Business Development Manager

Company Description Akulaku Group is a prominent banking and digital finance platform with a strong presence in Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Malaysia. The company’s mission is to address the financial needs of underserved communities in emerging markets by providing innovative services like digital banking, digital financing, digital investment, and insurance brokerage. Akulaku’s offerings include its virtual credit card, ecommerce platform, and solutions like Asetku and OneAset for wealth management. Additional initiatives include Neobank, a mobile digital bank powered by Bank Neo Commerce, and OwnBank, a financial management app. By 2025, Akulaku Group aims to serve over 50 million users across the region. Role Description This is a full-time, on-site role for a Business Development Manager based in Makati. The Business Development Manager will be responsible for identifying and developing strategic business opportunities, building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and partners, and driving revenue growth. The role involves market analysis, developing proposals, negotiating contracts, and leading business initiatives. The manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams to align strategies and meet organizational goals. Qualifications Expertise in business development, strategic planning, and market analysis.Strong relationship-building, client management, and negotiation skills.Proficiency in financial management, budgeting, and forecasting.Proven ability in working collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results under tight deadlines.Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or a related field. MBA is a plus.Experience in the digital finance, banking, or fintech sectors is advantageous.Proficiency in CRM tools and software is beneficial.Familiarity with the Southeast Asian financial market is an added advantage.