Connecting...

Regional Business Development / Operations Manager

Job title: Regional Business Development / Operations Manager
Location: Singapore
Specialisation: Engineering & Manufacturing
Salary: SGD 84,000 - 132,000 (Annual)
Reference: PR/096634
Job published: February 05, 2026 21:28
Work Arrangement: Hybrid

OVERVIEW

Our client, a Japan-origin manufacturer, is looking for a Regional Business Development / Operations Manager for their Singapore HQ.

 

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibility 1 — Business Development / Sales (ASEAN / SEA)

  • Drive business development and sales activities for their buses and related mobility solutions in the ASEAN region
  • Build and maintain relationships with local partners, customers, government bodies, and related agencies
  • Conduct market research and formulate regional business strategies

 

Responsibility 2 — Investor Relations / Fundraising Support

  • Support investor meetings, business explanations, and negotiation activities
  • Assist in planning for future fundraising and potential IPO
  • Organize financial and business information and prepare investor materials

 

Responsibility 3 — Singapore Office Operations & Global Governance

  • Oversee overall operations of the Singapore HQ office
  • Manage relationships and contracts with accountants, lawyers, and external vendors
  • Ensure compliance with local regulations, employment laws, and corporate governance
  • Coordinate with Japan HQ and ASEAN subsidiaries to strengthen global operational alignment

 

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Must-Have Requirements

  • Business-level proficiency in English (for investor communication and overseas stakeholders)
  • Business-level proficiency in Japanese (for HQ liaison and internal communication)
  • Ability to work in Singapore
  • Willingness to travel across ASEAN / SEA (1–2 times per month)

 

Good-to-Have Requirements

  • Foundation knowledge in finance, investment, or corporate planning
  • Experience in IR, fundraising, or investor engagement
  • Experience in EV, mobility, infrastructure, or startup industries
  • Background in business setup or overseas office operations

 

BENEFITS

Salary: SGD 7,000 – 11,000 (depending on experience and skills)

Working Hours: 9:00AM-5:00PM (Monday-Friday)
Bonus: Yes (depending on the performance)
Opportunity to work at the global HQ of a fast-growing Japanese EV manufacturer, with direct exposure to ASEAN business expansion and future IPO preparation
 

JAC Recruitment

1 Raffles Place #42-01, One Raffles Place, Tower 1, Singapore 048616

EA License No: 90C3026

EA Personnel: R25128801

EA Personnel: Risako Hemmi