Business Administration & Communications Protege Trainee

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global technology company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a Business Administration & Communications Protégé Trainee. This role involves preparing presentations, reports, and providing general administrative support. Ideal for fresh graduates with a degree in IT, Business Admin, or related fields, who possess strong communication skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Join a company that values diversity and offers a secure career in an international setting.

Benefits

Networking through internal networks

Secure and permanent job

Opportunities for training and further education

Qualifications

• Fresh Graduates with less than 2 years experience.
• Able to draft simple communication materials.
• Understanding of basic admin tasks.

Responsibilities

• Prepare PowerPoint presentations and executive summaries.
• Assist in preparing reports and dashboards.
• Provide general administrative support.

Skills

Fluent in English (written and oral)

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Good organisational skills

Ability to multitask

Positive attitude

Education

Bachelor's Degree in IT, Business Admin, Finance & Accounting, Mathematics, Statistics or Computer Science

Tools

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work bring people together, there's something for everyone to get stuck into. And that's where you come in.

Kuala‑Lumpur, Malaysia (On‑Site)

As Hitachi Rail GTS, we are advancing rail signalling and safety solutions to ensure safe and efficient railway operations worldwide.

Our technologies help bring billions of people reliably to their destinations by rail every year – making sustainable mobility a reality.

Business Administration & Communications Protégé Trainee (Ref. No. R1011712)

at our location in Kuala‑Lumpur

Responsibilities

• Prepare and compile PowerPoint presentations, executive summaries, and supporting documents.
• Assist in the preparation of reports, dashboards, and data consolidation.
• Maintain and update business records, including data registration and document tracking.
• Coordinate and support expense claims and ensure timely submissions.
• Assist with travel arrangements, including itinerary preparation, bookings, and logistics coordination.
• Organize and monitor meeting schedules, minutes, and follow‑up actions.
• Provide general administrative support to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Draft and support development of press releases, internal announcements, and communication materials.
• Assist in content collection, proofreading, and formatting for communication channels.
• Support planning and coordination of corporate events, media engagements, and stakeholder activities.
• Maintain communication databases, mailing lists, and document archives.
• Liaise with internal teams to gather information for communication outputs.

Qualifications

• Fresh Graduates with less than 2 years experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in IT, Business Admin, Finance & Accounting, Mathematics, Statistics or Computer Science.
• Fluent in English (written and oral).
• Understanding of basic admin tasks (documentation, reporting, scheduling).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Word).
• Able to draft simple communication materials (press releases, announcements).
• Good organisational skills and strong attention to detail.
• Able to multitask, meet deadlines, and work independently.
• Positive attitude, proactive, and willing to learn.

Our Talent Acquisition Team is looking forward to hearing from you.

We look forward to receiving your application in just a few clicks via our career portal.

For further information about Hitachi Rail as an employer visit us on www.hitachirail.com/careers

Motivation

Our motivation is the mobility turnaround. Our teams find innovative products and solutions ensuring operation and reliability of the entire rail network.

Benefits

• Stronger together: Networking through internal networks and working in international teams.
• Our drive: Laying foundations for rail digitization worldwide.
• Attractive conditions: A secure and permanent job with a global company.

Equal Opportunity

Equal opportunities and self‑determined participation of severely disabled persons and persons of equal status as well as respectful cooperation are firmly anchored principles within Hitachi Rail and its subsidiaries. We also aim to offer all our equal opportunities to start a career and to receive training and further education in our company. consciously promote diversity and togetherness in our teams.

Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at https://www.hitachirail.com/careers.

At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment – we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

We would be delighted if you would be one of our followers at https://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachirail.