Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Job Title: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

Location: Bangkok, Thailand

Employment Type: Full-Time, Executive

About Spotify

At Spotify, our mission is to unlock the potential of human creativity by giving a million creative artists the opportunity to live off their art and billions of fans the opportunity to enjoy and be inspired by it.

Thailand is a vibrant, rapidly evolving market with a rich musical heritage and a surging creator economy. We are establishing our Bangkok office as a premier regional hub and are seeking a visionary Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead our Thai operations. You will be the driving force behind our strategic vision, accelerating our user growth, deepening our cultural footprint, and expanding our commercial revenue across the country.

The Role

As the CEO of Spotify Thailand, you hold the ultimate accountability for our overarching business strategy and commercial success within the market. Operating out of our Bangkok headquarters, you will lead a diverse, cross-functional organization comprising Content, Marketing, Ad Sales, Communications, and Operations.

You will act as the primary face of Spotify in Thailand, building executive-level relationships with the music industry, podcast creators, major corporate brands, and government entities. This role requires a macro-level thinker capable of navigating complex cultural and competitive landscapes while ensuring tight alignment with Spotify's global mission.

What You'll Do:

Strategic Leadership & P&L Management:

• Define, localize, and execute Spotify's long-term strategic vision for the Thai market.
• Hold full accountability for the country's P&L, managing budgets, forecasting revenue, and ensuring sustainable financial performance and profitability.
• Drive aggressive user acquisition strategies to maximize both Monthly Active Users (MAU) on the free tier and Premium Subscriber conversions.

Content & Creator Ecosystem:

• Champion the local audio and creator ecosystem. Oversee the Content team to acquire, curate, and promote hyper-local music and podcast content that deeply resonates with Thai audiences.
• Foster strong, mutually beneficial partnerships with major and independent record labels, artists, podcast networks, and rights holders.
• Spearhead the launch of Spotify Original & Exclusive content tailored specifically for the Thai market.

Commercial & Brand Presence:

• Partner with the Ad Sales leadership to aggressively scale B2B revenue streams, establishing Spotify as a premium, must-buy advertising platform for top-tier Thai brands and media agencies.
• Guide the Marketing and PR teams to develop high-impact, culturally relevant brand campaigns that solidify Spotify's market leadership.
• Act as the chief spokesperson and ambassador for Spotify in Thailand, representing the company at industry events, in the media, and with regulatory bodies.

Team Leadership & Culture:

• Build, mentor, and inspire a high-performing, cross-functional executive leadership team based in the Bangkok office.
• Cultivate a dynamic workplace culture that reflects Spotify's core values: innovative, collaborative, sincere, passionate, and playful.
• Ensure seamless communication and strategic alignment between the Bangkok hub and global headquarters (Stockholm/New York).

Who You Are:

• Experienced Executive: You bring 15+ years of senior executive leadership experience, with proven P&L responsibility, within the technology, media, entertainment, or digital streaming sectors.
• Market Authority: You possess a deep, nuanced understanding of the Thai consumer market, the local music and entertainment industry, and the digital advertising landscape.
• Relationship Builder: You have an established, elite network of contacts across the Thai music industry, media agencies, corporate brands, and government sectors.
• Commercial Powerhouse: You are highly analytical and data-driven, with a track record of scaling both consumer subscription models and B2B advertising revenue.
• Exceptional Communicator: You possess outstanding communication, negotiation, and public speaking skills. Native or near-native fluency in both Thai and English is strictly required.
• Agile Leader: You thrive in a hyper-growth, fast-paced, and constantly evolving environment, remaining adaptable while keeping your focus on long-term strategic goals.

Why Join Us?

• Unmatched Impact: You will have a direct, monumental impact on shaping the future of audio consumption and supporting local creators in one of Southeast Asia's most exciting markets.
• Innovative Culture: We offer a dynamic, flexible, and inclusive work environment where creativity and bold ideas are championed.
• Executive Rewards: We provide a highly competitive executive compensation package (including equity), comprehensive health coverage, generous parental leave, and the global mobility opportunities that come with leading a world-renowned tech brand.

Spotify is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.