Chief Executive Officer (Public Listed - eCommerce)

About the Client:

Our client is a Malaysian technology company operating in the eCommerce and fintech sectors. It is best known for its lifestyle Super App that offers O2O e-commerce, e-payment, and rewards solutions. The company is a wholly-owned subsidiary of a NASDAQ-listed entity and is currently expanding into digital assets (RWA tokenization) within Malaysia.

Role Summary:

We are seeking a CEO on behalf of our client, a Malaysian IT and eCommerce company (operator of a leading lifestyle Super App). The company is a subsidiary of a NASDAQ-listed entity. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in IT and eCommerce and a proven track record in a publicly listed company (Bursa or NASDAQ) .

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Leadership & Business Growth (IT & eCommerce)

• Define and execute strategy for the company's Super App, O2O e-commerce, and payment solutions
• Drive user acquisition, merchant partnerships, and transaction volume across Malaysia and Southeast Asia

2. Public Company Compliance & Governance (Bursa / NASDAQ)

• Ensure compliance with NASDAQ listing rules (as a subsidiary of a NASDAQ-listed parent) and applicable Bursa Malaysia requirements
• Oversee financial reporting and internal controls
• Liaise with the Board, auditors, legal counsel, and regulatory bodies

3. Financial & Operational Management

• Develop budgets, P&L targets, and KPIs. Drive revenue growth and cost efficiency
• Manage cash flow, fundraising, and investor relations
• Optimize operations across technology, marketing, and merchant functions

4. Stakeholder & Team Management

• Build and mentor a high-performing executive team
• Foster a culture of innovation and accountability
• Represent the company to government agencies, partners, media, and investors

Qualifications & Requirements:

• 8–10 years in IT, eCommerce, or digital platform leadership
• Prior experience in a Bursa or NASDAQ listed company with direct reporting and compliance responsibilities
• Bachelor's degree in Business, IT, Finance, or related field; MBA preferred
• Strong financial acumen and ability to navigate a fast-paced environment

Please be informed that only shortlisted candidate will be notified.

For more information, you may reach out to Jamie at her email at [Confidential Information] or WhatsApp her at +6012 238 9953

PeopleLAKE is a fullservice HR solution company providing Recruitment, HR Outsourcing, and Corporate Training. eLawyer Recruitment is part of PeopleLAKE Group.

Visit us on https://peoplelake.asia/follow us on https://www.linkedin.com/company/peoplelakegroup/ to get updates on latest job opportunities or for legal jobs visit on https://elawyer.com.my/and follow us on https://www.linkedin.com/company/agensi-pekerjaan-els-sdn-bhd/