Business Intelligence & AI Lead

The Future of Advisory Starts Here

At APCO, we create un/common ground where business, policy, and society converge to shape the future. The traditional consultancy model is evolving at an unprecedented pace—leaders need more than insights. They need integrated advisory to navigate complexity, protect their license to operate, drive growth, and make a lasting impact.

Our Singapore hub sits at the center of this transformation, helping organizations adapt to geopolitical shifts, the integration of AI in consulting, and rapidly changing market forces.

Key Responsibilities:

New Business Development – Regional Coordination, Intelligence, and Insight

• Lead the development of client, competitor, and market intelligence to inform strategic new business across APAC.
• Ensure all new business pursuits are insight-led, data-driven, and aligned with shifting client needs and industry trends.
• Coordinate the collection and synthesis of intelligence across local markets, creating a unified, streamlined process to support proposals and pitches.
• Validate and stress-test new business strategies through structured analysis and insight integration.
• Provide strategic input and ideation support to strengthen APCO’s competitive position.

Special Projects & Strategic Initiatives

• Partner with senior leadership on high-impact initiatives including client strategy, market positioning, narrative development, and other top-priority projects.
• Shape the future of APCO’s APAC business through special assignments that drive growth, deepen client relationships, and unlock new advisory opportunities.

AI Acceleration & Tool Enablement

• Assess current AI and data tools, identify capability gaps, and lead adoption and optimization for regional needs.
• Champion intelligent AI use across client work, business development, and internal operations to drive efficiency and generate deeper insights.

Strategy Development & Project Management

• Work closely with the APAC management team to continuously enhance APCO’s advisory offerings, keeping us globally integrated and regionally relevant.
• Take a leading role in shaping APCO’s next-generation advisory model—integrating business intelligence, innovation, and client priorities into every engagement.

What We’re Looking For

• Exceptional organizational and project management skills
• Strong analytical mindset with attention to detail
• Ability to work with senior leaders and drive execution across teams
• Proactive, solutions-focused, and thrives in fast-paced environments
• Interest in advisory, consulting, or strategic business operations