Senior Vice President, ASEAN

Company Overview

The Opus Agency Asia Pacific is a cutting-edge global full-service event agency employing over 400 professionals across the United States, London, Sydney, Singapore, and New Zealand. Trusted by leading global brands and emerging category innovators, Opus Agency has evolved over four decades into a dynamic organization powered by talent, culture, and integrated event capabilities. Their success stems from the synergy and potential of people collaborating globally.

Role Summary

The Senior Vice President (SVP) for ASEAN serves as a pivotal member of the Extended Leadership Team, guiding strategic direction, operational excellence, and commercial growth throughout the ASEAN markets. Based in Singapore with a hybrid working model and about 15-20% travel, this role leads cross-functional teams including Production, Operations, and Client Services, overseeing business performance, talent management, and client partnerships to realize sustainable growth aligned with Opus Agency’s global strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct daily operations of ASEAN business units including Production, Operations, and Client Services teams based in Singapore.
• Manage financial performance — forecasting, revenue growth, profitability, and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with Executive Vice President and SVP ANZ to formulate and execute regional APAC business strategies.
• Develop and implement growth strategies including regional market expansion, strategic partnerships, and introduction of new services.
• Build and nurture strong client relationships to ensure exceptional service and sustainable account growth.
• Discover new business opportunities to increase revenue and market influence.
• Promote collaboration between regions, sharing best practices and improving operational efficiency.
• Lead workforce planning, recruitment, performance management, and retention to establish a high-performing, engaged team culture.
• Instill a growth-oriented mindset across creative, production, and operational functions.
• Represent the company at industry forums, enhancing its market leadership and thought leadership profile.
• Track and improve business performance metrics continuously across operations, personnel, and client delivery.

Candidate Profile

• Significant leadership experience within agency, events, experiential marketing, or comparable creative services sectors.
• Track record of managing business operations and delivering strong commercial and financial outcomes.
• Proven ability to devise and implement growth plans, grow client bases, and identify new revenue avenues.
• Expertise in operational efficiency, resource allocation, forecasting, and profit and loss oversight.
• Competence in building inclusive, accountable, and highly motivated teams.
• Strong communication and influence skills, adept at engaging stakeholders at multiple organizational levels and geographies.
• Experienced in representing organizations externally through industry engagement and thought leadership activities.

Competencies and Skills

• Strategic leadership and business vision
• Financial acumen and profit management
• Business growth and revenue strategy formulation
• Operational optimization and process enhancements
• Stakeholder communication and influence
• Talent acquisition, development, and organizational scaling
• Culture building and employee engagement
• Decision-making and complex problem-solving
• Client relationship management
• Change management and adaptability
• Emotional intelligence and inclusive leadership

Additional Information

• Physical demands include sustained sitting; occasional standing and regular travel by various modes of transportation.
• The role requires eligibility to work in Singapore and may necessitate background screening.
• The agency values diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing reasonable accommodations for disabilities and hiring based on merit and business needs.

Benefits and Work Environment

• Access to advanced technology tools to support performance.
• Opportunities to work with leading global brands.
• Global travel possibilities.
• Paid birthday leave and monthly wellness days.
• Regular company social activities.
• Hybrid workplace environment in a modern setting.
• Competitive paid parental leave policies.
• In-house learning and development programs with dedicated personal growth funding.

Encouragement to Apply

The company encourages applicants from diverse and under-represented backgrounds to apply and embraces candidates who might not meet every qualification perfectly but have a growth mindset and eagerness for the role or related opportunities.