Head of Business Development- Asset Management

We are mandated by an established asset management firm to look for a Head of Business Development. This executive is responsible for client relationships across institution and wholesale, drives regional capital-raising efforts, and manages sales teams to expand the asset management firm's market share and product distribution across key Asian financial hubs.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy: Build and execute a regional growth plan to secure institutional and wholesale clients.Leadership: Manage and mentor local sales, client service, and product specialist teams.Capital Raising: Secure new assets from pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, insurers, and family offices.Partnerships: Form and manage distribution partnerships with local banks and wealth platforms.Market Insight: Track regional economic trends and competitor products to spot new openings.Compliance: Work with legal teams to meet local financial rules across different Asian countries.

Requirements and Skills

Experience: 12+ years in asset management sales or business development in Asia.Network: Strong existing ties with institutional investors in Hong Kong, Singapore, and key Asian markets.Leadership: Proven success in leading high-performing regional teams.Product Knowledge: Deep understanding of public markets, private assets, or alternative investment funds.Education: Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, or a related field (MBA or CFA is a plus).Languages: Fluent in English; proficiency in Mandarin, Cantonese, or another regional language is an advantage.