Job Description

Reporting to the Director - China and North Asia, and working with other team members, you will plan, oversee and organise projects, programs and business activities through effective research & analy Reporting to the Director - China and North Asia, and working with other team members, you will plan, oversee and organise projects, programs and business activities through effective research & analysis, marketing & PR, and coordination with all relevant parties for achieving SBF's mission and vision, as well as the divisional objectives, which include: Cover the assigned market/s (China and North Asia) and oversee the end-to-end process of identifying companies, account development, business development, project facilitation, deal origination, and stakeholders' management (incl. foreign governments, trade offices, Singapore government and agencies) Engage Singapore companies and develop deep understanding of company's needs and operations for internationalisation projects, with the objective of helping the company to secure overseas sales and/or investments Organise business activities such as business missions and facilitate formation of Singapore companies' participation in trade fairs Strengthen SBF's ties with relevant government agencies, various business associations and international organizations, especially in China and North Asia markets Create awareness and interest for business opportunities in China and North Asia region Advocate for the needs of Singapore companies in China and North Asia markets, while facilitate companies' expansion to China and North Asia region Provide market research and intelligence input on the assigned market(s) or region Job Responsibilities: Create and manage projects, events, and seminars to promote and develop trade and investments, including facilitating deals and projects for member companies for the China and North Asia region. Facilitate bilateral and multi-lateral business committee meetings, preparation of meeting reports, presentation materials, etc. Assist in facilitating key initiatives, including key flagship events and projects, such as China-ASEAN Expo, and China International Import Expo. Assist and contribute to partnership building for SBF's key initiatives. Organise business activities such as business missions and facilitate formation of Singapore companies' participation in overseas trade fairs, missions, and workshops. Drive China and North Asia market programmes and activities through marketing and coordination with all relevant parties. Identify business trends and opportunities in China and North Asia and generate business opportunities for Singapore companies. Maintain and enhance working relationships with local and foreign partners, including government bodies, business chambers / associations and Singapore and foreign companies. Manage the database of companies and maintain relationships with them. Conduct research work into different markets and industries. Job Requirements: A minimum of 7 years of working experience in marketing/ business development, corporate secretaries, event planning and execution A good understanding of local and international business environments, and how economic and political trends impact business Relevant working experience in the relevant countries would be an added advantage Strong interpersonal and communication skills Proficiency in English, both written and spoken Effectively bilingual, with good translation skills for business correspondence from English to Chinese and vice versa for the China region fluency in a North Asian language would be an added advantage for the North Asia region to liaise with associates from assigned markets Willing to travel Interested applicants should send in their detailed resume stating why they are suitable for the role their notice period and expected salary. We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.