Manager/Asst Director, Business Development SICC, 3 Year contract

Supreme Court; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading judiciary organization in Singapore is seeking a Manager/Assistant Director for Business Development. This role involves promoting the Singapore International Commercial Court internationally, building stakeholder relationships, and enhancing Singapore's position as a dispute resolution hub. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant degree and 3 to 8 years of experience in business development, with strong analytical, communication, and event planning skills. A career here provides the opportunity to contribute to an innovative and trusted judiciary.

Qualifications

• 3 to 8 years of progressive experience in business development or related sector.
• Proven track record in project management and stakeholder relationship development.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Promote the SICC internationally and build stakeholder relationships.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis.
• Plan and execute flagship conferences and seminars.

Skills

Strong analytical and communication skills

Experience in event planning and coordination

Understanding of international commercial dispute resolution

Digital marketing and social media management

Education

Bachelor's degree in law, business, or international relations

Job description

What the role is:

The Judiciary - comprising the Supreme Court, State Courts and Family Justice Courts - is one of the three constitutional pillars of government in Singapore. Known collectively as SG Courts, we are integrated and coordinated to serve as one judiciary. As an organ of state, the Judiciary’s function is to independently administer justice. Headed by the Chief Justice, we are a forward‑looking, innovative and trusted judiciary. Built on judicial professionalism and transparency, we maintain the highest standards of integrity in safeguarding our community. We pledge to ensure equal and continuous access to justice, and we are committed to deliver justice that is fair and impartial. A career in SG Courts will enable you to help us achieve the Judiciary’s vision of inspiring public trust and confidence in providing an effective and accessible justice system in an outward-facing, court user‑centric judiciary.

MANAGER/ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, BUSINESS DEVELOPMENTSINGAPORE INTERNATIONAL COMMERCIAL COURT(3-YEAR CONTRACT)

What you will be working on:

Reporting to the Director (Business Development), your role as an Manager/Assistant Director, Business Development for the SICC is critical to the organisation's success. You will promote the SICC internationally, build stakeholder relationships, and position Singapore as a leading dispute resolution hub.

Strategic Development & Market Intelligence:

• Conduct market research and competitive analysis of international dispute resolution institutions
• Develop comprehensive stakeholder mapping and database management
• Support corporate counsel engagement strategies and sectoral campaigns
• Coordinate international roadshows and overseas engagement missions

Programme & Event Management:

• Plan and execute flagship conferences, colloquia, and seminars
• Coordinate international court‑to‑court engagement programmes and roundtables
• Manage logistics and support materials for judicial speaking engagements
• Oversee planning and implementation of legal education series and programmes

Digital Strategy & Content Management:

• Support SICC website revamp and ongoing content management
• Develop and execute LinkedIn growth strategy and social media engagement
• Create business development content for various platforms and stakeholder communications
• Prepare market intelligence reports and strategic briefing materials

Stakeholder Engagement & Relationship Management:

• Handle complex business development enquiries and relationship development
• Coordinate high‑level stakeholder meetings and international delegation visits
• Support partnership development with dispute resolution institutions
• Manage corporate counsel and sectoral outreach initiatives

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor's degree in law, business, international relations, or related field
• At least 3 to 8 years of progressive experience in business development, international business, strategic event planning & management, legal services, or related sector
• Proven track record in project management and stakeholder relationship development
• Strong analytical and communication skills – written and verbal - with attention to detail
• Experience in event planning, coordination, and implementation
• Understanding of or strong interest in international commercial dispute resolution
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Experience in digital marketing and social media management would be advantageous
• Background in legal services or dispute resolution sector would be advantageous
• International exposure or cross‑cultural working experience would be advantageous

Note:Only short‑listed candidates will be notified. Thank you for your interest in this position and in the Judiciary.

About Supreme Court

Standing at the apex of an effective and efficient court system, the Supreme Court’s vision is to be a “Leading, Trusted Judiciary. Ready for Tomorrow”. Our mission is to provide accessible justice that commands trust, respect and confidence.

These are our success outcomes:

• A thought leader in jurisprudence and court excellence
• Effective access to fair hearings
• High performing, service‑oriented and passionate workforce
• Innovative and future‑ready organisation

A career at the Supreme Court will enable you to contribute and enhance the administration of justice. You will be part of a committed team of professionals who seek to provide access to justice with fairness, impartiality, integrity and responsiveness.