Special Assistant to the Director

Iskandar Waterfront Holdings; Johor; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Iskandar Waterfront Holdings in Johor, Malaysia, seeks a hands-on Special Assistant to the Director to provide strategic, administrative and operational support on-site.

You will prepare reports, presentations and briefing materials, coordinate meetings, conduct research on projects and markets, summarize key findings and options for decision‑makers, and assist in day‑to‑day office tasks while handling confidential information with discretion.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical, research, and reporting abilities to support strategic and operational decision-making.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with proficiency in preparing clear presentations, briefs, and correspondence.
• Proven organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and stakeholders.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity in handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, showing initiative and sound judgment in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in office productivity tools (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, presentations) and general digital literacy.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Economics, Urban Planning, or a related field; relevant experience in real estate, development, or corporate environments is an advantage.
• Familiarity with large-scale development projects or Malaysian business and regulatory environments is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Prepare reports, presentations, and briefing materials; coordinate meetings and events; manage follow-ups on action items.
• Conduct research and analysis on projects, markets, and policies; summarize key findings; recommend options to support decision-making.
• Maintain effective communication with internal and external stakeholders; handle confidential information with discretion; assist in monitoring project timelines and priorities.
• Support the Director with day-to-day office management tasks, including scheduling, documentation, and coordination across departments.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Research skills

Reporting abilities

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time-management

Discretion and integrity

Independent work / initiative

Digital literacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business/Management/Economics/Urban Planning

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

Iskandar Waterfront Holdings (IWH) is the master developer of 4,300 acres of prime waterfront land within Flagship A of Iskandar Malaysia, one of the country’s most prominent economic development corridors. The company plays a central role in shaping large-scale, mixed-use urban and waterfront developments that integrate residential, commercial, and leisure components. IWH collaborates with governmental bodies, investors, and strategic partners to drive sustainable growth and regional transformation. Prospective team members join a dynamic environment focused on long-term value creation, innovative development, and high-impact projects in Johore, Malaysia.

Role Description

The Special Assistant to the Director is a full-time, on-site role based in Johore, Malaysia, providing direct support to the Director in strategic, administrative, and operational matters. Responsibilities include preparing reports, presentations, and briefing materials, coordinating meetings and events, and managing follow-ups on action items. The role involves conducting research and analysis on projects, markets, and policies, summarizing key findings, and recommending options to support decision-making. The Special Assistant will maintain effective communication with internal and external stakeholders, handle confidential information with discretion, and assist in monitoring project timelines and priorities. This position also supports the Director with day-to-day office management tasks, including scheduling, documentation, and coordination across departments.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical, research, and reporting abilities to support strategic and operational decision-making.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with proficiency in preparing clear presentations, briefs, and correspondence.
• Proven organizational and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks, deadlines, and stakeholders.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity in handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, showing initiative and sound judgment in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in office productivity tools (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets, presentations) and general digital literacy.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Management, Economics, Urban Planning, or a related field; relevant experience in real estate, development, or corporate environments is an advantage.
• Familiarity with large-scale development projects or Malaysian business and regulatory environments is beneficial.