Regional BD Director - North Asia

Are you a senior business development leader with a strong track record in renewable energy or technical workforce solutions across North Asia?

NES Fircroft is seeking a Regional Business Development Director to lead our growth strategy across North Asia, based in Tokyo/Taipei/Shanghai/Seoul. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for expanding our presence across key markets including Japan, South Korea, Taiwan & Greater China, with a focus on the rapidly evolving energy transition landscape.

This is a unique opportunity to join a global leader in technical workforce solutions and play a pivotal role in shaping regional strategy, driving major client partnerships, and supporting the delivery of large-scale renewable and energy infrastructure projects.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Lead Regional Growth Strategy – Define and execute NES Fircroft’s business development strategy across North Asia, identifying high-value opportunities within renewable energy and broader energy transition sectors.
• Drive Key Client Engagement – Develop and manage senior-level relationships with strategic clients, including developers, EPCs, operators, and multinational energy companies, positioning NES Fircroft as a trusted workforce solutions partner.
• Win and Deliver Major Accounts – Lead complex, high-value business development initiatives, securing large-scale contracts and framework agreements across multiple jurisdictions.
• Market Leadership & Intelligence – Act as a subject matter expert on North Asia’s energy and workforce landscape, providing strategic insights on market trends, talent availability, and competitive positioning.
• Regional Collaboration – Work closely with country leaders and delivery teams across APAC and globally to ensure alignment on strategy, seamless service delivery, and client satisfaction.
• Build & Mentor High-Performing Teams – Support the development of regional BD capability, mentoring team members and fostering a high-performance, client-centric culture.

What We’re Looking For:

• 10+ years’ experience in business development, sales leadership, or account management within renewable energy, engineering services, or technical workforce solutions
• Strong understanding of the North Asia energy market, including renewables (solar, wind, offshore wind, hydrogen) and energy transition sectors
• Proven track record of securing and managing large, strategic accounts across multiple countries
• Experience operating at a regional or global level, with strong commercial and strategic acumen
• Established network within the energy or infrastructure sectors in North Asia
• Exceptional stakeholder management and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence at C-suite level
• Fluency in English required; additional regional language skills (e.g., Japanese, Mandarin, or Korean) highly advantageous

What You’ll Get:

• Highly competitive salary with uncapped commission and performance incentives
• A senior leadership role with significant regional influence and autonomy
• The opportunity to shape and grow NES Fircroft’s North Asia business
• Access to a global client base and collaborative international teams
• Clear pathway for further leadership progression within a global organisation

Why NES Fircroft?
As the global energy landscape continues to evolve, North Asia is playing a critical role in advancing the energy transition. NES Fircroft partners with leading organisations to deliver the talent required to execute complex, large-scale energy projects.

Join our team in Tokyo and lead the expansion of our North Asia business, driving growth, building strategic partnerships, and contributing to the future of sustainable energy across the region.

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