CEO / Chairman Portfolio Pharma Company - London
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) / Chairman
Location: Singapore (Regional focus: Southeast Asia)Sector: Pharmaceuticals - Primary Care Focus
Company: VC-Backed, High-Growth Portfolio Company
Compensation: Highly Competitive Package + Equity Participation
About the Opportunity
An exciting new chapter awaits. A leading Venture Capital firm is preparing a significant investment into a dynamic pharmaceutical company specialising in the primary care sector. We are seeking an exceptional Chief Executive Officer (CEO) or Chairman to lead this transformation, drive accelerated growth, and build a market-leading business across Southeast Asia.
The Role
Reporting directly to the Board and investors, you will assume full P&L accountability and leadership across all corporate, commercial, and operational functions. You will shape and execute a winning strategy for sustainable growth, operational excellence, and organisational scale, while championing the company's reputation and standing with partners, regulators, and the broader healthcare ecosystem.
Key Responsibilities- Lead the overall strategy, operations, and commercial agenda with full autonomy.
- Drive business development, regional expansion, and commercial excellence across SEA markets.
- Build, mentor, and empower a high-performing leadership team across all critical corporate and operational functions.
- Ensure strong financial stewardship, governance, compliance, and risk management.
- Serve as a visible, credible ambassador to external stakeholders, investors, and partners.
- Position the business for future value creation events (e.g., follow-on funding, strategic partnerships, exit).
- Proven General Management or CEO experience within the pharmaceutical sector in Southeast Asia.
- Deep operational and commercial leadership in the primary care segment preferred.
- Strong understanding of corporate governance, regulatory environments, and cross-border operations.
- Track record of scaling businesses, building leadership teams, and delivering sustainable growth.
- Entrepreneurial, strategic, and highly hands-on leadership style suited to a fast-moving, agile environment.
- Singapore-based, with existing strong networks across regional healthcare markets.
This is a rare opportunity to partner closely with world-class investors to shape a fast-scaling pharmaceutical business in one of the world's most dynamic regions. You will play a pivotal leadership role at a defining moment - with substantial autonomy, significant upside, and the ability to make a lasting impact on healthcare outcomes across Southeast Asia.
To Apply
Confidential discussions are welcomed. Please send your CV and a brief cover note highlighting your relevant experience to poppy@barringtonjames.com
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