【B2B】BD Manager -AI

A pioneering AI-driven financial research infrastructure provider is seeking a Business Development Manager to spearhead its expansion in Taiwan’s dynamic financial sector. This is a rare opportunity to join at the ground floor, working directly with the CEO and an accomplished headquarters team to shape the company’s presence in one of Asia’s most influential markets.

What you'll do:

As Business Development Manager, you will play a pivotal role in expanding the reach of an innovative AI-powered financial research platform throughout Taiwan’s sophisticated banking landscape. Your day-to-day activities will centre on building trusted relationships with senior IT leaders at major financial institutions—leveraging both your personal network and recent high-profile client wins. You will orchestrate every stage of the sales process: from identifying prospects through tailored outreach; conducting compelling product demonstrations; crafting bespoke proof-of-concept proposals; negotiating terms; and ultimately closing deals that deliver value for all parties involved. In addition to direct sales efforts, you will nurture strategic alliances with leading system integrators—coordinating joint marketing initiatives and sharing insights that drive mutual growth. By mapping out key stakeholders within each target organisation and staying attuned to regulatory developments or budgetary cycles, you will ensure timely engagement that resonates with client priorities. Representing the company at flagship fintech events will further amplify your influence while keeping you connected to evolving market needs. Your ability to synthesise market intelligence into actionable strategies will be instrumental in shaping both immediate wins and long-term success.

• Develop and execute comprehensive business development strategies targeting Taiwan’s leading financial holding companies, ensuring consistent pipeline growth and opportunity management.
• Leverage existing client engagements as reference points to initiate meetings with key IT and digital decision-makers at prominent institutions such as Fubon, CTBC, E.SUN, Mega, Taishin, Yuanta, and SinoPac.
• Manage the entire sales cycle from initial outreach through product demonstrations, proof-of-concept proposals, negotiations, and successful deal closure.
• Cultivate and maintain strong channel partnerships with system integrators including SYSTEX, TPIsoftware, Syscom, supporting joint go-to-market activities and shared pipeline development.
• Coordinate closely with reseller partners to ensure seamless integration of solutions into client environments while maximising mutual business outcomes.
• Map out organisational structures within target clients to identify decision-makers, understand procurement processes, and anticipate budget cycles for optimal engagement timing.
• Represent the company at key industry events such as FinTech Taipei, FinTechSpace, and TFTA forums to enhance brand visibility and network with potential clients.
• Gather market intelligence on emerging trends in AI/LLM adoption within Taiwan’s banking sector to inform product positioning and sales tactics.
• Collaborate internally with product and technical teams to relay client feedback and ensure alignment between customer needs and solution capabilities.

What you bring:

To excel as Business Development Manager in this environment you will bring extensive experience navigating Taiwan’s intricate financial ecosystem—combining sector-specific knowledge with genuine enthusiasm for technological advancement. Your established network among IT leaders at major banks will enable you to open doors quickly while your bilingual communication skills ensure clarity across all interactions. Demonstrated success selling enterprise-grade technology into regulated industries highlights your consultative approach and sensitivity to compliance requirements. Experience partnering with system integrators equips you to manage complex multi-party engagements smoothly while your awareness of regulatory frameworks ensures alignment between solution offerings and client obligations. Candidates who have previously worked inside banks’ digital teams or held roles at leading data providers will find their insights especially valuable when articulating differentiated value propositions. An understanding of how NLP/AI technologies are transforming research workflows positions you as a credible advisor capable of translating innovation into practical benefits for clients.

• At least seven years’ experience within Taiwan’s financial services or fintech sector demonstrating deep familiarity with local market dynamics.
• Established relationships with IT or digital transformation leaders at top Taiwanese financial holding companies enabling swift access to key decision-makers.
• Fluency in Mandarin combined with strong business English skills facilitating effective communication across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Proven track record of selling complex technology solutions into Taiwan’s banking or financial services industry resulting in measurable business outcomes.
• Comprehensive understanding of Financial Supervisory Commission (FSC) regulatory frameworks governing technology adoption within local banks.
• Hands-on experience collaborating with system integrator partners such as SYSTEX, TPIsoftware, Ares or Syscom on joint projects or go-to-market initiatives.

What sets this company apart:

Joining this organisation means stepping into a high-growth environment where your contributions directly shape both local strategy and global reputation. The company has achieved remarkable month-on-month revenue increases for over a year—driven by international demand—and is already trusted by some of the world’s most respected investment banks and asset managers. Its proprietary AI-powered platform leads industry benchmarks for retrieval accuracy while offering robust security features tailored for enterprise use. As part of a close-knit team operating at the forefront of fintech innovation in Asia-Pacific, you’ll enjoy direct access to executive leadership who value transparency, collaboration, and professional growth. The timing could not be better: nearly nine out of ten Taiwanese banks are actively adopting AI technologies—with NLP/LLM solutions topping their priority lists—making this an unparalleled moment to influence industry transformation from within. Your work here will not only accelerate your own career but also contribute meaningfully to how finance is researched and understood across borders.

What's next:

If you are ready to take on a transformative role driving AI adoption across Taiwan’s leading banks—while enjoying meaningful responsibility from day one—this is your moment to shine.

Apply today by clicking on the link provided; we look forward to learning more about how your expertise can help shape the future of finance.