Business Development Manager - Financial Services

The French Chamber of Commerce in Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An international business association in Singapore seeks a Business Development Manager to drive new business opportunities in wealth and fund management. The role requires strong networking skills and expertise in alternative funds and structured products. Ideal candidates will have 5-8 years of relevant experience, a bachelor's degree, and exceptional communication abilities. Fluency in English is essential, with Mandarin as a plus.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in Business Development within the corporate and fund & wealth service industry.
• Expertise in Alternative Funds and Structured & Wealth Products.
• Strong understanding of CMS licensing and MAS regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities with stakeholders.
• Deliver innovative business solutions to clients.
• Build and maintain a robust new revenue pipeline.

Skills

Business Development

Campaign Management

Product Management

Networking

Market Intelligence

Sales Quota Achievement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, or a related field

Job description

On behalf of one of its clients in Wealth and Fund management activities, the French Chamber of Commerce is looking for a Business Development Manager

Responsibilities

• Business Origination, Networking and Opportunity Identification:
  • Identify and develop new business opportunities with fund managers, wealth managers and family offices seeking regulatory hosting and support solutions.
  • Demonstrate strong network and utilize your networks across APAC to identify new opportunities, diversify revenue channels, and capture new client segments.
• Client Solutions:
  • Understand the company’s industry and ecosystem thoroughly, identify external collaboration partners and business opportunities and deliver innovative business solutions to clients.
• Revenue Pipeline Management:
  • Proactively build and maintain a robust new revenue pipeline, showcasing quarterly growth.
• Activity and Progress Management:
  • Develop a business development plan and maintain a high level of activity with meaningful progress, including making calls, scheduling meetings, defining next steps, and following up promptly.
• Sales Quota Achievement:
  • Meet or exceed sales quota goals and objectives consistently.
• Industry Representation:
  • Actively participate in industry panels, conferences and networking events to build relationships, stay informed on market trends, and enhance the company’s visibility within the community.
• Marketing Support:
  • Collaborate internally to develop promotional materials, campaigns and event strategies.
  • Contribute to brand visibility and lead generation efforts through active input on marketing initiatives.
• Market Intelligence:
  • Stay updated on regulatory changes, market developments and competitor offerings to identify new opportunities.
• Brand Ambassadorship:
  • Act as a brand ambassador in all client interactions, consistently embodying the company's values and commitment to excellence.

Requirements

• Experience:
  • 5-8 years of experience in Business Development, Campaign Management, or Product Management within the corporate and fund & wealth service industry, preferably in both B2C and B2B setups.
• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in finance, business, or a related field is preferred, or relevant coursework in these areas.
• Industry Expertise:
  • Demonstrated expertise in Alternative Funds and Structured & Wealth Products, with a deep understanding of market dynamics.
  • Strong understanding of CMS licensing and MAS regulatory frameworks. Familiarity with fund structures, investment vehicles and tax regimes will be a plus.
• Communication Skills:
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate ideas effectively. Fluency in English is a must, ideally also in Chinese (Mandarin) to engage Mandarin-speaking clients.
• Organizational Skills:
  • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to details, capable of managing multiple tasks and projects concurrently.
• Work Style:
  • Ability to thrive both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Think out of the box and entrepreneurial mind are key to be successful in this position.