Managing Director SG & SEA - Digital Agency

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

Job summary

A global digital agency seeks a Managing Director for Singapore & SEA to drive growth and build a high-performing team. This role involves shaping the agency's market strategy, engaging clients, and managing P&L to ensure profitability. Candidates should have proven leadership experience in a top agency, deep expertise in Southeast Asian markets, and exceptional communication skills. This is a career-defining opportunity to innovate and shape the future in a dynamic digital environment.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in a top agency, managing large teams & regional operations.
• Deep expertise in Southeast Asian markets.
• Track record of driving growth and managing P&Ls.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Shape the agency's proposition and drive revenue expansion.
• Attract, develop, and lead top talent.
• Own client relationships and craft strategic solutions.
• Manage P&Ls and drive profitability.
• Elevate market positioning through PR and marketing.

Skills

Leadership experience

Stakeholder management

Commercial mindset

Communication skills

Team building

Job description

Managing Director SG & SEA (Digital Agency)

About the job Managing Director SG & SEA (Digital Agency)

Our client, a global digital agency with 24 offices worldwide and part of a leading network group, is expanding in Asia! As they scale their presence, theyre looking for a Managing Director, Singapore & SEA to lead the charge in driving growth, building high-performing teams, and positioning the agency as a market leader in the region.

This is a career-defining opportunity for a visionary leader to shape strategy, spearhead business development, and make a significant impact across Southeast Asia.

What You'll Be Doing

Growth & Market Leadership Shape the agencys proposition, identify opportunities, and drive revenue expansion in Singapore and Southeast Asia.

Team Building & Talent Development Attract, develop, and lead top talent, fostering a high-performance culture.

Client & Partner Engagement Own client relationships, craft strategic solutions, and collaborate with global teams to deliver impactful work.

Regional Expansion Work closely with leadership teams in North Asia & Greater China to strengthen collaboration and innovation.

Commercial Excellence Manage P&Ls, drive profitability, and ensure the agency achieves ambitious revenue targets.

Thought Leadership Elevate the agency's market positioning through PR, marketing, and industry engagement.

What You Bring

Proven leadership experience in a top agency, managing large teams & regional operations.

Deep expertise in Southeast Asian markets, with a strong commercial mindset.

Track record of driving growth, winning new business, and managing P&Ls.

Exceptional communication & stakeholder management skills across all levels.

This is a rare opportunity to lead, innovate, and shape the future of a top-tier agency in Southeast Asia. If you're ready for your next big challenge, wed love to hear from you!