Korea, Indonesia, Philippines

Are you an ambitious, results-driven professional with a passion for building strategic relationships and driving business growth across Asia? Do you thrive in fast-paced, international environments and want to make a real impact in dynamic markets? This is an exciting opportunity to lead business development efforts across multiple Asian territories while enjoying the vibrant culture and lifestyle of Malaysia, Thailand, Korea, Indonesia, or the Philippines.

About the Role

As a Business Development Manager for the Asia Market, you will take ownership of expanding the company's footprint across key Asian countries. You will identify opportunities, develop partnerships, and drive revenue growth while collaborating with global teams to ensure long-term success. This role offers a unique blend of strategic leadership and hands‑on execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities across Asia, focusing on Malaysia, Thailand, Korea, Indonesia, and the Philippines.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and industry stakeholders.
• Conduct market research to stay ahead of trends, competition, and emerging opportunities.
• Lead commercial negotiations and secure agreements that drive revenue and growth.
• Collaborate with marketing, operations, and product teams to support client onboarding and retention.
• Track results, report on performance, and provide insights to senior management.
• Represent the company at conferences, trade events, and business meetings across the region.

Requirements

• Strong fluency in English; additional regional languages are a plus.
• Proven experience in business development, sales, or account management across Asia.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to independently develop and execute strategies.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Results-driven, proactive, and capable of managing multiple priorities.
• Comfortable working in international and multicultural environments.

Whats Offered

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Full-time role with strong career development opportunities.
• Autonomy and ownership over regional strategy and growth.
• Support from an experienced, multicultural leadership team.
• Opportunities to work in diverse markets with high growth potential.

Why Asia?

These markets offer immense business potential, dynamic economic growth, and vibrant cultures. Whether enjoying the bustling cities of Malaysia, Thailands rich culture, Koreas innovation hubs, Indonesias diversity, or the Philippines dynamic markets, each location provides a unique professional and lifestyle experience.

If you are strategic, ambitious, and passionate about driving business growth, this Business Development Manager role is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact across Asia while enjoying some of the regions most exciting destinations.