Business Development Executive/Manager

CraveFX Private Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading creative agency in Singapore is seeking an experienced professional focused on people management and business development. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience in agency or advertising, be proactive, and excel in building long-term client relationships. Responsibilities include expanding the agency's reach and managing client accounts, with an emphasis on sales and collaboration with creative teams.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in people management, particularly at the manager level.
• Experience in agency or advertising is preferred.
• Project management experience considered a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Expand reach in animation, motion graphics, visual effects, and interactive content.
• Conduct market research and reach out to prospective clients.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations.
• Collaborate with creative and production teams for project needs.
• Negotiate contracts and close deals to exceed sales targets.

Skills

People management

Interpersonal skills

Business development

Sales negotiation

Client relationship management

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a people person with strong interpersonal skills and a background in agency or advertising. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience, with a strong focus on people management—particularly if applying at the manager level. While project management experience is a bonus, we are especially keen on someone who thrives on building relationships. If you are proactive, collaborative, and passionate about growing creative partnerships, we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Focus on expanding our reach in animation, motion graphics, visual effects, and interactive content by identifying and targeting new business prospects.
• Reach out to prospective clients through market research, business directories, client referrals, cold calling, and direct fieldwork.
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to identify potential growth areas.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders to ensure long-term success and repeat business.
• Prepare and deliver compelling sales presentations that showcase CraveFX’s capabilities and provide tailored solutions to potential clients.
• Collaborate closely with the creative and production teams to develop proposals and ensure that client needs are met throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their vision and objectives for each project, translating these into clear and concise notes for the producers.
• Coordinate the formulation of price quotations, submit sales contracts for orders, handle invoicing, and maintain accurate client records.
• Negotiate contracts and close deals to achieve and exceed sales targets.
• Service and maintain both short-term and long-term client relationships, manage existing accounts, and up-sell CraveFX’s services based on client needs.
• Assist in the administrative work needed for approvals, submissions, and reconciliation, ensuring smooth operation across all activities.
• Be responsible for achieving sales targets by leveraging existing accounts and driving new business development.

Qualifications

3–5 years of experience with a strong focus on people management (especially at the manager level). Experience in agency or advertising is preferred. Project management experience is a bonus. A proactive, collaborative mindset and a passion for growing creative partnerships are highly valued.