Strategy & Operation Lead

Lemon Sky Studios; Shah Alam; On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading animation and game studio in Malaysia seeks a Strategy Expert to drive major strategic initiatives within the organization. This role demands an analytical mindset and strong leadership capabilities to foster growth across multiple business units. The ideal candidate should possess substantial experience in strategic planning, corporate development, and business performance enhancement, and will engage with senior management to shape the company's long-term direction.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical benefits

Lifestyle benefits

Fun workshops and to get together

Game area with PS4, PS5, and arcade machines

Qualifications

• 4–8 years of experience in management consulting or corporate strategy.
• Demonstrated experience in leading strategy or investment projects.
• Skilled in financial modeling and advanced problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of multi-year strategic plans.
• Support corporate development initiatives, including M&A.
• Design operational improvement strategies to drive efficiency.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

MBA

Job description

We are looking for a high-caliber Strategy Expert to join our leadership team. This individual will serve as a trusted advisor to senior management, driving strategic initiatives across multiple business units and growth verticals. The ideal candidate brings a strong analytical mindset, execution capability, and leadership presence, with experience in solving complex business challenges across industries.

Job Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning & Execution

• Lead the development and execution of multi-year strategic plans, including opportunity assessments, operating model reviews, and transformation roadmaps.
• Conduct in-depth market and competitive analyses to identify new growth avenues and support key decision-making.
• Translate high-level business goals into actionable plans and performance metrics.

Corporate Development & Investments

• Support corporate development initiatives including partnerships, M&A, divestitures, and capital planning.
• Build financial models and conduct valuations to assess deal opportunities and optimize capital deployment.
• Manage end-to-end deal execution processes, including due diligence, structuring, and stakeholder alignment.

Business Performance & Value Creation

• Design and implement operational improvement strategies to drive margin expansion, efficiency, and scale.
• Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to implement performance tracking systems, pricing strategies, and scalable business models.
• Provide insight and analytics that support data-driven decision-making and
organizational agility.

Leadership Engagement & Governance

• Prepare and present strategic materials for executive leadership and board-level
audiences.
• Facilitate workshops and working sessions to align stakeholders on strategic priorities and execution milestones.
• Act as a key thought partner to business leaders, balancing strategic thinking with on-the-ground execution.

Special Initiatives

• Lead strategic initiatives in emerging areas such as digital transformation, organizational restructuring, and new business ventures.
• Navigate ambiguity, take ownership of unstructured problems, and drive outcomes under tight timelines.
• Partner with external advisors, regulators, or investors where applicable to unlock strategic value.

Job Requirements:

• 4–8 years of experience in top-tier management consulting, corporate strategy, private equity, or equivalent strategic roles.
• Demonstrated experience leading high-impact strategy, transformation, or investment projects.
• Advanced problem-solving, financial modeling, and communication skills.
• Strong leadership, with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization.
• Comfortable working in fast-paced, dynamic environments with multiple stakeholders.
• Bachelor's degree required; MBA or relevant certifications (e.g., FMVA, CFA) preferred.
• A structured thinker with strong business intuition and analytical rigor.
• Skilled in building alignment across diverse teams and managing through influence.
• Self-starter who thrives in ambiguity and takes ownership of outcomes.
• Passionate about continuous improvement and long-term value creation.
• Versatile and adaptable, with broad exposure across sectors or function.

Why Join Us:

• We are one of Malaysia’s leading animation and game studios.
• Enjoy a range of benefits! From comprehensive medical benefits to lifestyle benefits.
• We are not all about work, work, work. We have fun workshops, festive celebrations, and fun events to get-together.

• Want to have fun and an enjoyable time with your colleagues? We have a game area (PS4, PS5, and arcade machines)!

• Our office is easily accessible by public transport – take the train (LRT) and stop at Subang Jaya Station via Kelana Jaya Line.