Strategy Associate

Avaloq AG; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Avaloq AG is seeking a high-performing Strategy Associate to join the regional strategy organisation supporting APAC, MEAI & US. You will drive profitable growth through GTM direction, structured market intelligence and disciplined strategic planning, acting as a trusted partner to regional heads and senior leadership.

The role offers exposure to large-scale transformation programs, cost optimisation initiatives and cross-functional collaboration across Sales and Delivery.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and structured problem-solving skills.
• Experience building business cases and working with financial models.
• Excellent PowerPoint and Excel skills; ability to create concise, executive-ready materials.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams with discipline and ownership.

Responsibilities

• Act as the go-to person for regional market and competitor insights and translate insights into implications for sales planning and prioritisation.
• Support definition and execution of regional GTM strategies and translate strategic priorities into actionable regional plans.
• Develop fact-based business cases for growth opportunities and investments; support prioritisation and capital allocation decisions.
• Assist in evaluating M&A and partnership opportunities from a commercial and strategic perspective.
• Refine customer lifecycle and account management frameworks; guide Sales and KAM teams in applying centralised planning frameworks.
• Act as PMO lead for strategic transformation and cost optimisation initiatives; drive governance and KPI tracking.
• Prepare high-quality materials and insights for senior leadership decision-making; ensure cross-regional alignment.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Structured analysis

Financial modeling

Executive communication

Multi-task management

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Job description

Avaloq is seeking a high‑performing Strategy Associate to join the regional strategy organisation supporting APAC, MEAI & US.

The role drives profitable growth through clear GTM direction, structured market intelligence and disciplined strategic planning. In addition, the role supports broader strategic topics across the Sales & Delivery organisation to improve performance, efficiency and scalability.

Exposure to large‑scale transformation programs, particularly cost optimisation initiatives and structured PMO environments is considered a strong advantage.

The successful candidate will act as a trusted partner to Regional Heads and senior leadership, ensuring fact‑based decision‑making and strong execution across growth and operational initiatives.

The Strategy Associate reports to the Head of Sales & Delivery Strategy, who provides overall direction and prioritisation. The role offers direct exposure to senior management and regular interaction with Regional Heads and executive leadership.

Your key tasks

Market, Client & Competitive Intelligence

• Act as the go‑to person for regional market and competitor insights
• Deliver structured analysis on client trends, competitive positioning and market developments
• Translate insights into clear implications for sales planning and strategic prioritisation

Strategy & GTM Direction

• Support definition and execution of regional GTM strategies under the guidance of the Head of Sales & Delivery Strategy and Regional Heads
• Translate strategic priorities into actionable regional plans
• Support targeted pipeline development and profitable growth

Business Cases & Strategic Initiatives

• Develop fact‑based business cases for growth opportunities and investments
• Support prioritisation and capital allocation decisions in alignment with leadership

M&A and partnership

• Support evaluation of M&A and partnership opportunities from a commercial and strategic perspective
• Contribute to investment cases and leadership recommendations

Account / Sales Planning Frameworks

• Support refinement of customer lifecycle and account management frameworks
• Guide Sales and KAM teams in applying centralised planning frameworks
• Drive consistency and adoption across region

Transformation & Cost Optimisation Programs

• Act as Program Manager or PMO lead for strategic transformation and cost optimisation initiatives
• Support structuring and execution of large‑scale efficiency programs, including operating model refinement and performance improvement efforts
• Establish governance frameworks, milestone tracking, KPI monitoring and risk management structures
• Ensure transparency, executive reporting and cross‑regional alignment across transformation workstreams
• Drive accountability and disciplined execution across stakeholders

Sales & Delivery Strategic Topics

• Support strategic initiatives across the Sales & Delivery organisation.
• Contribute to initiatives focused on process optimisation, resource allocation and operational efficiency across project delivery and solution development

Cross‑Regional Alignment & Executive Support

• Act as a connector across Regions, Marketing, Delivery and Commercial Operations
• Reduce fragmentation and ensure alignment of priorities and execution
• Prepare high‑quality materials and insights for senior leadership decision‑making

What “Great” Looks Like in This Role

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical and structured problem‑solving skills
• Ability to break down complex topics and translate analysis into clear, actionable recommendations
• Experience building business cases and working with financial models
• Excellent PowerPoint and Excel skills; ability to create concise, executive‑ready materials
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams with discipline and ownership