Country Business Director - Professional Services

A leading professional services organisation is seeking a Country Business Director to oversee and guide its operations in Ho Chi Minh City. This pivotal role offers you the opportunity to shape the future of the business, drive strategic initiatives, and foster a culture of collaboration and excellence across multiple disciplines. You will be empowered to influence long-term growth, nurture talent, and ensure that the organisation remains at the forefront of industry best practices. The company is committed to providing a supportive environment where your interpersonal skills and strategic vision will be valued, offering flexible working opportunities and a strong focus on personal development. If you are passionate about making a meaningful impact and thrive in an inclusive, team-oriented setting, this is your chance to take on a rewarding leadership position.

What you'll do:

As Country Business Director – Professional Services based in Ho Chi Minh City, you will play a central role in steering the organisation’s operations towards long-term success. Your day-to-day activities will involve collaborating closely with senior leaders on strategic planning while translating these strategies into effective annual plans. You will nurture talent across various functions by fostering an environment where teamwork thrives and individuals feel supported in their professional growth. By driving business excellence initiatives, you will help elevate operational standards and customer experiences. Building strong stakeholder relationships—both internally among colleagues and externally with partners—will be key to your success. You will also ensure regulatory compliance through diligent oversight while promoting continuous improvement throughout all aspects of the business. Your ability to manage financial performance effectively will contribute directly to sustainable growth. Ultimately, you will represent the organisation as a trusted leader who champions knowledge sharing and supports an inclusive workplace culture.

• Guide the overall operations of the country by aligning business strategy with objectives, market needs, and best practices to achieve outstanding results.
• Participate actively in strategic planning sessions and decision-making forums to develop robust strategies and translate them into actionable annual plans.
• Lead the long-term development of people by nurturing talent across multiple disciplines and functions, ensuring structures and processes support organisational goals.
• Drive business excellence initiatives that enhance operational efficiency, quality standards, and customer satisfaction throughout all areas of the business.
• Foster strong relationships with internal teams as well as external stakeholders to build trust, cooperation, and shared success.
• Ensure full compliance with all relevant regulations and laws by implementing rigorous governance frameworks and monitoring adherence across operations.
• Champion continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for innovation in systems, processes, and service delivery.
• Oversee financial performance management by setting targets, monitoring progress, and taking corrective action when necessary to ensure sustainable growth.
• Support knowledge sharing and training opportunities that empower employees to reach their full potential within an inclusive workplace.
• Represent the organisation externally at industry events or meetings to strengthen its reputation as a dependable partner.

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for Country Business Director – Professional Services will bring extensive experience managing complex operations within professional services settings. Your background should include hands-on involvement in strategy development as well as operational execution across multiple disciplines. You will have demonstrated your ability to work collaboratively with teams from varied backgrounds while nurturing individual growth through supportive leadership. Your interpersonal skills will be essential for building lasting relationships both inside the organisation and externally with partners or regulators. A proven track record in influencing positive outcomes through empathy-driven communication is highly valued. Experience designing efficient structures or processes that foster inclusivity is important for this role. You should also have shown commitment to maintaining high compliance standards by implementing responsible governance practices. Success in driving business excellence initiatives—resulting in tangible benefits for customers—is another key asset. Finally, your enthusiasm for sharing knowledge through training or mentoring will help cultivate an environment where everyone feels empowered.

• Demonstrated expertise in business management across multiple functions within professional services environments.
• Comprehensive understanding of broad business principles including strategy formulation, operational execution, and market analysis.
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams while nurturing talent through supportive leadership approaches.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills that enable you to build trust-based relationships with both internal colleagues and external stakeholders.
• Strong strategic-tactical leadership abilities combined with sensitivity towards team needs and organisational goals.
• Capacity to influence others positively through clear communication, empathy, and consensus-building techniques.
• Experience in developing structures, processes, operations, or systems that promote efficiency and inclusivity within organisations.
• Commitment to upholding compliance standards by implementing responsible governance frameworks aligned with local regulations.
• Track record of driving business excellence initiatives that result in measurable improvements for customers or clients.
• Enthusiasm for supporting knowledge sharing activities such as training programmes or mentoring schemes within an inclusive workplace.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out for its unwavering commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where every employee feels valued and supported. With a strong emphasis on collaboration across teams and disciplines, it fosters an environment where ideas are freely shared and collective success is celebrated. Flexible working opportunities allow you to balance professional responsibilities with personal commitments while generous training programmes encourage ongoing learning at every stage of your career. The company’s dedication to ethical practices ensures compliance with all relevant regulations while maintaining high standards of integrity throughout its operations. Employees benefit from being part of a knowledgeable network where mutual respect underpins every interaction—making it an ideal place for those who value teamwork, personal growth, and making a positive impact within their community.

What's next:

If you are ready to make a meaningful difference as Country Business Director – Professional Services in Ho Chi Minh City, we invite you to take the next step towards joining this supportive team environment.

Due to the high volume of applications we are experiencing, our team will only be in touch with you if your application is shortlisted.