Manager,ASEAN & Global(Kuala Lumpur,Malaysia)

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Company Name

Cradle Fund Sdn. Bhd. (Cradle) (Financial Services Company)

Job Title

Manager, ASEAN & Global

Location/ Country

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur,Malaysia.

Salary (Relative Currency)

-

Job Description

1.Global Market Access
❗️Drive curated expansion programs for Malaysian startups entering global markets.
❗️Develop and manage partner-led programs with international accelerators, corporates, and ecosystem players.
❗️Facilitate sandbox opportunities for startups to test solutions in global markets.

2.Ecosystem Building
❗️Build strong relationships with global startups, investors, mentors, and ecosystem builders.
❗️Execute initiatives like Beyond Borders and ASEAN CrossConnect to foster cross-border collaboration.
❗️Represent Malaysia in global forums and thought leadership platforms.

3.Program Management
❗️Plan and deliver global networking events, investor sessions, and masterclasses.
❗️Monitor KPIs for global expansion, partnerships, and ecosystem engagement.
❗️Ensure compliance with collaboration agreements and project implementation plans.

4.Stakeholder Engagement
❗️Collaborate with government agencies, corporates, and international partners.
❗️Drive strategic partnerships to enhance Malaysia’s global positioning.

Job Requirement

Core Competencies

1.Deep Understanding of Global Startup Ecosystems & Market Entry Strategies
❗️Knowledge of major global startup hubs and their dynamics (e.g., Silicon Valley, Singapore, Seoul).
❗️Familiarity with international regulatory frameworks, compliance requirements, and cultural nuances.
❗️Ability to design and implement market access programs tailored for different regions.

2.Exceptional Stakeholder Management & Networking Skills
❗️Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with global investors, accelerators, corporates, and government agencies.
❗️Skilled in negotiation and partnership development to secure strategic collaborations.
❗️Strong communication and interpersonal skills for engaging diverse stakeholders across borders.

3.Project Management & Ecosystem Development Expertise
❗️Experience in planning and executing large-scale international programs and events.
❗️Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with clear timelines and KPIs.
❗️Strategic thinking to identify gaps in the ecosystem and develop initiatives that drive measurable impact.

Core Technical
1.Global Market Entry Strategy
❗️Ability to design and execute strategies for entering new international markets, including feasibility studies and risk assessments.

2.Partnership Development
❗️Expertise in identifying, negotiating, and managing strategic partnerships with global accelerators, corporates, and ecosystem players.

3.Regulatory & Compliance Knowledge
❗️Understanding of international business regulations, trade policies, and startup compliance requirements.

4.Analytical skills for KPI tracking and impact reporting.