Growth Lead, Thailand

Location: Team Marketing

Team: Country Bangkok / Thailand

About the Role

Join the team redefining how the world experiences design. As Canva’s Growth Lead, Thailand, you’ll play a pivotal role in accelerating our mission to empower every Thai to design without limits. Based in Bangkok, you’ll lead high-impact growth initiatives that drive user adoption, deepen engagement, and establish Canva as Thailand’s most beloved creative platform. This is your chance to shape the creative future of Thailand while working with a world-class International Supergroup that turns bold strategies into culturally resonant execution. You’ll identify growth opportunities across user acquisition, creator education, local partnerships, and community building, then take ownership from ideation to measurable results. Partnering with the Country Manager and cross-functional teams, you’ll balance visionary market strategy with hands-on execution—analyzing data, uncovering market insights, and adapting quickly to Thailand’s dynamic digital landscape. Your deep understanding of local consumer behaviors and cultural nuances will unlock barriers and create authentic connections with millions of Thai creators. Canva’s Thailand mission is ambitious: empower all Thais to design, uplift the creative economy, and position Thailand as a regional creative hub. You’ll bring 8+ years of growth leadership from high-growth SaaS environments, fluency in Thai and English, and genuine passion for design democratization. If you think big, act fast, and thrive in collaborative, innovative cultures, this rare opportunity lets you leave a lasting mark on one of the world’s fastest-growing tech companies.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and execute high-impact growth initiatives to accelerate Canva’s adoption, engagement, and market presence in Thailand
• Identify opportunities across user acquisition, education, local partnerships, and communities
• Analyze performance data, conduct market research, and collaborate with local stakeholders to uncover barriers and opportunities
• Balance long-term market strategy with hands-on execution to drive immediate results
• Lead growth initiatives from idea generation through implementation and measurement
• Partner closely with the Country Manager and cross-functional teams to prioritize efforts and adapt strategies
• Build and nurture relationships with local influencers, creators, and partners to amplify Canva’s brand
• Monitor key growth metrics and optimize campaigns for maximum impact
• Champion Canva’s design-first culture within Thailand’s creative community
• Stay ahead of Thailand’s digital trends to inform growth strategies

Required Qualifications

• 8+ years of leadership experience in growth, partnerships, or operations in a high-growth SaaS or product-led environment
• Deep understanding of Thailand’s digital ecosystem, cultural nuances, and local consumer behaviors
• Fluency in both Thai and English with exceptional communication skills
• Proven experience analyzing performance data and translating insights into strategic actions
• Track record of working cross-functionally with product, marketing, content, and regional teams
• Hands-on experience driving growth initiatives from ideation to execution with measurable outcomes
• Passion for Canva’s mission to empower the world to design

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience scaling creative tools or design platforms in Southeast Asia
• Background in building local partnerships and communities in Thailand
• Familiarity with Thailand’s creative economy and digital marketing landscape
• Previous leadership role in a fast-paced tech startup environment
• Experience balancing long-term strategy with immediate tactical execution

Required Skills

• Growth strategy development
• Data analysis and performance metrics
• Market research and consumer insights
• Cross-functional stakeholder management
• Thai language fluency (professional)
• English language fluency (professional)
• Strategic thinking
• Hands-on execution
• Partnership building
• Community engagement
• Digital ecosystem knowledge (Thailand)
• Cultural fluency (Thai market)
• Analytical problem-solving
• Project management
• Creative industry understanding
• Fast-paced environment adaptability
• Mission-driven mindset

Benefits

• Foundational role shaping Canva’s growth strategy and brand in Thailand
• Work with a world-class cross-functional International Supergroup
• Flexible work arrangements with onsite presence in Bangkok
• Competitive compensation package with equity ownership
• Generous parental leave and family-friendly benefits
• Endless growth opportunities within Canva’s global expansion
• Inclusive culture celebrating diverse backgrounds and perspectives
• Health and wellness benefits tailored to local needs
• Regular team offsites and creative workshops

Canva is an equal opportunity employer.