Account Manager (AI)

Techlinker Asia Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Techlinker Asia Limited seeks a driven Business Development Manager to expand our Singapore market. You will identify new opportunities in hedge funds, asset managers, banks and family offices, lead client roadshows, and execute high-value sales strategies to hit annual targets.

You will manage the full client lifecycle from needs assessment to contract signing and after-sales support, collaborate with global teams, gather market feedback, and build strategic partnerships with local brokers and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in Finance, Marketing, CS, Business Administration or related fields.
• Minimum 2 years of sales experience within Singapore's financial institutions or FinTech sector.
• Established relationships with local or international banks, funds, securities firms, family offices and other financial institutions in Singapore.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities in the Singapore market, focusing on hedge funds, asset managers, family offices and key financial institutions.
• Lead client roadshows, product training and solution presentations to drive awareness and growth.
• Manage the full client lifecycle from needs assessment, negotiations, contract terms through signing, tender management, payment collection and after-sales support.
• Serve as a bridge between Singapore market and the wider organisation to support international expansion.
• Gather client feedback on product functionality and service quality and share insights with product teams.
• Plan and execute local Singapore market events with agencies and associations to raise brand presence.
• Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with Singapore-based brokers, content providers, distributors and channel partners.
• Collaborate with partners on joint marketing initiatives to unlock new opportunities.

Skills

Business development

Client relationships

Sales

Resilience

Cross-cultural communication

English & Mandarin

Market awareness

Analytical thinking

Strategic planning

Communication

Collaboration

Financial markets

Education

Bachelor's degree or above

Job description

Our client is a leading AI-powered fintech firm specializing in investment research and financial intelligence solutions, serving over 80,000 investment professionals across more than 6,000 financial institutions. We are seeking a highly driven Business Development Manager to drive growth in the Singapore market. The ideal candidate will have prior experience on selling SaS solutions and have network with banks, asset managers, hedge funds, family offices, and other financial institutions.

Job Highlight:

• Identify and develop new business opportunities in the Singapore market, with a focus on local hedge funds, asset management firms, family offices and other key financial institutions. Develop and execute high-value business development strategies to achieve annual sales targets.
• Lead client roadshows, product training sessions and solution presentations to enhance client awareness and confidence in the company's products and services, while driving user and client growth.
• Manage the full client lifecycle, from initial needs assessment, business negotiations and key contract terms negotiation through contract signing, tender management, payment collection and after-sales support, ensuring a seamless end-to-end client experience and maintaining long-term client relationships.
• Act as a key bridge between the Singapore market and the wider organisation, leveraging overseas resources and supporting the company's international business expansion.
• Regularly gather client feedback on product functionality and service quality and provide market insights and data to support product development and iteration.
• Plan and execute local Singapore market events, such as industry conferences, client seminars and private client events, while working with Singapore government agencies and industry associations to enhance the company's brand presence.
• Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with Singapore-based brokers, content providers, distributors and other channel partners to expand business reach and create new market opportunities.
• Collaborate with partners to develop joint marketing initiatives, leveraging shared resources to create mutually beneficial business opportunities.
• Joining a high-growth AI company that recently completed its Series B funding round
• Gaining exposure to one of the most in-demand sectors globally, at the intersection of AI and financial services.
• Working closely with an experienced leadership team comprising professionals from leading institutional investment firms and technology companies.
• Playing a key role in the company's overseas expansion and market development initiatives.

Who We’re Looking For

• Bachelor's degree or above, preferably in Finance, Marketing, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related disciplines.
• At least 2 years of sales experience within Singapore's financial institutions or FinTech sector, with experience in financial technology or related solutions preferred. Candidates with established relationships across local or international banks, funds, securities firms, family offices and other financial institutions in Singapore will be highly considered.
• Strong business development, client relationship management and sales skills, with a proven track record of successfully developing the Singapore market and independently achieving sales targets.
• Strong resilience and ability to work independently, with the ability to operate effectively in a high-intensity, target-driven environment.
• Excellent cross-cultural communication skills, with fluency in English & Mandarin
• Strong market awareness, analytical and strategic planning skills, with the ability to identify market opportunities and translate insights into business strategies.
• Strong knowledge of financial markets, combined with excellent professional, communication and collaboration skills and the ability to coordinate internal and external resources effectively.