Assistant Manager Commercials

Private Advertiser; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A private firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an Assistant Manager to manage and coordinate commercial projects, develop business plans, and liaise with stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have 5–8 years of experience in commercial management and possess a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with governance standards and identifying new business opportunities. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to strategic planning and project execution.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–8 years of relevant experience in commercial management, business development, and project management.
• Exposure to infrastructure, property, utilities, or regulated environments is preferred.
• Experience in managing multi-stakeholder projects and preparing business cases.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate commercial projects from concept to execution.
• Develop project plans, timelines, and budgets for commercial initiatives.
• Monitor project performance and recommend corrective actions.
• Identify and evaluate new commercial opportunities.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders for seamless implementation.

Skills

Project management

Business development

Stakeholder management

Financial analysis

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field

Professional qualifications (MBA, CFA, ACCA)

Job description

Responsibilities

Manage and coordinate newly established commercial projects from concept development through execution and operational stabilisation.

Develop project plans, timelines, budgets, and performance milestones for assigned commercial initiatives.

Monitor project performance against approved business cases and recommend corrective actions where required.

Business Development & Expansion

Identify and evaluate new commercial opportunities within the Group’s existing network and future expansion areas (e.g. retail, advertising, utilities, digital or ancillary services).

Conduct market research, feasibility studies, and financial evaluations to support expansion proposals.

Support the preparation of business cases, investment papers, and presentations for Management and Board approval.

Stakeholder & Partner Management

Liaise with internal stakeholders including Operations, Finance, Legal, Procurement, and Engineering to ensure seamless implementation of commercial projects.

Engage external parties such as tenants, concessionaires, vendors, consultants, and strategic partners.

Support negotiations on commercial terms, contracts, and agreements in collaboration with Legal and Finance.

Financial & Performance Monitoring

Track commercial revenue, costs, and profitability of assigned projects.

Prepare periodic performance reports, forecasts, and variance analyses for Management review.

Ensure commercial initiatives meet approved financial and operational targets.

Governance, Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure all commercial projects comply with internal policies, concession agreements, regulatory requirements, and governance standards.

Identify commercial, operational, and financial risks and propose mitigation measures.

Maintain proper documentation and audit trails for all commercial activities.

Continuous Improvement & Strategic Support

Recommend process improvements, new commercial models, and innovative approaches to enhance commercial outcomes.

Support the Head of Commercial in strategic planning, budgeting, and Group-wide commercial initiatives.

Stay abreast of industry trends, market developments, and best practices relevant to commercialisation and infrastructure-related businesses.

Requirements & Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Marketing, Engineering, or a related discipline

Professional qualifications (MBA, CFA, ACCA, or equivalent) will be an added advantage

Experience

Minimum 5–8 years of relevant experience in commercial management, business development, project management, or asset monetisation

Exposure to infrastructure, property, utilities, or regulated environments is preferred

Experience in managing multi-stakeholder projects and preparing business cases

Unlock job insights

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as a commercial manager?
• Do you have customer service experience?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?

Assistant Manager | Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (Multiple-locations)