Our client is a premium portrait photography brand with a growing international presence across Asia. The brand has earned a loyal following for its personalised, high-touch client experience and its refined, natural aesthetic. With a proven studio model and strong momentum in its existing markets, the business is now expanding into Australia, starting with its first studio in Melbourne.

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who enjoys building a business from the ground up. You will lead the local setup of the Australian entity and the launch of the Melbourne studio, working closely with the Singapore headquarters team.

Key responsibilities

Coordinate skilled advisers (legal, accounting and tax) on company setup and compliance

Manage company registration, banking setup and other establishment requirements

Work with qualified immigration advisers to coordinate staff transfers from overseas

Identify and assess studio locations, then negotiate and manage the commercial lease

Plan and oversee the studio fit-out with designers, builders and contractors

Source and manage suppliers, and lead procurement of equipment and fittings





Recruit and onboard the local studio team

Lead opening preparations so the studio launches on time and ready to trade

Build and manage the establishment budget, timeline and key milestones

Report progress, risks and decisions to Singapore headquarters on a regular basis

Act as the main local point of contact for headquarters and external partners

Turn learnings from the Melbourne launch into a repeatable opening playbook

Support planning for future studio openings in other Australian cities

About you

Previous experience in business operations, project management or new-store openings

Fluent English and Mandarin, working daily with the Singapore headquarters team and local partners

Hands-on experience managing budgets, suppliers and timelines independently

Experience opening a business or store in Australia, including leasing and fit-out, is highly regarded

Background in retail, photography, beauty or other multi-site services

Organised, commercially sharp and comfortable owning outcomes in a start-up setting

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📌 Store Manager - Mandarin Speaking (Melbourne)
🏢 NorthStone Talent Partners
📍 Melbourne