Business Development Director

Location: Phnom Penh Cambodia

Job Type: Full-time

Job Sector: Real Estate

Salary Range: USD $8000 $10000 commission on sales/deals

This is a founding commercial role focused on developing the companys Korean market for an ambitious industrial project in Cambodia. As Business Development Director you will lead efforts to attract Korean manufacturers investors and partners handling every stage from market research to closing deals. Reporting to the board and based in Phnom Penh you will serve as the face of the project for Korean clients and have the autonomy to build the market channel from scratch.

This role is ideal for a senior-director level real estate professional with established Korean market experience and a minimum of ten years in real estate development asset management or investment. The ideal candidate has a record of closing deals with Korean corporates or institutional investors preferably within the industrial or commercial property sector. Experience selling industrial park solutions to Korean manufacturers in Southeast Asia is highly advantageous and the role suits a self-starter comfortable driving new projects in unstructured environments.

• Proactively seek and establish relationships with potential Korean clients investors and partners to develop new business opportunities.
• Conduct market research to identify potential markets and analyze industry trends competitive landscapes and customer preferences.
• Develop tailored market entry strategies for Korean markets including the identification of potential business partners target clients and appropriate product positioning.
• Design and execute sales and marketing strategies to promote real estate projects to Korean investors and clients.
• Negotiate and close deals with clients investors and partners including contract negotiation pricing discussions and structuring of joint ventures or partnerships for mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Establish and maintain long-term relationships with clients investors and partners to secure repeat business and referrals including participation in industry events and building a strong professional network.
• Provide regular reports on market activities sales performance and industry trends utilizing data analysis to identify areas for improvement and to offer strategic recommendations.

• A bachelors degree or higher in Real Estate Architecture Business Finance or a related field is required.
• A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in real estate development asset management or investment is essential.
• Native or business-fluent Korean language skills are required along with excellent communication skills in English.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate resources strong business acumen quantitative analytical skills strategic thinking and proficiency in financial modeling are essential.
• Must be an excellent team player with a proactive mindset strong business and financial awareness and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Regional experience in Southeast Asia is a strong advantage.
• Willingness to travel internationally sometimes on short notice is required.

This company is a leader in developing Cambodias next-generation food industry operating at the intersection of FMCG innovation and real estate development. Based in Cambodia it is recognized for establishing large-scale industrial infrastructure and advancing the regional food processing ecosystem. The companys integrated approach aims to build a modern sustainable food sector while supporting the countrys evolving economic landscape.