Job description
Are you a senior commercial leader with a passion for driving growth across diverse international markets? Do you thrive on building strategic partnerships, closing transformative deals, and leading high-performance teams? Private Advertiser invites you to shape the next phase of our Asia expansion and to own the region's revenue growth.
As Head of Business Development - Asia, you will define and execute a scalable growth strategy across APAC, identify and close strategic partnerships, and lead a regional BD function that integrates with product, marketing, and operations. You will own the P&L for the region, manage budgets and forecasts, and ensure a data-driven approach to prioritizing opportunities and optimising pricing, packaging, and go-to-market motions. You will build and mentor a high-performing team, establishing clear KPIs and career paths to attract top talent.
Your success will be measured by sustainable revenue growth, an expanding partner ecosystem, rapid market entry in priority territories, and a strong brand presence in competitive markets. You will represent the company in senior-level negotiations with agencies, advertisers, and technology partners, delivering long-term value for clients and shareholders. This is a high-visibility role requiring strategic thinking, excellent stakeholder management, and the ability to operate with autonomy in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
We offer a competitive compensation package, meaningful equity where appropriate, and a collaborative culture that prioritises learning and impact. If you are ready to lead Asia's growth with a trusted brand, apply now.
Responsibility
- Develop and execute a scalable Asia-focused growth strategy to deliver sustained revenue expansion.
- Identify, negotiate, and manage strategic partnerships, alliances, and channel programs across APAC markets.
- Lead, mentor, and scale a regional business development team; set KPIs, conduct performance reviews, and recruit top talent.
- Collaborate with product, marketing, and operations to optimize go-to-market plans, pricing, and packaging for regional customers.
- Drive new market entry: assess opportunities, select target segments, and oversee local go-to-market execution.
- Manage budgets, forecasts, and P&L to ensure profitable growth and efficient resource allocation.
- Establish a robust sales pipeline, monitor metrics, and report progress to executive leadership.
- Represent the company in high-stakes negotiations with agencies, customers, and partners to secure long-term value.
Qualification
- 10+ years in business development or sales leadership with a proven track record delivering revenue growth in APAC markets.
- Strong network with agencies, advertisers, technology partners, and enterprise buyers across Asia.
- Hands-on experience leading cross-functional teams, budgets, and P&L management.
- Bachelor's degree required; MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred.
- Exceptional communication, negotiation, and strategic thinking skills with a data-driven mindset.
- Ability to travel regionally and adapt to a dynamic, fast-paced environment.