China GTM & Business Development Manager

Crypto Pro Network; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Singapore is seeking a China GTM & Business Development Manager to drive their entry and growth in China. This role focuses on designing a comprehensive market-specific GTM strategy, building high-impact partnerships, and localizing messaging for the Chinese market. The ideal candidate should have over 5 years of experience, a strong network in AI and blockchain industries in China, and be fluent in both Mandarin and English. This role offers the chance to be at the forefront of a dynamic tech market.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of BD, partnerships, or GTM experience in China within AI, Web3, blockchain, or deep tech.
• Proven track record of executing enterprise deals and market-entry strategies.
• Strong existing network across Chinese enterprises, academic institutions, Web3 protocols, and regulators.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement a comprehensive China-specific GTM strategy.
• Localize Sentient’s narrative, messaging, and campaigns for China.
• Identify, prioritize, and close strategic partnerships in China.
• Build long-term relationships with Chinese AI/tech enterprises, universities, and policy bodies.
• Represent Sentient at industry events, policy forums, and conferences in China.
• Partner with local media, KOLs, influencers, and developer groups to drive awareness and adoption.
• Lead community initiatives (meetups, hackathons, pilots) to accelerate grassroots traction.
• Monitor local industry trends, regulatory shifts, and competitive landscape to guide China strategy.
• Act as the bridge between the Chinese ecosystem and Sentient’s global team, informing product, ecosystem, and governance roadmaps.

Skills

BD experience in AI

Partnerships in Web3

GTM experience

Fluent Mandarin

Strong negotiation skills

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking a China GTM & Business Development Manager to drive Sentient’s entry, growth, and leadership in China. This role is central to executing a market-specific go-to-market strategy, building high-impact partnerships, and establishing Sentient as a premier decentralized AI project in one of the most advanced tech markets in the world.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement a comprehensive China-specific GTM strategy to achieve ecosystem penetration, developer adoption, and enterprise partnerships.
• Localize Sentient’s narrative, messaging, and campaigns for Chinese cultural, regulatory, and industry contexts.
• Identify, prioritize, and close strategic partnerships across enterprises, research institutions, and protocols.
• Build long-term relationships with Chinese AI/tech enterprises, universities, and policy bodies.
• Represent Sentient at industry events, policy forums, and conferences in China.
• Partner with local media, KOLs, influencers, and developer groups to drive awareness and adoption.
• Lead community-facing initiatives (meetups, hackathons, joint research pilots) to accelerate grassroots traction.
• Monitor and analyze local industry trends, competitive landscape, and regulatory shifts to guide Sentient’s China strategy.
• Act as the bridge between the Chinese ecosystem and Sentient’s global team, ensuring local insights inform global product, ecosystem, and governance roadmaps.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of BD, partnerships, or GTM experience in China within AI, Web3, blockchain, or deep tech.
• Proven track record of executing enterprise deals and market-entry strategies.
• Strong existing network across Chinese enterprises, academic institutions, Web3 protocols, and regulators.
• Fluent in Mandarin and English, with excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Deep understanding of China’s AI, blockchain, and regulatory landscape.
• Entrepreneurial, metrics-driven mindset; thrives in fast-paced, high-autonomy environments.
• Prior experience at pre/alpha product-stage launches a strong plus.