Malaysia Market Lead (Integrated Communications)

Global Integrated Comms Agency Expanding from regional HQ into MalaysiaLocation: Kuala Lumpur, MalaysiaWho’s hiringA global, award-winning integrated communications agency with a strong base in Singapore, now expanding into Malaysia. They are consumer-first with a sprinkle of corporate, and are building a leadership presence in KL to anchor current client demand and drive future growth across key categories, including lifestyle, entertainment/IP, wellness, luxury, and tech.What’s the roleThey’re looking for a senior leader (Director / Senior Director level) to build the Malaysia market, stabilising current client work, shaping the local capability, and scaling the business with the backing of the Singapore HQ. This is a role for someone entrepreneurial, strategic, and commercially wired, someone who genuinely wants to create, not just operate.You’ll have the autonomy to set the culture, shape the team structure, and identify where the biggest opportunities lie, all while being supported by a strong Singapore leadership bench.Who are you?Is already based in Malaysia (non-negotiable) and comes with strong senior client relationships/networks in-marketOperates at Director / Senior Director level and is ready for more ownershipKnows integrated comms inside-out. Consumer first, but comfortable managing corporate accounts.Builds trusted relationships with senior clients and loves being in the room where decisions are madeThinks commercially - P&L doesn’t scare you, it interests youEnjoys developing people and growing capabilitiesGets energy from building - structure, culture, pipeline, momentumWorks independently but values a collaborative regional partner in SingaporeWants to shape something from day one, not just maintain someone else’s blueprintWhat's in it for you? This is one of those rare inflection-point roles where you walk in at the start, and what this becomes in Malaysia will have your fingerprints all over it. It’s a build role. A market creation role. A legacy role.