Business Development Manager for Japan

**About the Role**
As the Business Development Manager for Japan, you will play a crucial role in introducing VentureBlick's services to the Japanese market. This position is intended for individuals with strong ties to Japan and residing in Korea or Singapore, offering a unique opportunity to bridge our core business teams with the Japanese market. Your efforts will directly influence VentureBlick's growth and success in Japan. Additionally, you will provide support to the Korea or Singapore team on key projects and initiatives to enhance cross-border collaboration.

**Key Responsibilities**

**1. Strategic Market Development**
- Lead the creation and execution of strategies to introduce VentureBlick's services to the Japanese market.
- Conduct market research to identify opportunities and understand the competitive landscape.
- Assist the leadership team in identifying and pursuing new business opportunities within the Japanese healthcare sector.
- Collaborate with internal teams to align market entry strategies with overall business objectives.

**2. Partnership Management and Project Execution**
- Establish and maintain relationships with local stakeholders, including healthcare providers and distributors.
- Serve as the primary liaison between VentureBlick and Japanese partners, ensuring effective communication.
- Oversee inbound projects such as market intelligence gathering, go-to-market support, and technology scouting, ensuring they incorporate insights from the Japanese market.
- Support key projects for the Korea or Singapore team, contributing to initiatives that foster cross-border collaboration and strengthen VentureBlick's presence in both regions.

**Who You Are**
- Fluent in Japanese (native level) and English, with excellent communication skills in both languages.
- Residing in Korea or Singapore with legal authorisation to work in the respective country without employer sponsorship.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Life Sciences, or a related field; an MBA or advanced degree is a plus.
- 5-8 years in business development within the healthcare sector, focusing on the Japanese market.
- Proven track record in establishing strategic partnerships and driving market growth
- Deep understanding of Japan’s healthcare industry, regulatory environment, and cultural nuances
- Strategic thinker with effective executive skills
- Strong analytical abilities with excellent interpersonal skills.

**Why Join VentureBlick?**
- Joining VentureBlick means becoming part of a mission-driven organisation dedicated to advancing healthcare innovation globally.
- Play a pivotal role in establishing and expanding VentureBlick’s presence in the Japanese healthcare market, directly influencing our global growth trajectory.
- Engage with a diverse, international team spanning Korea, Singapore, India, China, and Germany, fostering a rich exchange of ideas and cultural perspectives.
- Contribute to the success of healthcare innovations, gaining exposure to global markets and enhancing your professional growth within a dynamic industry.
- Be part of a forward-thinking company that connects key players worldwide, fostering impactful collaborations to drive meaningful change in healthcare.

**About VentureBlick**

VentureBlick is the trusted Go Global partner for healthcare innovation. We connect key players worldwide to foster impactful collaborations, helping startups scale, SMEs with global expansion, and corporations in discovering new technologies on a global scale.

Headquartered in Singapore, VentureBlick operates across major markets including Korea, Germany, India, and China. We offer tailored insights and on-the-ground support, powered by our local teams and a curated network of over 6,500 clinicians and domain experts across 30+ specialties in 60+ countries.

We leverage our healthcare community and proprietary platform, VB Discovery, which serves as the “eyes and ears” of emerging healthcare innovations. VB Discovery maximises reach and efficiency, ensuring our clients stay at the forefront of industry trends.

With a proven track record, we support a diverse portfolio of clients — from startups to large corporations — in achieving global growth. Our services span global expert insights, go-to-market strategies, open innovation and technology scouting, acceleration programmes, and healthcare partnerships.