Senior Regional Business Development Director (Mergers & Acquisitions)

LIT STRATEGY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; Remote; SGD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading business development firm in Singapore is seeking a Senior Regional Business Development Director (M&A) to drive M&A opportunities across ASEAN markets. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of experience in M&A or business development, strong networking skills, and a willingness to travel throughout the region. This role offers competitive compensation and opportunities for international exposure.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Career growth prospects

International exposure opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in M&A or business development.
• Strong personal network across ASEAN, especially in Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Singapore.
• Willingness to travel frequently across ASEAN.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement M&A strategies to achieve growth objectives.
• Source potential acquisition opportunities through existing networks.
• Negotiate deal structures and terms to ensure value creation.
• Represent the company at business forums and networking events.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Networking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics

MBA or equivalent qualification preferred

Job description

Position Overview

The Senior Regional Business Development Director (M&A) is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and securing M&A opportunities across ASEAN markets. This leadership role requires a seasoned professional with deep regional exposure and a strong network of business owners, senior executives, and investors.

The incumbent will leverage established relationships and market insights to source, structure, and execute M&A transactions that align with the company’s growth strategy. A strong understanding of regional business landscapes, particularly in Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Singapore.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement regional M&A and business development strategies to achieve the company’s growth objectives.
• Source and identify potential acquisition, investment, or partnership opportunities through an existing network of business owners, CEOs, and key decision-makers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate leaders, private equity firms, investment banks, and advisory networks across ASEAN.
• Conduct preliminary deal evaluation, financial analysis, and due diligence coordination in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Negotiate deal structures, terms, and conditions to ensure value creation and alignment with corporate goals.
• Collaborate closely with the executive team and legal advisors to manage the end-to-end M&A process from origination to post-merger integration.
• Provide insights into regional market trends, competitor activities, and potential targets to support strategic decision‑making.
• Represent the company at business forums, networking events, and industry conferences to enhance visibility and partnership opportunities.

Key Requirements

• Ready list of SME network across ASEAN (minimally Singapore and another ASEAN country)
• Willingness to travel frequently across ASEAN. Preference will be given to candidates who are willing to be based for at least half a year abroad

Other requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Economics, or related field; MBA or equivalent qualification preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in M&A or business development.
• Strong personal network and established relationships with business owners, investors, and senior executives in Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Singapore.
• Deep understanding of regional business environments, regulatory frameworks, and investment landscapes.
• Exceptional negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
• Highly self‑motivated, strategic, and able to operate independently in a fast‑paced, results‑driven environment.
• Willingness to travel frequently across ASEAN. Preference will be given to candidates who are willing to be based for at least half a year abroad

Being a boutique, there is an expectation that the job scope will be over and above what is described, and we are all expected to be hands‑on. You can expect to have first‑hand experience working with the founders and clients directly.

We offer you:

• Competitive Compensation in line with industry standards
• Great career growth prospects and international exposure opportunities

Interested applicants, do submit your application to [e-mail] and including the following details:

1. Detailed CV / Resume

Due to the high volume of applicants, do note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.