Assistant Manager/Manager, Strategy

IOI Corporation Berhad; Putrajaya; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Malaysia is seeking a Junior Management professional with a strong background in market research and strategic planning. The role involves conducting analyses to identify opportunities, developing actionable strategies, and evaluating investment options. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or Economics and have at least 5 years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and a results-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in market research or strategic planning required.
• Strong analytical and diagnostic skills crucial for interpreting data.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and effectively prioritize tasks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends and opportunities.
• Source and evaluate potential investment opportunities and collaborations.
• Assist in developing business strategy aligned with group objectives.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Communication

Problem-solving

Relationship-building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's degree in Finance

Bachelor's degree in Economics

Tools

Microsoft Office

Bloomberg Terminal

Job description

Position Level

Junior Management

Job Type

Permanent

Location

Putrajaya

Experience

Possess minimum of 5 years’ experience in market research, strategic planning, investment analysis, and partnership management.

Qualification

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or related field.

Responsibilities

Job Description/Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough market research and analysis to identify industry trends, opportunities, and challenges.
• Translate market insights into actionable strategies to enhance our competitive advantage and drive business growth.
• Source and evaluate potential investment opportunities, including new business ventures, joint ventures (JVs), and venture capital deals.
• Identify and pursue strategic collaboration opportunities with external partners, including start-ups, companies, research institutions, and government agencies.
• Manage partnerships and alliances to drive mutual value and achieve strategic objectives.
• Assist in developing and formulating business strategy, in line with the Group’s objectives and sustainable growth.
• Assist in overseeing strategic reviews and executions of these strategies and investment projects, including tracking key performance and milestones.
• Conduct regular reviews and evaluations of investments to assess performance, identify areas for improvement.
• Provide insights and reports to senior management and stakeholders on strategy execution and investment outcomes.
• Coordinate innovation initiatives and projects, fostering a culture of creativity and continuous improvement within the organization.
• Take on ad-hoc responsibilities as needed to support strategic initiatives, investment activities, and business development efforts.
  
  

Job Requirements

Job Specification

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• Possess minimum of 5 years’ experience in market research, strategic planning, investment analysis, and partnership management.
• Strong analytical and diagnostic skills, with the ability to interpret data.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities, with a results-oriented mindset.
• Computer literate and possess advance skills in Microsoft Office applications and Bloomberg Terminal.
• Demonstrated track record of taking ownership and responsibility for driving results and achieving objectives.
• Strong sense of accountability and ownership, with the ability to effectively manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.