IDM Brands is an investment venture capital incubator dedicated to building innovative brands and businesses. The company currently has a diverse portfolio comprising 12 unique brands. IDM Brands focuses on cultivating growth and driving success across various sectors, providing unparalleled support and strategic direction. Role DescriptionThis is a remote contractual role for a Head of Foreign Direct Investment (Business Development) for one of our unique partner brands. The role involves leading efforts to attract and manage foreign direct investments, developing and executing investment strategies, evaluating business opportunities, and building relationships with key stakeholders. Day-to-day tasks include analyzing financial markets, managing investment portfolios, identifying growth opportunities, and providing strategic insights to ensure business development success. The ideal candidate will play a key role in shaping and expanding investment initiatives.Location: Remote but must reside in Singapore.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute strategies for attracting high-value qualified investment leadsBuild and manage a strong pipeline of investment prospects from key sectorsGenerate high-value qualified leads through proactive outreach and cold callingManage the initial lead generation process for new targets and existing clientsCoordinate with the Investment Development team for qualified lead progressionIdentify and engage with relevant decision-makers in target marketsInitiate and conduct introductory meetings with potential investorsOrganize and manage DMC meetings and in-market tripsDevelop team budgets, travel calendars, and operational requirementsBuild strategic relationships with multipliers to enhance investment referralsIdentify business development opportunities and initiatives to improve sector ecosystemsConduct activities to raise Bahrain's profile as an investment destinationProvide regular reporting and analytics on market activitiesDevelop focused marketing and communications strategies for deal sourcingConduct comprehensive investor due diligence and qualificationStay current with business trends and market developmentsRequirementsBachelor's Degree in a related disciplineMinimum 10 years of FDI work experience Strong presentation and communication skillsProven ability to develop and manage client relationshipsExperience in business development and investment attractionProficiency in English (written/spoken)Proficiency in Mandarin (written/spoken)Leadership CompetenciesStrategic thinking and vision drivingChange managementStrategic networkingAchievement orientationCustomer centricityStakeholder managementAnalytical thinkingTechnical SkillsBusiness planning and developmentProject managementRisk managementClient relationship managementMarket analysis and researchBenefitsCompetitive salary of up to SGD163 000 - SGD240 000.Discretionary performance-related bonusAnnual telephone device allowance Reimbursement of business-related expenses and tripsCompany laptopEqual Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination PolicyEqual Employment Opportunity StatementBoth IDM Brands and our partners are Equal Opportunity Employers. For all positions, whether with IDM Brands or our partners, qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, skin color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, social origin, political opinion, or any other status protected by applicable national laws.Commitment to DiversityIDM Brands and its partners are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where all individuals are valued and respected. We recognize and celebrate the cultural diversity across Asian countries.Reasonable AccommodationsBoth IDM Brands and our partners are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and pregnant individuals, in accordance with applicable national laws. We engage in an interactive process to determine effective, reasonable accommodations.Compensation InformationFor client positions, compensation information will be provided in accordance with applicable national laws. When required by law, salary information will be included in job postings or shared during the interview process. Actual salary may depend on skills, experience, and comparison to current employees in similar roles. Salary ranges may vary based on role and location.Compliance with LawsBoth IDM Brands and our partners comply with national and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in the countries where we operate. This policy applies to all employment terms and conditions, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.Workplace HarassmentBoth IDM Brands and our partners expressly prohibit any form of workplace harassment based on any protected characteristic as defined by applicable national laws.Privacy and Data ProtectionWe process personal data for recruiting and employment purposes in accordance with applicable data protection laws in each country where we operate.Pay EquityBoth IDM Brands and our partners are committed to pay equity and conduct periodic pay equity analyses in accordance with applicable laws.Country-Specific InformationEmployment laws and practices can vary significantly across Asian countries. We comply with all applicable local laws and regulations regarding employment practices in the areas where we operate. Specific information relevant to your country will be provided during the application process.Additional Considerations1. Language: Where required by local law or where it significantly enhances accessibility, we will provide key employment information in relevant local languages.2. Cultural Sensitivity: While maintaining our commitment to equal opportunity and non-discrimination, we respect the cultural diversity across Asian countries and strive to balance international best practices with sensitivity to local customs and norms.3. Work Authorization: Compliance with local work authorization requirements is essential. Please be prepared to provide necessary documentation as required by national laws.Veteran StatusIn countries where applicable, both IDM Brands and our partners provide equal employment opportunities to veterans and comply with relevant laws regarding veteran employment.Use of Artificial Intelligence in RecruitmentKeller Executive Search and our clients may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the recruitment and candidate evaluation process. These tools are used exclusively to support human decision-making by helping to review and assess candidate qualifications and materials. AI is never used to automatically reject, disqualify, or make final hiring decisions about candidates. All AI-assisted evaluations are reviewed by experienced recruitment professionals, and all hiring decisions are made by qualified human recruiters. Our use of AI is designed to enhance fairness, consistency, and efficiency while maintaining our commitment to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination principles.Genetic InformationIn accordance with applicable laws, both IDM Brands and our partners do not discriminate based on genetic information. We do not request or require genetic information from applicants or employees, except as permitted by law.Local LawsBoth IDM Brands and our partners comply with all applicable local laws and ordinances regarding employment practices in the areas where we operate. Note: This job posting may be for a position with IDM Brands or one of our partners. The specific employer will be identified during the application and interview process. Employment laws and requirements may vary depending on the employer and location within Asia.
IDM Brands is an investment venture capital incubator dedicated to building innovative brands and businesses. The company currently has a diverse portfolio comprising 12 unique brands. IDM Brands focuses on cultivating growth and driving success across various sectors, providing unparalleled support and strategic direction.
