Job posting: Senior Business Development Executive

Posted on: 06/03/2019

Senior Business Development Executive

FMR Research and Advisory is a UK-based business research firm covering emerging markets.

We opened an office in Yangon in 2014, providing subscription-based and customised research services for local and international clients.

We currently publish four subscription services in Myanmar, the Myanmar Real Estate & Construction Monitor, the Myanmar Energy Monitor, the Myanmar Transport Infrastructure Monitor and the Myanmar Financial Services Monitor.

For more information please visit our site at www.frontiermyanmar.com

We are currently looking to fill an important new role in our Business Development team in Yangon. The position will contribute directly to growing our business in Myanmar, building on our existing platform and diversifying our range of services. It offers an opportunity to be part of a fast-growing business with a strong reputation and exciting future plans.

The role spans a range of skillsets, including business development, sales, client management and research, networking and more.

Specific responsibilities will include:

  • Contacting and meeting potential clients
  • Presenting FMR’s subscription and customised research services
  • Drafting proposals and following up on leads
  • Managing ongoing client relationships
  • Providing ideas on product development
  • Representing the company at networking events in Myanmar and overseas
  • Working closely with our research and editorial team

The ideal candidate will:

  • Have at least 2-3 years of experience in a related B2B field
  • Be bilingual in Myanmar and English
  • Be commercially driven, dynamic and outgoing
  • Have a strong network of business contacts in Myanmar
  • Be familiar with the type of services being offered by Frontier 
  • Be comfortable interacting with both local and foreign companies

Start date: April-May 2019

To apply: Interested applicants should please send a CV and short covering email to Jordan Zele at jordan.zele@frontiermyanmar.com

Salary: Dependent on experience