Director, Head of Intermediary, Wealth Management

Empower Partners Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global asset manager is seeking a Director, Head of Intermediary, Wealth Management in Singapore. This role involves defining strategies to grow the intermediary segment and leading business development with banks and financial advisors. Candidates should have 10+ years of relevant experience and a strong understanding of the local landscape. You will be key in driving AUM growth and represent the firm with stakeholders. Competitive candidates will have strategic and execution-focused leadership skills.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in wealth management distribution or intermediary sales.
• Strong understanding of the Singapore intermediary landscape.
• Proven track record in building intermediary distribution businesses.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the strategy for intermediary wealth management growth.
• Lead business development across banks and wealth management channels.
• Identify new distribution opportunities and partnerships.

Skills

Wealth management distribution

Stakeholder management

Strategic leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

About Our Client

Our client is a leading global asset manager with a long-standing track record across multiple asset classes. The firm continues to invest heavily in digital capabilities, data, and research, reinforcing its commitment to delivering differentiated investment solutions and a high-quality client experience.

As part of its ongoing investment in the wealth management business, the firm is strengthening its distribution team and is appointing a Director, Head of Intermediary, Wealth Management (Singapore) to drive strategic growth across the intermediary segment.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the strategy to grow the intermediary wealth management segment in Singapore.
• Lead business development across banks and wealth management channels.
• Identify and develop new distribution opportunities, partnerships, and scalable growth initiatives.
• Partner closely with product, investment, digital, and marketing teams to align solutions with intermediary needs.
• Leverage the firm’s research and digital platforms to deepen distributor engagement and enhance value delivery.
• Monitor market trends, competitive dynamics, and regulatory developments impacting distribution strategy.
• Drive AUM and revenue growth through disciplined execution and clear performance metrics.
• Act as a senior representative of the firm with key intermediary partners and industry stakeholders.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in wealth management distribution, intermediary sales, or related roles.
• Strong understanding of the Singapore intermediary landscape, including banks and IFAs.
• Proven track record in building and scaling intermediary distribution businesses.
• Strategic, commercially minded, and execution-focused leadership style.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Bachelor’s degree required; relevant professional qualifications preferred.

Application Process

Please submit your resume to Emily Tan at [e-mail].

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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