Market Director - APAC

RICS INTERNATIONAL LIMITED Singapore Branch; Singapore; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

RICS is seeking a Market Director - APAC to provide strategic leadership and drive sustainable business growth across the region. This role will involve engaging with senior stakeholders, representing RICS, and overseeing financial performance while ensuring alignment with global objectives.

Qualifications

• Senior-level leadership experience in business development.
• Proven track record of delivering business growth.
• Experience with senior stakeholders in government and industry.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership across the designated market.
• Drive business development to expand reach and revenue.
• Cultivate relationships with corporate customers and government bodies.

Skills

Financial acumen

Commercial growth

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Team leadership

Job description

Vacancy NameMarket Director - APAC

About Us

Flexible/Agile Working: We know that great ideas and strong relationships thrive when people come together. That’s why we follow a hybrid approach, balancing in-person collaboration with flexibility.

This role requires three days a week working in person, which may include time spent in the office and at client premises, ensuring the right mix of teamwork, connection, and focused work.

“Shape the future of the built and natural environment with RICS.”

As part of our ongoing commitment to strengthening RICS’ impact in the built environment, this new role has been created to support key strategic initiatives and drive best practices. The position reflects the evolving needs of the industry and RICS’ dedication to upholding professional standards in land, real estate, construction, and infrastructure.

With 134,000 members worldwide and a presence in key financial markets, RICS continues to evolve in response to industry needs, regulatory changes, and emerging trends. The development of this role reflects

Role Purpose and Key Responsibilities

As Market Director, you will provide strategic leadership across your designated market and region, ensuring RICS meets the needs of its members, customers, and stakeholders while driving sustainable business growth.

Reporting to the Global Markets Director, you will lead market development, stakeholder engagement, and commercial growth. You will shape RICS’ profile and influence within the region’s economic and professional landscape, representing RICS with senior government officials, industry leaders, and corporate partners.

• Lead RICS’ regional strategy, ensuring alignment with global objectives while responding to local market needs.
• Drive business development, expanding RICS’ reach and revenue across both established and emerging markets.
• Cultivate high-level relationships with corporate customers, government bodies, and professional partners.
• Oversee the region’s financial performance, ensuring profitability and cost efficiency.
• Represent RICS at major industry events, policy forums, and me

About You

• Senior-level leadership experience in a commercial, business development, or market development role.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen, with a proven track record of delivering business growth.
• Experience building trusted relationships with senior stakeholders across government, industry, and corporate sectors.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to navigate complex market landscapes.
• Experienced team leader, passionate about coaching and developing others.

Equal Opportunity Employer - RICS is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to our recruitment process.