Deputy General Manager (China & Europe Market Development) / Senior Consultant

AIVAR EDUCATION PTE. LTD.; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An education consultancy firm in Singapore seeks an experienced professional to support international market development and education strategy focused on China and Europe. Candidates should have 5-8 years of experience in consulting, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in English and Mandarin. This role involves strategizing for market expansion, engaging with educational institutions, and managing partnerships. Willingness to travel internationally is essential.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of relevant experience in international market development or senior management support.
• Proven ability at senior advisory or managerial level.
• Proficiency in English and Mandarin; additional European language skills a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to expand the company's international presence.
• Identify and cultivate institutional partnerships and recruitment channels.
• Conduct market research and report findings to senior management.
• Engage with schools and educational networks for academic cooperation.
• Plan and manage educational study tours and official delegations.

Skills

International market development

Stakeholder management

Cross-border education knowledge

Communication skills

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree or above in Business, Education, Management, International Relations, or related field

Job description

Job Description

The employee is responsible for supporting the Company’s senior management in international market development, education strategy, and external representation, with a primary focus on China and Europe. Key duties include:

• Developing and implementing strategies to expand the Company’s presence and operations in China and Europe

• Identifying and cultivating institutional partnerships, recruitment channels, and long-term collaboration opportunities in target markets

• Conducting market research, preparing strategic analyses, and reporting findings to senior management

• Providing strategic advisory support on education trends, market positioning, and programme development

• Engaging with schools, education networks, and relevant government or semi-government organisations to facilitate academic cooperation

• Planning and managing educational study tours, youth exchange programmes, and official delegations, including logistics, coordination, and post-visit reporting

• Serving as the Company’s official representative to the Singapore Guangdong Chamber of Commerce and other relevant institutions

• Supporting external communications, stakeholder engagement, and corporate representation activities

• Undertaking additional consultancy, outreach, or special assignments as delegated by senior management

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or above in Business, Education, Management, International Relations, or a related field

• Minimum 5–8 years of relevant experience in international market development, consulting, education services, or senior management support roles

• Strong understanding of cross-border education markets, institutional collaboration, and international partnership development

• Proven ability to operate at a senior advisory or managerial level, supporting strategic planning and execution

• Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills

• Ability to work independently while collaborating closely with senior leadership

• Proficiency in English and Mandarin; additional European language skills are an advantage

• Willingness to undertake international travel and represent the Company in official or professional settings