Business Development Director

Kronos Research; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Singapore is hiring a Business Development Director to expand its presence in global digital asset markets. The role involves strategic initiatives, managing key relationships, and influencing the firm's commercial trajectory. With a requirement of 8+ years in business development, candidates should have a strong grasp of digital assets and proven leadership skills in complex partnerships. This is a pivotal role situated in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in business development, strategy, or partnerships, preferably in financial services.
• Deep understanding of digital asset ecosystems.
• Strong deal structuring and execution capability.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive the end-to-end business development strategy for key global markets.
• Lead negotiations and manage relationships with exchanges and partners.
• Represent the company at industry conferences and major partner events.

Skills

Leadership experience

Strategic thinking

Commercial acumen

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Fluency in English

Job description

As Business Development Director, you will play a pivotal role in expanding Kronos Research’s presence across global digital asset markets. You will lead high-impact strategic initiatives, own key partner relationships, and collaborate closely product and executive teams. This role offers the opportunity to directly influence the firm’s commercial trajectory at a senior level.

Key Responsibilities

• Own and drive the end-to-end business development strategy for key global markets, with an emphasis on institutional partnerships, exchange relationships, and strategic expansion opportunities.
• Lead high-level negotiations and relationship management with exchanges, liquidity consumers, market makers, and ecosystem partners.
• Identify new markets, products, or asset classes where Kronos can scale its services.
• Serve as asenior liaison between external partners and internal stakeholders, including legal, product, and infrastructure teams.
• Partner with the executive team to define and execute long-term growth plans, including M&A evaluations, ecosystem investments, and go-to-market strategy.
• Represent Kronos at industry conferences, regulatory discussions, and major partner events to enhance thought leadership and visibility.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in business development, strategy, or partnerships, preferably in financial services
• Proven leadership experience driving complex, high-value partnerships across global markets.
• Deep understanding of digital asset ecosystems.
• Strong commercial acumen and executive-level communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Highly analytical and strategic thinker with strong deal structuring and execution capability.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to operate autonomously and navigate ambiguity
• Prior experience leading cross-functional initiatives with high visibility and business impact.
• Fluent in English; additional language proficiency is a plus.
• Willingness to travel internationally as required.

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