Role Description
This is a remote contractual role for a Head of Foreign Direct Investment (Business Development) for one of our unique partner brands. The role involves leading efforts to attract and manage foreign direct investments, developing and executing investment strategies, evaluating business opportunities, and building relationships with key stakeholders. Day-to-day tasks include analyzing financial markets, managing investment portfolios, identifying growth opportunities, and providing strategic insights to ensure business development success. The ideal candidate will play a key role in shaping and expanding investment initiatives.
Location: Remote but must reside in Singapore.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute strategies for attracting high-value qualified investment leads
- Build and manage a strong pipeline of investment prospects from key sectors
- Generate high-value qualified leads through proactive outreach and cold calling
- Manage the initial lead generation process for new targets and existing clients
- Coordinate with the Investment Development team for qualified lead progression
- Identify and engage with relevant decision-makers in target markets
- Initiate and conduct introductory meetings with potential investors
- Organize and manage DMC meetings and in-market trips
- Develop team budgets, travel calendars, and operational requirements
- Build strategic relationships with multipliers to enhance investment referrals
- Identify business development opportunities and initiatives to improve sector ecosystems
- Conduct activities to raise Bahrain's profile as an investment destination
- Provide regular reporting and analytics on market activities
- Develop focused marketing and communications strategies for deal sourcing
- Conduct comprehensive investor due diligence and qualification
- Stay current with business trends and market developments
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline
- Minimum 10 years of FDI work experience
- Strong presentation and communication skills
- Proven ability to develop and manage client relationships
- Experience in business development and investment attraction
- Proficiency in English (written/spoken)
- Proficiency in Mandarin (written/spoken)
Leadership Competencies
- Strategic thinking and vision driving
- Change management
- Strategic networking
- Achievement orientation
- Customer centricity
- Stakeholder management
- Analytical thinking
Technical Skills
- Business planning and development
- Project management
- Risk management
- Client relationship management
- Market analysis and research
Benefits
- Competitive salary of up to SGD163 000 - SGD240 000.
- Discretionary performance-related bonus
- Annual telephone device allowance
- Reimbursement of business-related expenses and trips
- Company laptop
Equal Employment Opportunity and Non-Discrimination PolicyEqual Employment Opportunity Statement
Both IDM Brands and our partners are Equal Opportunity Employers. For all positions, whether with IDM Brands or our partners, qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, skin color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, social origin, political opinion, or any other status protected by applicable national laws.
Commitment to Diversity
IDM Brands and its partners are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment where all individuals are valued and respected. We recognize and celebrate the cultural diversity across Asian countries.
Reasonable Accommodations
Both IDM Brands and our partners are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities and pregnant individuals, in accordance with applicable national laws. We engage in an interactive process to determine effective, reasonable accommodations.
Compensation Information
For client positions, compensation information will be provided in accordance with applicable national laws. When required by law, salary information will be included in job postings or shared during the interview process. Actual salary may depend on skills, experience, and comparison to current employees in similar roles. Salary ranges may vary based on role and location.
Compliance with Laws
Both IDM Brands and our partners comply with national and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in the countries where we operate. This policy applies to all employment terms and conditions, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Workplace Harassment
Both IDM Brands and our partners expressly prohibit any form of workplace harassment based on any protected characteristic as defined by applicable national laws.
Privacy and Data Protection
We process personal data for recruiting and employment purposes in accordance with applicable data protection laws in each country where we operate.
Pay Equity
Both IDM Brands and our partners are committed to pay equity and conduct periodic pay equity analyses in accordance with applicable laws.
Country-Specific Information
Employment laws and practices can vary significantly across Asian countries. We comply with all applicable local laws and regulations regarding employment practices in the areas where we operate. Specific information relevant to your country will be provided during the application process.
Additional Considerations
1. Language: Where required by local law or where it significantly enhances accessibility, we will provide key employment information in relevant local languages.
2. Cultural Sensitivity: While maintaining our commitment to equal opportunity and non-discrimination, we respect the cultural diversity across Asian countries and strive to balance international best practices with sensitivity to local customs and norms.
3. Work Authorization: Compliance with local work authorization requirements is essential. Please be prepared to provide necessary documentation as required by national laws.
Veteran Status
In countries where applicable, both IDM Brands and our partners provide equal employment opportunities to veterans and comply with relevant laws regarding veteran employment.
Use of Artificial Intelligence in Recruitment
Keller Executive Search and our clients may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the recruitment and candidate evaluation process. These tools are used exclusively to support human decision-making by helping to review and assess candidate qualifications and materials. AI is never used to automatically reject, disqualify, or make final hiring decisions about candidates. All AI-assisted evaluations are reviewed by experienced recruitment professionals, and all hiring decisions are made by qualified human recruiters. Our use of AI is designed to enhance fairness, consistency, and efficiency while maintaining our commitment to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination principles.
Genetic Information
In accordance with applicable laws, both IDM Brands and our partners do not discriminate based on genetic information. We do not request or require genetic information from applicants or employees, except as permitted by law.
Local Laws
Both IDM Brands and our partners comply with all applicable local laws and ordinances regarding employment practices in the areas where we operate.
Note: This job posting may be for a position with IDM Brands or one of our partners. The specific employer will be identified during the application and interview process. Employment laws and requirements may vary depending on the employer and location within Asia.
Keller Executive Search International is a global executive search that recruits senior leaders for prominent brands and organizations. We offer full-spectrum services, such as Executive Search, Board Services, CEO Succession Planning, Executive Assessment, Business Culture Review, and Corporate Handover.
Keller Executive Search International is a global executive search that recruits senior leaders for prominent brands and organizations. We offer full-spectrum services, such as Executive Search, Board Services, CEO Succession Planning, Executive Assessment, Business Culture Review, and Corporate Handover.
