Manager, Strategy Management (Corporate Office)

The Datai Langkawi; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company seeks a Strategy Manager to oversee strategic planning and project management for its brand development. Candidates will manage operations, evaluate expansion opportunities, and collaborate with top management, requiring a degree in related fields and several years of experience. Strong analytical and communication skills are necessary for this role.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business or related field.
• 4-5 years experience in commercial environment.
• Knowledge in report writing and project management.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate special projects for brand development.
• Evaluate brand expansion opportunities.
• Prepare financial models and investment proposals.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Degree in Business, Hospitality, Finance, Real Estate

MBA or Chartered Financial Analyst

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

Job description

OVERALL SCOPE OF JOB DESRIPTION MANAGER, STRATEGY MANAGEMENT (CORPORATE OFFICE)

To provide strategic planning including asset management, project management and support for hotels, resorts, golf clubs, residencies, retail, and other related special project development under the business scope of Datai Hotels & Resorts (DHR).

Working closely with the Director of Strategy Management and cross-functional teams, the Strategy Manager will help shape corporate strategies, evaluate business opportunities, contribute to the brand’s expansion efforts, drive transformation initiatives, and provide insights that inform executive-level decision-making.

SPECIFIC DUTIES & PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Planning and coordinating to implement special project as allocated by Director of Strategy Management for the development of The Datai Brand.
2. Evaluate opportunities for brand expansion, including greenfield developments, conversions, third-party management deals and join ventures.
3. Prepare investment proposals, financial models and pitch deck
4. Prioritise and ensure related reports and paper work (i.e. Business and Operations) are dealt with efficiently and timely.
5. Prepare and review Exco or Board papers related to DHR Business.
6. Establish, prepare and review monthly reports for DHR.
7. Oversee and assist in overall management of business units such as hotels, resorts, golf clubs, residencies, retail, and other related special project other business units under CEO’s office.
8. Evaluate business trend and make the necessary recommendations to improve efficiency of business units.
9. Assist Director of Strategy Management in roll out of master plan of DHR.
10. Carry out any other tasks/duties as requested by the Director of Strategy Management based on business needs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE AND COMPETENCIES

1. Degree in Business, Hospitality, Finance, Real Estate, or a related field; (MBA or Chartered Financial Analyst is an advantage)
2. Possess commercial understanding of business, preferably hotel, retail or golf or related business.
3. Understanding of Project management in development and operations of hotels, resorts, villas, golf operations, retails and restaurant.
4. Understanding of strategic planning for the company, financials, company policies, procedures, including external rules and regulations.
5. Working effectively, at all times with top management/executives.
6. Provide reports, as required, for the projects to top management.
7. Worked for at least 4 to 5 years in commercial environment.
8. Regularly communicate with CEO, Head of Division/Departments and other stakeholders
9. Knowledge in report writing.
10. Attention to details with ability to understand and capture different scenarios and project characteristics.
11. Problem solving capabilities.
12. Ability to communicate in other languages is an added advantage.
13. Strong analytical skills with advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word); financial modelling skills are essential.
14. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
15. Organized with the ability to prioritize and multi-task
16. Reliable with patience and professionalism

Please feel free to submit your CV / Resume to our Personal Assistant to CEO, Ms. Joanne Gasper via email: [e-mail] by 31 May 2025