CEO

An established enterprise software company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Chief Executive Officer to guide the organisation through its next phase of growth and transformation.

CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

This pivotal role offers you the opportunity to lead a respected business as it transitions from founder-led management, with a structured handover ensuring continuity and stability. You will be entrusted with full executive responsibility, shaping strategy, driving commercial success, and nurturing a values-driven culture that places collaboration and customer outcomes at its core. The position promises an influential partnership with the Board of Directors, empowering you to set clear priorities across product, operations, and market expansion. If you are passionate about building long-term client relationships, fostering teamwork between technical and commercial functions, and championing operational resilience, this is your chance to make a lasting impact in Malaysia’s thriving technology sector.

* Lead the transition from founder-led management with a supportive handover period designed for knowledge transfer and organisational stability.
* Shape strategic direction in close partnership with the Board, translating vision into actionable priorities across product development, commercial growth, and operational excellence.
* Foster a collaborative, values-led culture that encourages teamwork between commercial, product, and technical teams while maintaining high standards for leadership behaviour and accountability.

What you'll do:

As Chief Executive Officer based in Kuala Lumpur, you will play an instrumental role in guiding the organisation through a significant leadership transition. Your day-to-day responsibilities will centre on setting strategic direction in collaboration with the Board of Directors while translating vision into tangible priorities for commercial growth and operational excellence. You will immerse yourself in understanding enterprise software products—particularly ERP solutions—and work alongside cross-functional teams to ensure offerings remain competitive and relevant. By owning business performance metrics such as revenue growth and profitability, you will strengthen go-to-market strategies and build enduring client relationships. Your commitment to developing senior leaders will help professionalise processes as the company scales. Throughout the transition period with the founder, your ability to provide clear guidance will be essential for maintaining stability among employees and stakeholders.

* Set and execute the company’s strategic direction in partnership with the Board of Directors, ensuring alignment across all levels of the organisation.
* Translate overarching strategy into clear commercial, product, and operational priorities that drive sustainable growth within existing and adjacent markets.
* Develop a strong working understanding of ERP and enterprise software solutions to ensure product offerings meet evolving market needs.
* Partner closely with product, engineering, and implementation teams to align roadmaps with customer requirements while balancing scalability and customisation demands.
* Own overall business performance by driving revenue growth, profitability, and cost discipline through effective go-to-market strategies.
* Strengthen relationships with key accounts by acting as senior sponsor for strategic customers and nurturing long-term client partnerships.
* Lead and develop a capable senior leadership team across commercial, product, and delivery functions to support business scaling.
* Professionalise processes, governance frameworks, and performance management systems as the organisation grows.
* Ensure operational resilience across implementation, support, and customer success functions to maintain high service standards.
* Work closely with the founder during the transition phase to ensure stability and comprehensive knowledge transfer.

What you bring:

To excel as Chief Executive Officer in this enterprise software environment, your background should reflect substantial senior leadership experience within technology-driven organisations—ideally those offering ERP or SaaS solutions. Your proven ability to operate effectively in Malaysia or comparable Southeast Asian markets will enable you to navigate local business nuances while supporting sustainable growth. Experience managing transitions from founder-led structures is particularly valued; your capacity for empathy and emotional intelligence will foster trust among stakeholders during change. You bring deep appreciation for complex sales cycles and multi-stakeholder engagement processes typical of enterprise software businesses. Your interpersonal skills empower you to collaborate seamlessly across technical, product, delivery, and commercial teams—ensuring everyone shares a unified vision. As a strategic thinker who remains composed under pressure, your communication style inspires confidence both internally among employees and externally with clients.

* Senior leadership experience at CEO or Managing Director level within software, ERP, SaaS or enterprise technology environments is essential for success in this role.
* Proven exposure to product-led or solution-based businesses where implementation quality and customer outcomes are critical factors.
* Demonstrated experience operating in Malaysia or similar Southeast Asian markets provides valuable regional insight.
* Track record of scaling or stabilising founder-led or locally grown organisations is highly desirable for seamless transition management.
* Solid understanding of enterprise software products including sales cycles, complex customer requirements, and multi-stakeholder buying processes is required.
* Ability to engage credibly with technical, product, and delivery teams without needing hands-on technical skills is important for cross-functional collaboration.
* High emotional intelligence enabling you to manage founder dynamics as well as board expectations during periods of change.
* Calmness under pressure combined with credibility ensures resilient leadership throughout transitional phases.
* Exceptional communication skills allow you to align diverse internal and external stakeholders towards common goals.
* Strategic mindset paired with commercial acumen supports execution-focused decision-making.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as a trusted leader in Malaysia’s enterprise software sector thanks to its commitment to long-term client relationships and continuous innovation. With roots firmly established locally yet ambitions extending into new markets, it offers an environment where your contributions can shape not only business outcomes but also industry standards. The company prides itself on fostering a values-led culture that prioritises collaboration between commercial and technical teams—creating space for shared learning and mutual support. Employees benefit from transparent governance practices that encourage accountability while providing opportunities for professional development as the business scales. The supportive approach during this planned founder transition demonstrates genuine care for organisational stability; you’ll find yourself surrounded by knowledgeable colleagues dedicated to delivering quality solutions tailored to complex customer needs. Joining this team means becoming part of an inclusive network where your leadership can have meaningful impact on both people’s careers and clients’ success stories.

What's next:

If you are ready to take on an influential executive role where your collaborative spirit can drive real change in Malaysia’s technology landscape—this is your moment!

Apply today by clicking on the link below to begin your journey towards leading an exceptional enterprise software company.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C