Regional Growth Manager, APAC

Are you an ambitious, commercially driven professional who thrives on building meaningful relationships and turning opportunity into long-term partnerships? We’re looking for a Regional Growth Manager, APAC to join our close-knit team in Singapore.

Whether you’re an experienced commercial manager or agency-side growth lead, and keen to take on a broader, more strategic role, this is an opportunity to make a real impact. We’re looking for a seasoned Growth Manager who thrives on the challenge of navigating complex organisations and surfacing strategic opportunities that drive sustainable, long-term growth.

You’ll have the freedom to shape your own pipeline and approach, while being supported by a collaborative global team and a strong, insight-led proposition. This role offers the chance to build a meaningful book of business with uncapped earning potential. You will be playing a visible role in shaping how Canvas8 grows and is recognised in the region.

About us

We are Canvas8, a strategic insights practice operating out of London, Singapore, New York, Los Angeles and Manila. We help our clients understand people so they can make better business decisions.

Our work investigates the hidden insights in everyday life – from the psychology of boredom to intricate K-Beauty rituals to why oshikatsu has evolved into a mainstream phenomenon – and makes them meaningful for brands. Our team is a blend of disciplines and skills – from psychology to journalism and anthropology to behavioural economics. What unites them is a desire to understand people and a passion for delivering outstanding work.

About the role

This is a pivotal commercial role focused on driving Canvas8’s growth across APAC through strategic relationship building. As Regional Growth Manager, your mission is to be the ‘architect of opportunity’, originating high-value deals by embedding yourself within the insights community. You will be helping to establish a strong, credible presence for Canvas8 in key APAC markets, including Singapore and Hong Kong.

Sitting at the heart of the sales function, you’ll play a key role in shaping how Canvas8 shows up in the region - leading with thoughtful, insight-driven conversations that resonate with senior stakeholders. You’ll be responsible for building momentum across a defined portfolio of target accounts, turning early engagement into meaningful, long-term partnerships.

Reporting to the APAC Regional Lead and working closely with regional and global colleagues, you’ll contribute to a broader commercial strategy while operating with a high degree of autonomy. Success in this role comes from balancing business development with commercial rigour - growing a high-quality pipeline, strengthening market presence, and laying the foundations for sustained expansion across APAC.

Day-to-day

• Identify and profile brand target accounts across the three strategic segments within Asia
• Execute high-quality, bespoke multi-channel outreach - crafting sophisticated, insight-led narratives that demonstrate immediate value to senior stakeholders.
• Conduct initial discovery meetings to uncover business challenges, understand how Canvas8 can enable their success, and solutionise how the Canvas8 ecosystem can solve their challenges
• Proactively identifying and qualifying new business opportunities for both Canvas8 membership and consultancy services
• Ensure every touchpoint with a prospect is premium, well-researched and adds value. Quality over quantity to build genuine credibility.
• Become a trusted partner to clients in the region and further APAC goals by using consultancy as the strategic door opener
• Build and nurture a robust network of key decision-makers within the marketing and insights ecosystem across Singapore, Hong Kong, and broader APAC markets.
• Collaborate with global and regional teams to refine sales strategies and share market insights
• Supporting the regional team with business development support at events
• Maintaining meticulous records of client interactions and sales progress within our CRM system (HubSpot)
• Opportunity to eventually manage the entire sales cycle, from initial contact and pitching to negotiation and close

About you

You’re someone who genuinely enjoys the buzz of building something from the ground up. The idea of carving out your own space in the market, opening doors, and turning first conversations into lasting partnerships really motivates you. You’re naturally proactive and persistent, with a confidence and drive that means you don’t sit back and wait for opportunities - you go out and create them.

At heart, you’re a thoughtful, people-first professional. You build trust easily, take a genuine interest in others, and approach conversations with both curiosity and commercial nous. You’re collaborative by nature, enjoy being part of a team, and contribute positively to shared goals across markets.

You understand that a successful sale isn’t just about energy - it’s about consistency and control. You bring a structured, methodical approach to your work, keeping on top of multiple conversations, priorities, and markets without losing momentum.

Requirements

• 5–7 years in B2B new business sales within marketing or consulting industries
• Demonstrated success in full-cycle sales (from prospecting to closing deals), with a focus on new business
• Experience working within the Singapore and/or Hong Kong marketing, insights, or agency ecosystem
• Exceptional ability to craft high-quality, insight-led outreach that cuts through to time-poor decision-makers
• Strong relationship-building skills with senior stakeholders
• A passion for networking and building a high-value network
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, manage a diverse portfolio of clients and prospects, and drive results across multiple markets
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in CRM management and sales pipeline planning
• Applicants must have the legal right to work in Singapore; we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role

Benefits

• The base salary range for this position is S$70,000 - S$75,000 dependent on experience + uncapped commission (a realistic OTE of S$95,000 - S$125,000)
• 15 days paid holiday (plus Singaporean public holiday)
• A month 13th bonus
• Office closure for the Chinese New Year week
• Clear career development plans and ongoing training
• Buddy System for support
• Access to physical and mental well-being support, including two Mental Wealth days
• CPF and private health plan
• Summer Fridays, seasonal benefits and staff socials
• A friendly and welcoming team

If you think this sounds like a good fit, please apply below by outlining why and attaching your CV.

Applications will close on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.

At Canvas8, we believe in the power of diversity to drive innovation. We're committed to creating an inclusive space where every individual is valued. Join us in a workplace that celebrates differences—race, gender, age, and beyond—fueling our creativity and competitive edge. We actively seek diverse talents and provide equal opportunities, free from discrimination. Shape your future with us, where diversity isn't just a value, but a key to our success.