Senior BD Manager - SEA

Own and grow trading volume in your assigned region through KOL partnerships, affiliate programmes, and BD-led community initiatives

Identify, approach, and close relationships with high-impact KOLs — crypto influencers, trading communities, and content creators with proven conversion track records

Leverage your existing network to accelerate onboarding: bring in fellow BDs, KOLs, and partners you've already built trust with

Develop and execute region-specific go-to-market strategies, adapting global BD playbooks to local market dynamics

Represent the exchange at regional events, meetups, and in key community channels

Work closely with Product, Marketing, and Compliance to structure competitive partnership terms

Minimum 3+ years of BD experience at a centralised exchange (CEX), with a track record you can demonstrate in trading volume or partnership outcomes

Proven BD track record at a centralised exchange (CEX) — demonstrated in trading volume growth or partnership outcomes

Proven specialisation in KOL acquisition and affiliate programme management — not just relationship maintenance, but origination and deal-closing

An existing network in your region: KOLs, BD counterparts, community leads, or trading groups you have active relationships with and can activate

Based in target market; no relocation considered

Comfortable operating with a high degree of autonomy and ownership in a lean, fast-moving team

Demonstrated ability to build a sub-team or bring in talent from your prior network

Active in the local crypto trading community, not just professionally but personally