Business Development Executive (Singapore)

Kensington Trust Group; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional growth opportunities

Competitive compensation

Flexible work model

Job summary

A leading fiduciary services provider in Singapore is seeking a Business Development professional to support the Director in pursuing new business opportunities and enhancing client relationships. The role requires at least 2 years of experience in financial services, strong communication skills, and a client-centric approach. The position offers competitive compensation, professional growth opportunities, and a flexible hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in the financial services sector.
• Candidates with additional experience may be considered for senior roles.
• Fluent in English; Mandarin is a bonus.
• Pro-active team player with strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the Director in identifying new business opportunities.
• Assist with client service and administrative support.
• Prepare presentations and marketing material for clients.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure excellent client onboarding.

Skills

Business development experience

Client service experience

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Risk awareness

Education

Diploma in any related field

Job description

The role is for Kensington Trust Singapore Limited (Singapore)

Your Role & Responsibilities

Business Development

• Support the Director, Head of Client Relationship in identifying and pursuing new business opportunities within the high‑net‑worth, tax, legal, private bank, and financial services sectors
• Assist the Director, Head of Client Relationship in all aspects of client service and administrative support
• Support projects around company initiatives on business development
• Assist in preparing and delivering presentations, proposals, and pitches to prospective clients, with a focus on promoting the company’s trust and fiduciary business
• Prepare presentation decks and marketing material for client presentation
• Identify cross‑selling opportunities for existing clients, leveraging the company’s full suite of services, including trustee and corporate services
• Serve as the primary client‑facing representative for ongoing support to intermediaries, addressing day‑to‑day inquiries and maintaining strong client relationships

Onboarding

• Collaborating with internal teams to deliver on client requests and ensure excellent client experience when onboarding clients or intermediaries
• Work closely with compliance on onboarding new clients, ensuring all documentation and compliance requirements are completed efficiently

What We Are Looking For

Education

• Diploma in any related field

Skills & Experience

• At least 2 years of experience in the financial services sector in the roles of either business development, client service roles, onboarding, or similar
• Candidates with more experience will be considered for a more senior position, compensation will commensurate accordingly with relevant experience in the role
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; fluent in English, and Mandarin will be a bonus
• Demonstrates good interpersonal skills, pro‑active team player and able to work independently
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple client cases and business development initiatives simultaneously
• Highly proactive and diligent in follow up and follow through, with a client‑centric mentality
• General sense of risk awareness. Risk conscious with emphasis on sensitive data sharing
• Experience and understanding of trust structures, fiduciary duties, and corporate governance is a bonus (but not mandatory)

Traits

• Growth‑Oriented: Possess a strong drive to proactively identify new opportunities and achieve revenue targets.
• Relationship‑Driven: Strong interpersonal skills used to build trust, ensure client satisfaction, and maximise cross‑selling opportunities.

What We Offer

• Professional Growth – We value commitment and provide opportunities for professional development, industry exposure and professional memberships.
• Competitive Compensation – Structured salary package with annual reviews, discretionary performance bonuses and a fixed bonus.
• Flexible Work – Hybrid model with remote options giving you autonomy while ensuring productivity.