Chief Corporate Development Officer

About the Role

Our client, a prominent leader within Singapore's industry landscape and a purpose-driven social enterprise, is seeking to appoint a Chief Corporate Development Officer. This position directly partners with the Chief Executive Officer to shape and steer enterprise-wide strategy, governance, and execution. The organization prides itself on a strong culture of innovation and excellence and aims to continuously evolve its capabilities to facilitate sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the CEO's strategic partner, ensuring alignment and governance across all business units.
• Manage Board and executive governance processes, and coordinate leadership priorities effectively.
• Translate strategic goals into measurable organizational outcomes through corporate scorecards, KPI frameworks, and collaborative strategic budgeting with the Finance team.
• Implement and uphold rigorous program management to drive execution of critical strategic initiatives.
• Identify and pursue opportunities to optimize organizational performance.
• Lead the corporate development agenda, including mergers and acquisitions, strategic partnerships, and post-merger integrations.
• Champion initiatives around enterprise AI, innovation, digital transformation, and automation to strengthen organizational capabilities for the future.

Candidate Requirements

• A minimum of 15 years in senior leadership roles such as corporate development, strategy consulting, investment banking, corporate strategy, or equivalent executive roles in large organizations.
• Proven experience collaborating with Boards and senior leadership, leading strategic planning, enterprise-wide transformations, and complex cross-functional projects.
• Strong commercial and financial acumen, including involvement in M&A deals, corporate finance, budgeting, and performance management.
• Deep understanding and appreciation of AI technologies, digital transformation, and technology-driven business innovation.
• Exceptional stakeholder management and influencing skills, with the gravitas and executive presence to engage senior executives, government bodies, and strategic partners.

Additional Information

• This is a newly created leadership role within the organization.
• Salary offered ranges from S$350,000 to S$400,000 annually, plus bonuses.
• Applications are preferred from candidates eligible to work in Singapore.

Application Process

Candidates interested in this senior leadership position are encouraged to submit their resume referencing the job title and code. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.