Business Development Manager, Influencer Growth Creator Growth Kuala Lumpur

AdAsia Holdings; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic digital media firm is seeking a Business Development Manager (Creator Growth) in Kuala Lumpur. This role involves driving growth by securing high-value partnerships with creators, brands, and agencies. Ideal candidates will have 2–4+ years of experience in business development, strong negotiation skills, and an understanding of the creator economy. The position offers a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and opportunities to work in a vibrant international environment.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Performance Review (twice a year)

Yearly Performance Bonus

Annual MVP Awards

Dynamic international environment

Qualifications

• 2–4+ years of proven BD or Sales experience.
• Strong record in driving revenue and closing complex deals.
• Experience in Digital Media or Social Media Marketing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute the outbound growth strategy.
• Identify and secure high-value clients and strategic partners.
• Own high-value negotiations for favorable terms.

Skills

Business Development

Sales

Negotiation

Communication

Networking

Job description

We’re looking for a Business Development Manager (Creator Growth) to join our team and help expand our partnerships with creators, brands, and agencies. You’ll play a key role in driving growth by identifying new opportunities, building lasting relationships, and developing strategies that create value for both creators and our platform. If you have a strong background in business development or sales, know how to build meaningful partnerships, and understand the creator or digital media space — this role is for you!

What You'll Do

• Lead and execute the outbound growth strategy, identifying and securing high-value clients, agencies, and strategic partners to drive rapid, large-scale revenue growth.
• Leverage your existing network of brand, agency, and creator economy contacts to accelerate market entry and credibility.
• Own high-value negotiations, using strategic PR, value positioning, and persuasive communication to secure favorable terms from creators and partners.
• Develop impactful sales narratives and proposals that clearly showcase growth opportunities for creators collaborating with our platform.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients and creators to ensure sustained partnerships, high retention, and maximized lifetime value (LTV).

Who You Are

• 2–4+ years of proven BD or Sales experience, with a strong record in driving revenue and closing complex, high-value deals. Experience within the Creator Economy, Digital Media, or Social Media Marketing is highly preferred.
• Possess a strong, active network of brand decision-makers, marketing leads, and agency partners that can be leveraged immediately for business growth.
• Exceptional negotiator with sharp communication and PR instincts, skilled at securing optimal terms and building trust on both sides.
• Highly organized and strategic, able to prioritize high-impact opportunities and manage multiple complex pipelines simultaneously.
• Deep understanding of creator monetization models (brand deals, subscriptions, digital products, e-commerce, etc.) and market trends will be a bonus.
• Multilingual – fluent in English, Mandarin, and Bahasa Malaysia, with strong communication skills across cultures and markets.

Why You'll Love It

• Competitive Salary
• Performance Review (twice a year)
• Yearly Performance Bonus
• Annual MVP Awards
• Work in a professional, active, international, and dynamic environment
• Good chance to explore new trends in the digital market