Business Development and Strategy Manager, APAC

Aviva plc; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Singapore is seeking a Business Development and Strategy Manager to lead APAC distribution initiatives. This pivotal role involves supporting the CEO, enhancing operational processes, and fostering collaboration. The ideal candidate will have strong project management skills and experience in client engagement. The company offers performance bonuses and flexible working options.

Benefits

Annual performance bonus

Generous holiday entitlement

Aviva Matching Share Plan

21 volunteering hours per year

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of the APAC landscape.
• Experience in the asset management industry is ideal.
• Proven track record in strategic roles.

Responsibilities

• Support CEO across sales lifecycle and operations.
• Enable sales journey from prospecting to onboarding.
• Act as liaison between teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Project management experience

Client engagement skills

Revenue growth capabilities

Cross-functional initiative driving

Mandarin and Chinese language skills

Education

Degree in Accountancy, Finance, or related field

CFA or CPA preferred

Job description

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Business Development and Strategy Manager, APAC

Apply locations Singapore posted on Posted 21 Days Ago job requisition id R-157486

Business Development and Strategy Manager, APAC

This is a great job for someone with a strong understanding of the APAC landscape, ideally with experience in the asset management industry.

A bit about the job:

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Business Development and Strategy Manager to join our APAC Distribution team, based in Singapore. This pivotal role supports the CEO across the full sales lifecycle and broader business operations, ensuring the seamless execution of our distribution strategy and contributing to business growth and fundraising efforts. The ideal candidate will be a strong executor with a strategic mindset, capable of navigating complex distribution challenges, driving compliance excellence, and fostering a client-first culture. Responsibilities include enabling the sales and client journey from prospecting to onboarding and relationship management, refining operational processes, and acting as a strategic liaison between internal teams and external stakeholders. The role also involves monitoring client-related activities, coordinating issue resolution, and supporting marketing initiatives. As a leader within the team, the individual will promote collaboration, mentor junior staff, and ensure alignment across stakeholders. Additionally, the role requires active involvement in governance and risk oversight, maintaining regulatory compliance, and managing cost controls. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to operational excellence and strategic impact.

Skills and experience we’re looking for:

• Proven experience in project management, strategy roles with strong client and compliance engagement.

• Track record of enabling revenue growth through operational excellence and sharp project execution.

• Ability to drive cross-functional initiatives and knows how to navigate complex business structures.

• CFA or CPA preferred; degree or equivalent in Accountancy, Finance, or related field.

• Mandarin and Chinese language skills are preferred

What you’ll get for this role:

• Eligibility for annual performance bonus

• Generous holiday entitlement plus bank holidays with the option to buy/sell up to 5 additional days

• Aviva Matching Share Plan and Save As You Earn scheme

• 21 volunteering hours per year

Aviva is for everyone:

We’re inclusive and welcome everyone – we want applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Excited but not sure you tick every box? Even if you don’t, we would still encourage you to apply. We also consider all forms of flexible working, including part time and job shares.

We flex locations, hours and working patterns to suit our customers, business, and you. Most of our people are smart working –spending around 50% of their time in our offices every week - combining the benefits of flexibility, with time together with colleagues.

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