Manager/ Senior Manager - Business Development

1) Manager - Business Development

Job Responsibilities:

a) Research & Strategic Analysis

• Conduct comprehensive research and intelligence gathering across property sector, competition, pricing, business models, and financial viability.
• Evaluate new business opportunities including land acquisitions, partnerships, and alternative asset classes.
• Translate research into clear insights, presentations, and strategic recommendations for senior management.
• Maintain and continuously enhance internal market intelligence databases and knowledge resources.

b) Feasibility Studies & Investment Evaluation

• Prepare business cases, white papers, and Board/management papers, while contributing to the shaping of development concepts and commercial strategies.
• Develop financial models, feasibility studies, and investment appraisals, including scenario analysis, sensitivity testing, and risk assessments to support informed decision-making.

c) Execution and Project Management

• Support execution of business development initiatives, from initial planning through to implementation and completion
• Coordinate partner sourcing, stakeholder engagement, and consultant appointments, including managing tender processes where required
• Assist in deal execution processes, supporting internal approvals, manage project timelines, deliverables, and cross-functional coordination to ensure smooth and timely implementation

Job Requirements:

• Degree preferably in Business, Finance, Economics, Marketing, or related fields.
• 4-6 years of relevant experience in business development, corporate strategy, investment analysis, or property development.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in feasibility studies.
• Ability to synthesise research and data into clear, structured insights and presentations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; able to engage internal and external stakeholders effectively.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently across multiple projects.
• Strong proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel.
• Willingness to travel (Johor and other project locations, as required).
• Good communication skill in written and spoken English.

2) Senior Manager - Business Development

Job Responsibilities

a) Business Development & Strategic Growth

• Identify, evaluate, and pursue strategic ecosystem, investment, and partnership opportunities in property development, real estate investments, and related industries.
• Proactively identify, cultivate, and engage potential tech partners, investors, institutions, universities, and such other catalysts to strengthen the township ecosystem and support long-term growth objectives.

b) Joint Ventures & Strategic Partnerships

• Lead discussions and negotiations with potential partners, investors, and stakeholders.
• Structure commercial arrangements and partnership frameworks that align with business objectives.

c) Project Evaluation & Investment Analysis

• Assess strategic fit, ecosystem impact, and commercial viability before proposing management recommendations.
• Prepare presentations and concept papers for Senior Management.

d) Stakeholder Management

• Establish and maintain effective relationships with government agencies, consultants, investors, and business `partners.
• Represent the company in industry events, networking engagements, and business forums.
• Collaborate with internal departments to ensure alignment and successful execution of approved initiatives.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Property Development, Real Estate, International Business, or a related field.

• Minimum 8–12 years of experience in business development, strategic partnerships, investment promotion, ecosystem development, stakeholder engagement, or related career.

• Proven track record in developing high-value strategic partnerships, managing key stakeholder relationships, attracting investments, securing collaborations, or driving business growth initiatives.

• Experience engaging with government agencies, industry associations, multinational corporations, universities, research institutions, investors, or technology companies is highly desirable.

• Strong presentation, communication and networking skills, with the ability to represent the company confidently at senior management, government, investor and industry engagements.

• Fluent in both English and Chinese languages.

• Frequent travel is required to meet potential business partners, investors, government agencies, and project stakeholders across Malaysia and overseas where necessary.