The role typically requires a degree in business, marketing, communications, engineering, or a related discipline, together with several years of experience in business development, partnerships, stakeholder engagement, or account management. The successful candidate should be confident in identifying opportunities, developing proposals, managing external relationships, and coordinating projects across university departments. Strong communication, negotiation, presentation, analytical, and project-management skills are expected. Familiarity with higher education, research commercialisation, industry partnerships, or the Singapore business environment would be advantageous. The candidate should be proactive, commercially aware, collaborative, and comfortable representing NTU to senior stakeholders and external organisations.
Nanyang Technological University (NTU Singapore) is a leading research-intensive university located in the western part of Singapore. It is recognised internationally for strengths in engineering, technology, business, science, education, sustainability, and interdisciplinary research. NTU works closely with government agencies, companies, and international institutions to develop research, innovation, entrepreneurship, and talent. The university’s large and modern campus includes academic schools, research centres, enterprise facilities, student residences, cultural spaces, and extensive technology infrastructure. NTU employs academic, professional, administrative, and technical staff from Singapore and around the world. Its business development and engagement functions help translate university expertise into industry partnerships, funded projects, strategic collaborations, and wider social impact. Employees can expect a multicultural environment, structured professional opportunities, and exposure to major developments in Singapore’s education, innovation, and technology sectors.
Singapore is a compact, highly connected island city with strong opportunities in education, technology, finance, healthcare, engineering, logistics, tourism, and research. English is widely used at work, while Mandarin, Malay, and Tamil are also official languages. The culture is multicultural and generally orderly, with a strong emphasis on punctuality, respect, personal responsibility, and good public behaviour. Lifestyle is convenient, though housing and dining in central areas can be expensive. Public transport is excellent, and most locations are reachable by MRT or bus. Foreign professionals usually need an Employment Pass, S Pass, or another appropriate work permit arranged by an employer; approval depends on salary, qualifications, and current government criteria. New arrivals should budget for rental deposits, healthcare, transport, and school or family costs. Singapore’s warm tropical climate, safe neighbourhoods, diverse food, and regional travel connections make relocation attractive.
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