Strategy and Transactions, Manager

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Kuching; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A global professional services firm is seeking an Experienced Manager for its Strategy and Transactions team in Kuching, Malaysia. This role involves leading assignments, conducting financial analyses, and mentoring junior members. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in corporate finance, strong analytical skills, and relevant professional qualifications. The firm also offers opportunities for continuous learning and a diverse workplace.

Benefits

Competitive remuneration package

Continuous learning opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Inclusive culture

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of work experience in corporate finance.
• Experience in investment banking, professional services, or boutique firms.
• Knowledge of project financial modelling and financing markets.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage strategy and transactions assignments.
• Conduct financial analysis and benchmarking.
• Develop and review financial models for various purposes.
• Perform project feasibility studies and investment appraisals.
• Mentor and supervise junior team members.
• Contribute to business development.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Numerical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Professional qualifications (CPA, ACCA, CFA)

Job description

Our Strategy and Transaction (SAT) team works with clients to manage their capital agenda to drive competitive advantage and increased returns. As part of a global team of 10,000 professionals in 100 countries you will advise clients on preserving, optimizing, raising or investing capital. Major groups (or, as we call them, sub-service lines and competencies) within SaT include Mergers and Acquisition Services, Valuation and Business Modelling, Project Finance, Restructuring Services, Operational Transaction Services and Transaction Support.

We are seeking to build on recent successes and continue to grow the origination and execution capacity of the team through the recruitment of a SaT professional at the Experienced Manager level.

The opportunity

Leveraging an extensive global network, our SaT team provides sector-focused advice to navigate complexity by helping them to reimagine their eco-systems, reshape their portfolios and reinvent themselves for a better future. As part of this team you may also advise C‑suite executives and boards on evaluating strategic alternatives in the context of transactions.

We work across all industries and operate in a broad range of disciplines including:

• Merger and acquisition as well as transaction evaluation
• Valuation, business modelling and economics
• Strategic planning and capital allocation
• Budgeting, forecasting and planning

Your key responsibilities

As a Manager, you will lead and manage a group of team members in delivering strategy and transactions assignments. You will take an active role in business development activities including involvement in the preparation of proposals and presentation to prospective clients.

In addition, you will have responsibility for the following:

• Financial analysis to assess business performance, profitability, cost structures, and strategic fit. This includes benchmarking, forecasting, breakeven analysis, and identifying improvement opportunities based on market and financial insights.
• Develop and / or review financial model for strategic planning, capital allocation, transaction support, investment appraisal, financial planning and reporting purposes
• Conduct project feasibility studies and investment appraisals, encompassing industry and market analysis, identification of business opportunities, preparation of financial projections and investment return analysis, as well as assessment of key risks and mitigation strategies.
• Perform business valuation for transaction and financial reporting purposes
• Perform economic impact assessments for public and private sector initiatives, quantifying the broader economic, social, and fiscal implications of projects or policies.
• Oversee project delivery by managing timelines, resources, and quality assurance processes. Maintain strong communication with clients and stakeholders, ensuring expectations are met and insights are clearly conveyed through presentations, reports, and workshops.
• Mentor and supervise junior team members, providing guidance on technical work, client interaction, and career development.
• Contribute to business development by identifying new opportunities and preparing proposals.

Skills and attributes for success

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
• Strong drive to excel professionally, and to guide and motivate others
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills
• Dedicated, innovative, resourceful, analytical and able to work under pressure
• Foster an efficient, innovative and team‑oriented work environment

To qualify for the role you must have

• A bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 5 years of work experience, preferably corporate finance in an investment bank, professional services firm or boutique firm
• Professional qualifications such as CPA, ACCA, CFA.
• Leadership skills especially in areas of Project Management and People Management
• Project financing knowledge, with understanding of project financial modelling and financing markets
• Strong numerical, financial and modelling skills based on a well‑developed understanding of financial statements
• Sound commercial judgment and an ability to generate creative solutions to problems

Ideally, you’ll also have

• Transactions experience
• Client facing experience from a professional services background
• High degree of personal drive and motivation to succeed
• A passion to provide high quality service to your clients

What we look for

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident leader with strong people management skills and a genuine passion to make things happen in a dynamic organization. If you’re ready to take on a wide range of responsibilities, and are committed to seeking out new ways to make a difference, this role is for you.

What working at EY offers

EY offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with your work experience, where you will be rewarded for your individual and team performance. We are committed to being an inclusive employer and are happy to consider flexible working arrangements (FWA), as needed, guided by our FWA Policy. Plus, we offer:

• Continuous learning: You’ll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.
• Success as defined by you: We’ll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.
• Transformative leadership: We’ll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.
• Diverse and inclusive culture: You’ll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible.

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