Business Development Manager

BORIENT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Borient is looking for a Business Development Manager to drive growth in AI entrepreneurship education and intelligent wealth management. The role involves identifying new markets, cultivating partnerships, and leading business initiatives in a dynamic, mission-driven environment, perfect for entrepreneurial thinkers eager to make an impact.

Benefits

Performance-based bonuses

Regional travel opportunities

Equity or profit-sharing schemes

Flexible work environment

Access to AI mentors

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of business development experience.
• Track record of closing deals and expanding markets.
• Strong presentation and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure strategic alliances with educational institutions.
• Perform market research to find new business opportunities.
• Lead execution of signed deals and monitor KPIs.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Market Analysis

Job description

Join Borient as a Business Development Manager

Drive Growth at the Forefront of AI Entrepreneurship Education & Intelligent Wealth Management

1. Introduction: Why Borient?

Borient is more than just a company—we are a movement shaping the future of business, education, and wealth through artificial intelligence. Founded on the belief that entrepreneurial thinking is the engine of sustainable progress, Borient builds platforms, ecosystems, and institutions that equip the next generation of innovators with the tools to thrive in an intelligent economy.

With a global footprint stretching across Singapore, China, and Southeast Asia, Borient operates at the intersection of AI-powered education , intelligent business transformation , and digital wealth ecosystems . We are proud to lead initiatives that blend cutting-edge AI systems with real-world applications in entrepreneurship , compliance , financial planning , and leadership development .

As we scale, we are inviting talented individuals to shape this vision with us. One of our most critical roles is that of the Business Development Manager —a trailblazer who will identify new markets, cultivate partnerships, and drive strategic growth initiatives across our expanding portfolio.

2. About the Role: Business Development Manager

The Business Development Manager is a high-impact leadership role designed for professionals with a strong drive to create, connect, and commercialize.

This individual will be at the center of Borient’s expansion strategy, helping us penetrate new markets, establish corporate alliances, and co-develop programs across our core verticals:

• AI Entrepreneurship Education Systems
• Intelligent Wealth Management Solutions
• Global Business Incubation Networks
• AI-Driven Governance and Compliance Tools

Key Responsibilities

As a Business Development Manager at Borient, you will:

a) Strategic Partnerships & Alliances

• Identify, qualify, and secure new strategic alliances with educational institutions, accelerators, and industry groups.
• Engage in deal structuring, joint ventures, and memorandum of understanding (MoU) development.
• Build partnership pipelines in ASEAN, Greater China, and emerging markets.

b) Market Development & Opportunity Scouting

• Perform industry and competitive research to identify trends and whitespace opportunities.
• Analyze data to prioritize countries, regions, and sectors for business expansion.
• Support pilot program launches and assess go-to-market fit across different demographics.

c) Sales Enablement & Client Engagement

• Work with internal product and marketing teams to co-create compelling pitches.
• Conduct high-level business development meetings with C-suite decision-makers, academic deans, and government agencies.
• Build long-term client relationships and serve as an evangelist for Borient’s brand and vision.

d) Project Leadership & Execution

• Lead end-to-end execution of signed deals, from onboarding to revenue realization.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders including legal, operations, and marketing.
• Monitor KPIs, build dashboards, and report growth performance directly to executive leadership.

3. Candidate Profile: Who We Are Looking For

We are looking for mission-driven professionals who are entrepreneurial at heart and strategic in execution. The ideal candidate is a builder , a connector , and a doer .

Must-Have Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of business development, sales, strategic partnerships, or corporate development experience.
• Demonstrated ability to close deals, expand markets, or scale programs in startup, education, fintech, or consulting settings.
• Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven record of independently leading initiatives and managing complex stakeholder relationships.

Bonus Skills & Experience

• Experience working with cross-border teams or regional expansion (esp. Singapore, China, ASEAN).
• Knowledge of AI, entrepreneurship, digital learning, or wealth management domains.
• Multilingual proficiency (e.g. English + Chinese) is an advantage.
• Understanding of startup ecosystems, educational partnerships, or corporate learning.

4. Our Culture: How We Work at Borient

At Borient, we don’t hire task-followers —we hire entrepreneurial thinkers . Every team member is empowered to act as a co-creator and leader in our growth journey.

We use a proprietary “Five-Dimensional Talent Radar” to guide recruitment:

• Empathy in Collaboration – Prioritizing stakeholder value and team alignment.

• Self-Driven Personality – Internal motivation, initiative, and ownership.

• Cognitive Clarity – Clear thought process and structured decision-making.

• Strategic Agility – The ability to shift gears and pursue breakthrough results.

• Mission Alignment – Shared purpose and long-term commitment to Borient’s impact goals.

Our team members thrive on autonomy, mutual trust, and a sense of purpose. We believe in celebrating small wins, sharing bold ideas, and supporting one another with radical candor and care.

5. Impact Areas: Where You’ll Make a Difference

AI Entrepreneurship Education

You'll help scale our flagship programs like BAIS (Business AI Systems) and EAIS (Entrepreneurship AI Systems) —enabling young innovators, working professionals, and corporate leaders to build ventures with AI fluency.

Wealth Management Systems

Borient is at the forefront of digitizing private banking and wealth advisory. Your work will contribute to the deployment of intelligent solutions that power family offices , financial planners , and intergenerational wealth platforms .

Corporate Ecosystems & DAO Integration

We are redefining how companies grow and govern themselves. As a BD Manager, you may explore Decentralized Autonomous Organization (DAO) structures to co-build with global talents and partners.

6. Compensation, Benefits & Growth

We believe that those who grow Borient should grow with Borient. We offer:

• Competitive salary & performance-based bonuses
• Regional travel opportunities to represent Borient at summits, expos, and partnerships
• Equity or profit-sharing schemes for high-performing team members
• Flexible work environment : hybrid / remote structure, outcome-oriented
• Leadership fast track : progress into Director-level roles within 12–18 months based on results
• Access to top-tier AI mentors , strategic advisors, and a global support ecosystem

7. Our Global Mission

Borient's long-term vision is to become the AI-powered McKinsey meets Y Combinator for Asia , empowering people with:

• Entrepreneurial intelligence
• AI literacy
• Wealth creation capability
• Global citizenship values

Through our subsidiaries and alliances (e.g. HerbAI , ESG AI , CWMC , NewAsia Talent ), we aim to create a decentralized innovation system rooted in education, ethics, and economic inclusion.

8. How to Apply

If you’re inspired to make a difference and believe you have what it takes to grow with Borient, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now: [e-mail]
Please send:

• Your resume (PDF)
• A short cover letter (optional)
• Any relevant portfolio, pitch decks, or project links

9. Final Note from Leadership

At Borient, we are building something bigger than ourselves —a movement to empower millions with the mindset, tools, and confidence to shape their future with AI.

If you’ve ever felt that your ideas were “too ambitious” or “too different” for traditional corporate environments, we welcome you with open arms. We are not looking for someone who just wants a job—we’re looking for someone who wants to change the world with us.

Let’s build the future together.

—
Professor Patrick Khor
Group Chairman, Borient