About the Role
We are looking for an entrepreneurial and commercially driven Director to lead the establishment and growth of a new manpower solutions business in Singapore.
The successful candidate will take ownership of setting up the business, developing its strategic direction, building a client portfolio, establishing operational processes, and driving revenue growth.
This is a leadership opportunity for an individual with strong experience in recruitment, manpower solutions, business development, and operations who is capable of building a business from inception and taking it towards sustainable growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Business Setup & Strategic Development
- Lead the overall establishment and development of the manpower solutions business in Singapore.
- Develop the business strategy, operational framework, and growth roadmap.
- Identify target industries, market opportunities, and potential business segments.
- Establish business processes, policies, and operational structures.
- Drive the company’s positioning and competitive advantage in the manpower industry.
- Business Development & Client Acquisition
- Identify, approach, and acquire new corporate clients.
- Build a strong pipeline of prospective clients and business opportunities.
- Develop strategic partnerships with local and overseas organisations.
- Lead commercial negotiations, proposals, pricing, and service agreements.
- Establish long-term relationships with key clients and business stakeholders.
- Recruitment & Manpower Solutions
- Develop recruitment and manpower sourcing strategies to meet client requirements.
- Establish candidate sourcing channels and recruitment networks locally and internationally.
- Oversee end-to-end recruitment and manpower deployment operations.
- Develop solutions for permanent placement, contract staffing, and other manpower services, as applicable.
- Ensure timely fulfilment of client manpower requirements.
- Operations & Regulatory Compliance
- Oversee day-to-day business operations and service delivery.
- Establish operational policies, procedures, and internal controls.
- Ensure compliance with Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower (MOM) regulations, Employment Agencies Act, and applicable employment legislation.
- Coordinate relevant employment agency licensing and regulatory requirements.
- Monitor service quality and operational efficiency.
- Team Building & Leadership
- Build and lead the business development, recruitment, and operations teams.
- Recruit, train, and develop employees as the business expands.
- Establish performance targets, KPIs, and accountability structures.
- Create a performance-driven and customer-focused working environment.
- Financial & Business Performance
- Develop business budgets, revenue forecasts, and financial targets.
- Manage operational costs and business profitability.
- Monitor financial performance and identify opportunities for growth.
- Report business progress, challenges, and strategic plans to shareholders/directors.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, Management, or a related field.
- Minimum 8–10 years of relevant experience in recruitment, manpower solutions, staffing, or HR services.
- Demonstrated experience in business development, client acquisition, and commercial negotiations.
- Strong understanding of Singapore’s manpower and recruitment industry.
- Knowledge of MOM regulations, Employment Agencies Act, and employment pass processes.
- Experience in setting up, developing, or expanding a business will be an added advantage.
- Strong leadership, entrepreneurial, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work independently and take ownership of business growth.
- Strong commercial acumen and strategic planning capabilities.
Key Success Factors
- Successfully establish and launch the manpower solutions business.
- Build a sustainable client portfolio and generate new revenue streams.
- Develop reliable recruitment and manpower sourcing networks.
- Establish compliant and efficient business operations.
- Build a capable team to support business expansion.
- Achieve agreed business growth and profitability targets.
What We Offer
- An opportunity to lead and build a new business venture.
- Strategic leadership and decision-making opportunities.
- Competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience.
- Performance-based incentives based on business growth and agreed targets.