Chief Executive Officer

PERSOL; Cyberjaya; On-site; MYR 1,200,000 - 2,600,000; Full time

Job summary

PERSOL is seeking an experienced CEO to provide strategic leadership and drive growth from MYR45 million to MYR80–90 million in revenue. You will report to the Board and build a scalable organization of approximately 130–150 employees while strengthening regulatory and government partnerships.

This role includes leading expansion into Africa and other international markets. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree with 15+ years in senior leadership, a proven growth track record, and strong

Qualifications

• 15+ years of leadership experience in senior roles.
• Proven track record of growing revenue.
• Experience managing teams of 100+ employees.
• Strong network with government regulators and agencies.
• Experience with licensing and regulatory affairs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the long-term vision and growth strategy.
• Lead expansion, revenue growth, profitability, and market leadership.
• Pursue new business opportunities and partnerships.
• Drive international growth into emerging markets.
• Establish scalable operating models and governance.
• Own P&L and overall business performance.
• Drive customer acquisition and revenue diversification.
• Build strategic partnerships across tech, fintech, finance, and public sectors.
• Maintain relationships with government agencies and regulators.
• Lead a workforce of 130–150 employees.

Skills

Strategic leadership

P&L management

Regulatory/government relations

Business development

Partnership building

International expansion

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Finance/Engineering/Technology

Job description

As the company's first CEO, this individual will be responsible for providing strategic leadership, accelerating commercial growth, expanding regional presence across Africa and other international markets, and building a scalable, high-performing organization. Reporting directly to the Board, the CEO will drive business performance, strengthen regulatory and government partnerships, and lead the organization towards its growth ambitions from approximately MYR45 million to MYR80–90 million in revenue.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and execute the company's long-term vision, growth strategy, and business plan
• Lead the organization through its next phase of expansion, with accountability for revenue growth, profitability, and market leadership
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, partnerships, and revenue streams to expand the company's market presence
• Drive international growth initiatives, across to other emerging markets
• Establish scalable operating models, governance structures, and organizational capabilities to support future growth
• Own overall business performance and P&L accountability
• Drive customer acquisition, market penetration, and revenue diversification strategies
• Develop strategic partnerships across the technology, fintech, financial services, and public sectors
• Build and maintain strong relationships with government agencies, regulators, policymakers, and industry bodies
• Lead, inspire, and develop a workforce of approximately 130–150 employees

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Technology, Economics, Accounting, Engineering, or a related discipline
• Minimum 15 years of leadership experience, including senior executive or business leadership roles
• Proven track record of leading growth-oriented businesses with significant P&L responsibility
• Experience leading organizations of at least 100+ employees
• Demonstrated success in business transformation, market expansion, and revenue growth
• Strong network and credibility with government agencies, regulators, GLCs, and public sector stakeholders
• Proven experience managing licensing, regulatory affairs, or government-related initiatives
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and navigate complex regulatory environments
• Exceptional commercial acumen and strategic thinking capability
• Strong business development and partnership-building skills

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