PeopleCert is hiring a Business Development Manager for Southeast Asia to lead the promotion and expansion of our LANGUAGECERT portfolio. In this remote role, you will be responsible for driving new business opportunities, establishing high-impact relationships, and ensuring market penetration across the region.
What You'll Do
- Identify and develop business opportunities for LANGUAGECERT in Southeast Asia through direct sales and channel partnerships.
- Build and manage a strong pipeline of leads and key accounts.
- Forge and nurture high-impact relationships with senior decision-makers in language education and assessment.
- Develop go-to-market strategies tailored to each country’s unique language education landscape.
- Ensure market penetration and brand awareness of LANGUAGECERT certifications in both public and private sectors.
- Participate in trade shows, language education events, and strategic forums across the region.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with global product and marketing teams to drive local adaptation and growth.
What We're Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree.
- 10+ years of experience in business development.
- Proven success in consultative B2B sales and partnership development.
- Deep understanding of the language learning and assessment landscape in Southeast Asia, including key stakeholders, regulatory environments, and market trends.
- Experience in working across diverse cultural contexts and multi-country portfolios.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- Fluency in English (C2 level).
- Tech-savvy, with familiarity in CRM systems such as Microsoft Dynamics.
Nice to Have
- Postgraduate qualification.
- Experience in the language testing, education, EdTech, or certification sectors.
- Proficiency in any major Southeast Asian language.
Technical Stack
- Microsoft Dynamics
Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive remuneration package.
- Flexible working model.
- Two free vouchers per year for any certification from the PeopleCert portfolio.
- Dynamic and international working culture.
- Exposure to global education innovation and professional growth opportunities.
Work Mode
This is a remote position based in Southeast Asia.
PeopleCert is an equal opportunity employer.
