Team Lead Business Planning

Acmetel; Islamabad; On-site; PKR 1,116,000 - 1,674,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecom company based in Islamabad is seeking a skilled business planning professional. This role involves leading the development and execution of business plans, financial modeling, and performance analysis to support the company's strategic objectives. The ideal candidate will possess a Master’s degree in a relevant field and 4–6 years of experience in corporate finance or strategy, preferably in the telecom sector. Strong analytical skills and proficiency in tools like Excel and Power BI are essential.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field is required.
• 4–6 years of relevant experience in business planning or corporate finance is preferred.
• Experience in telecom or technology sectors is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Lead business planning processes in line with corporate strategy.
• Develop financial models and forecasts for performance assessment.
• Evaluate new business initiatives through ROI analyses.
• Coordinate with departments for strategic alignment.
• Track and analyze business KPIs and variances.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial modeling

Strategic thinking

Proficiency in Excel

Proficiency in Power BI

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, CA

Tools

Business planning software/tools

Job description

• Locations: CORPORATE OFFICE, I-9/3, ISLAMABAD

Job Description

This position is responsible for leading the development, analysis, and execution of business plans, forecasts, and performance monitoring to support the company’s strategic objectives. The role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams to translate corporate strategy into actionable financial and operational plans, ensuring alignment between commercial, technical, and financial goals.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, CA, or related field.
• 4–6 years of experience in business planning, strategy, or corporate finance — preferably within the telecom or technology sector.
• Strong analytical, financial modeling, and strategic thinking skills.
• Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, and business planning software/tools.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with experience preparing reports for senior management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the annual and long-term business planning process in alignment with corporate strategy.
• Develop financial models, forecasts, and scenario analyses to assess business performance and growth opportunities.
• Evaluate new business initiatives, partnerships, and investments through feasibility studies and ROI analysis.
• Coordinate with departments to consolidate business inputs and ensure strategic alignment.
• Track business KPIs, analyze variances against budget/forecast, and recommend corrective actions.
• Prepare periodic business performance reports and presentations for management and board reviews.
• Identify risks and opportunities impacting revenue, cost, and profitability.
• Conduct market intelligence and benchmarking to support strategic decision-making.
• Analyze industry trends, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics impacting business growth.
• Work closely with Finance, Marketing, Sales, and technical teams to ensure integrated planning.
• Facilitate planning workshops and support business units in developing operational plans and budgets.