Country Director

COUNTRY DIRECTOR - SINGAPORE

Digital Transformation & IT Services

$30M Revenue Leadership

ROLE SUMMARY

We are a specialist recruitment firm partnering with a leading global IT services consultancy (China-headquartered, Global focus) to recruit their Country Director for Singapore.

This is a high impact leadership role combining sales strategy and operations management. You'll lead a team of 4-5 sales and presales professionals, targeting Tier-1 BIFS companies (Banking, Insurance, Financial Services) in Singapore with a $30M annual revenue target.

The current Country Director is being promoted and transferred in October. This is a replacement hire with immediate impact. You'll step into an established market with existing client relationships and a growing team.

Hiring timeline

2-round interview process

Decision within 2 weeks

THE OPPORTUNITY

What You'll Own:

• Drive new business development in BIFS sector (Banking, Insurance, Financial Services)
• Lead, mentor, and scale a 4-5 person sales and presales team
• Own $30M annual team target with P&L responsibility
• Build processes, hiring strategy, and operational excellence
• Establish relationships with Tier-1 financial institutions in Singapore
• Develop go-to-market strategies for AI, Cloud, Data, and Software Development solutions

About the Company

• Global IT Services Consultancy specializing in Digital Transformation, AI, Cloud Infrastructure, Data Analytics, Software Development, and IT Outsourcing
• China-headquartered with growing global presence
• Enterprise-focused, working with Fortune 500 and Tier-1 regional companies
• Consultancy DNA similar to IBM, Accenture, TCS, Infosys, FPT, etc.

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

Must-Haves:

• 8+ years in IT sales
• Fluent in English and Mandarin (CRITICAL for this role)
• Sales and operations experience
• Familiarity with Singapore's landscape and Tier-1 companies

Nice-to-Haves

• Experience with AI, Cloud, Data transformation solutions
• Track record managing small team
• Relationships with Tier-1 institutions in Singapore
• Experience in IT outsourcing or managed services sales
• Exposure to Chinese business culture and headquarters dynamics

INTERVIEW PROCESS

Screening call with recruitment team - focus on background, consultancy experience, and sales track record

Round 1 (60 mins): In-depth interview with hiring manager (Regional VP) - strategy, team management, and BIFS sector knowledge

Round 2 (60 mins): In-depth interview with Global Business Head

HOW TO APPLY

Apply directly through LinkedIn or email your CV to Sign in to view email or WhatsApp me at +85261430712

Reach out - Happy to discuss the role, company, and opportunity in detail. Chinese a must.