Business Development Consultant

A leading professional services firm in Singapore is seeking a Business Development Consultant to join their expanding team. This executive-level, client-facing position offers you the opportunity to play a pivotal role in supporting client acquisition, nurturing long-term relationships, and driving regional business growth across Southeast Asia.

• You will have the chance to work on high-impact cross-border projects with corporate clients and high-net-worth individuals expanding into Singapore and Southeast Asia, gaining valuable experience in international business.
• The company offers a supportive network of internal operational and advisory teams, ensuring you have the resources needed to deliver exceptional service quality and achieve commercial outcomes.
• Enjoy career growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding regional business that values entrepreneurial spirit, collaboration, and long-term commitment from its team members.

What you'll do:

• Develop and execute comprehensive business development initiatives aimed at acquiring new corporate clients as well as high-net-worth individuals seeking expansion into Singapore and Southeast Asia.
• Understand each client’s unique business, mobility, and structuring needs by conducting thorough consultations and coordinating tailored solutions across corporate services, tax advisory, and immigration.
• Conduct engaging client meetings, presentations, webinars, and networking activities to showcase the firm’s integrated solutions and build trust with prospective clients.
• Build and maintain enduring client relationships with a strong focus on service quality, commercial outcomes, and mutual success.
• Coordinate closely with internal teams including corporate secretarial, tax advisory, and case management departments to ensure seamless project execution for every client engagement.
• Support market expansion initiatives by identifying new opportunities for growth within the region and contributing to overall business development strategies.
• Work collaboratively in a performance-driven environment where clear KPIs and revenue targets guide your daily activities and measure your impact.
• Participate actively in seminars, partnerships, personal branding efforts, or private client acquisition campaigns to enhance the firm’s visibility and reputation.
• Leverage your networking skills to establish connections with industry partners, potential clients, and relevant stakeholders across Southeast Asia.
• Contribute insights from prior exposure to cross-border business or high-net-worth clientele to refine service offerings and improve client satisfaction.

What you bring:

• Minimum two years of proven experience in business development, consulting, client advisory or relationship management within corporate services, migration consultancy, wealth management, accounting/tax or related industries is required.
• Fluency in spoken and written English as well as Chinese (Mandarin) is essential for effective communication with diverse clients across Southeast Asia.
• Exceptional communication skills paired with strong interpersonal abilities enable you to build trust quickly with clients while managing relationships effectively over time.
• A commercially driven mindset combined with proactive initiative ensures you consistently identify new opportunities for growth while delivering results aligned with organisational goals.
• Experience participating in networking events such as seminars or partnership campaigns demonstrates your ability to expand the firm’s reach through personal branding or private client acquisition efforts.
• Prior exposure working with cross-border businesses or high-net-worth clientele is preferred as it equips you with valuable insights into international consulting challenges.
• Ability to coordinate seamlessly between multiple internal departments ensures smooth project execution for every client engagement.
• A collaborative approach allows you to work effectively within performance-driven environments where teamwork is key to achieving shared objectives.
• Strong organisational skills help you manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail throughout each stage of the process.
• Commitment to service quality means you consistently strive for excellence in every interaction—ensuring positive outcomes for both clients and colleagues.

What's next:

If you are ready to take your career in business development consulting further by joining a collaborative team dedicated to regional growth—this is your moment!

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted. Robert Walters (Singapore) Pte Ltd ROC No.: 199706961E | EA Licence No.: 03C5451 EA Registration No.: R26162578 Heidi Chew