Chief Financial Officer

AmorePacific; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global beauty company in Singapore is seeking a Regional Director to drive strategic initiatives and oversee business operations across the APAC region. This role requires fluency in Korean and English, along with 15+ years of leadership experience. A strong focus on managing P&L and mentoring teams is essential. The successful candidate will play a vital role in bridging communication between regional teams and the headquarters in Korea.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of leadership experience in regional or multi-country roles, ideally in APAC.
• Proven ability to manage complex cross-border operations and drive business growth.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the regional strategy in alignment with global HQ directives.
• Manage the region’s full P&L, drive cost control initiatives.
• Build, manage, and mentor high-performing local and regional teams.

Skills

Fluency in English

Fluency in Korean

Leadership experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA or similar advanced degree

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

1. Regional Strategy & Business Leadership

• Develop and execute the regional strategy in alignment with global HQ directives.
• Identify growth opportunities across key APAC markets and lead execution of new market entries, partnerships, and regional initiatives.
• Serve as the key bridge between Korean HQ leadership and local/regional operations, translating corporate goals into regional action plans.

2. Cross-Functional Operations & P&L Ownership

• Oversee all business operations across APAC markets, ensuring profitability, compliance, and operational efficiency.
• Manage the region’s full P&L, drive cost control initiatives, and optimize resource allocation across countries.

3. HQ Liaison & Communication

• Maintain regular and effective communication with HQ (in Korea) and Korean expats in the region.
• Prepare and deliver reports, presentations, and strategic updates in both Korean and English.
• Ensure local execution aligns with HQ’s standards, cultural expectations, and long-term vision.

4. Leadership & People Management

• Build, manage, and mentor high-performing local and regional teams.
• Support the integration of HQ leadership into regional operations.
• Foster a collaborative, multicultural working environment that reflects both global and local perspectives.

5. Risk Management, Governance & Compliance

• Ensure all operations comply with local laws and global corporate governance.
• Identify risks across operations, finance, and HR, and implement mitigation strategies.

Qualifications:

• Fluency in English and Korean (written and spoken) is mandatory (primary liaison between regional teams and HQ Korea).
• 15+ years of leadership experience in regional or multi-country roles, ideally in APAC.
• Proven ability to manage complex cross-border operations and drive business growth.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to navigate both Korean and international business cultures.
• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or similar advanced degree preferred.