Senior Manager/Manager Strategic Planning & Investment

PDC Premier Holdings Sdn Bhd; Bayan Lepas; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent investment and development firm in Bayan Lepas is hiring a Senior Manager/Manager for Strategic Planning & Investment. This pivotal role aims to shape the organization’s future through strategic planning, corporate development, and risk management. The ideal candidate will have at least 8-10 years in relevant fields with a strong background in strategic initiatives, M&A transactions, and stakeholder engagement. This role guarantees robust growth through effective planning and execution of fundraising activities.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in strategy, investment, corporate planning, fundraising, or risk management.
• Proven track record in leading strategic initiatives and M&A transactions.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and board-level presentations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of strategic plans.
• Conduct market and industry analysis.
• Engage with investors for fundraising.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Communication and presentation skills

Financial modeling and investment analysis

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Education

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

Master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., CFA, CPA, FRM, CIMA)

Job description

Senior Manager/Manager Strategic Planning & Investment

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Manager/Manager, Strategic Planning and Investment to lead strategic planning, fundraising, corporate development, and enterprise risk management. This role is critical in shaping the organization’s long‑term direction, driving growth through new ventures and M&A, and ensuring robust governance and risk oversight.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of the organization’s strategic and corporate plans.
• Facilitate annual planning cycles, performance reviews, and strategic alignment across business units.
• Conduct market, industry, and competitor analysis to support strategic decision‑making.
• Identify capital needs and lead fundraising initiatives including equity, debt, and hybrid instruments.
• Engage with investors, financial institutions, and advisors to structure and negotiate funding deals.
• Prepare board‑level strategy papers, dashboards, and scenario models.
• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities, partnerships, and strategic ventures.
• Lead feasibility studies, market entry assessments, and financial modeling.
• Develop investment proposals and business cases for executive and board approval.
• Manage end‑to‑end M&A processes including target screening, due diligence, deal structuring, and post‑merger integration.
• Build and maintain relationships with external stakeholders including investment banks, legal advisors, and strategic partners.
• Design and implement enterprise risk management (ERM) frameworks and policies.
• Identify and assess strategic, operational, financial, and compliance risks.
• Develop risk registers, mitigation plans, and key risk indicators (KRIs).
• Conduct scenario planning and stress testing to support decision‑making.
• Report risk exposures and mitigation status to senior management and the board.
• Promote a risk‑aware culture and ensure alignment with corporate governance standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• Master’s degree or professional certification (e.g., CFA, CPA, FRM, CIMA) is highly desirable.
• Minimum 8–10 years of progressive experience in strategy, investment, corporate planning, fundraising, or risk management.
• Proven track record in leading strategic initiatives, capital raising, M&A transactions, and risk frameworks.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement, board‑level presentations, and cross‑functional leadership.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Project leadership and stakeholder management.
• Strategic thinking and business acumen.
• Financial modeling and investment analysis.
• Fundraising and capital market engagement.
• M&A execution and integration.
• Risk management and governance.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience in high‑growth sectors (e.g., technology, infrastructure, energy).
• Exposure to IPO readiness or corporate transformation programs.
• Familiarity with ESG, sustainability, and digital strategy trends.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit an updated résumé stating current salary, expected salary, CGPA obtained and notice required together with copies of academic certificates to [e-mail]

Alternatively, applications may be submitted via Jobstreet.com.

Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Closing Date : 22nd December 2025

About PDC Premier Holdings Sdn Bhd

PDC Premier Holdings Sdn Bhd is a wholly‑owned subsidiary of Penang Development Corporation (PDC). The main activities of the PDC Group include investment holding, property development, property investment, property management, consultancy services, construction, and provision of telecommunications facilities. PDC Premier Holdings Sdn Bhd provides business value and shared services solutions comprising accounting, financial, human resources and secretarial.

We are seeking experienced, dedicated and result‑oriented staff to join our team.

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 Strategic Planning Manager?
• How many years of business development experience do you have?