Senior Business Development Manager (Yangon)

About the role

We are looking for a senior Business Development Manager to lead client acquisition for Burma Productions and Burma Neso in Yangon. Reporting to the Founder, this role focuses on building relationships with local clients while the senior team operates from Vancouver. You will be the on‑ground presence, meeting clients face‑to‑face, building trust and turning conversations into long‑term partnerships. The position includes clear sales targets, uncapped commission and real responsibility.

Key responsibilities

• Build and maintain in‑person relationships with decision‑makers in international organisations, foreign brands and private sector clients (FMCG and established local businesses).
• Attend meetings, industry events and networking functions in Yangon as the face of Burma Productions.
• Identify new opportunities and arrange initial meetings.
• Lead client meetings and pitch presentations, supported by proposals and written materials.
• Grow accounts after winning them, converting one‑off projects into ongoing retainers.
• Represent all three service lines: creative production, OOH/DOOH advertising and brand activation (including events).
• Collaborate with the Yangon production team to ensure smooth delivery and client satisfaction.
• Report directly to the Founder on pipeline, meetings and results.

Required profile

• At least 5 years of experience in sales and business development.
• Background in media, advertising or creative agency work (strongly preferred).
• Proven track record of winning new clients, not only managing existing ones.
• Existing relationships with international organisations or foreign brands in Myanmar (advantage).
• Experience in advertising, brand activation, events or experiential marketing (plus).
• Fluent Burmese and confident business English.
• Professional, personable and confident in face‑to‑face settings.
• Organised, reliable and quick to respond to both internal teams and clients.

What we offer

• Competitive base salary set by your experience.
• Commission on the revenue you generate, with no ceiling.
• A studio with a growing international client portfolio.
• Real autonomy and a direct line to the Founder.
• A small, open team that trusts you to manage your own work and expects results.
• A path to a senior leadership role as the business grows.