Assistant Business Manager

Private Advertiser; Singapore; On-site; SGD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser in Singapore seeks an experienced Assistant Business Manager to drive growth in renewable energy, solar PV, and related sectors across Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and other markets. You will oversee tendering, project development, and stakeholder engagement, coordinating with government agencies, partners, and internal teams to deliver proposals and contracts.

The role requires strong English and Chinese communication, plus the ability to manage diverse tasks in a

Qualifications

• Diploma or higher in Business Administration or related fields.
• Minimum 3 years of sales experience; renewable energy or engineering background preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and standard office software.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities in renewable energy, solar PV, BESS and related sectors.
• Coordinate development of renewable energy and infrastructure projects from concept to tender and implementation preparation.
• Review tender, EOI, RFI and RFP requirements and coordinate submission of documents.
• Liaise with government agencies, utility companies, project owners, partners, EPC contractors, suppliers and investors.
• Assist in reviewing project commercial structures and financing proposals; coordinate with Finance for payments and documents.
• Coordinate preparation, review and revision of agreements and ensure proper recording of documents.
• Prepare project summaries, meeting minutes, and management reports for senior leadership.
• Support multilingual communication and translation for international business purposes.

Skills

Business development

Market research

Project coordination

Stakeholder management

Multilingual communication

English Chinese proficiency

Negotiation

Education

Diploma in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

We are a Singapore Catalist-listed company and are looking for an experienced Assistant Business Manager to join our team.

Job Scope and Responsibilities

1. Business Development and Opportunity Identification

• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities, particularly in the renewable energy, solar PV, Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), infrastructure and related sectors.
• Conduct market research on potential projects, customers, strategic partners and industry developments across Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, China and other international markets.
• Support the development of market-entry and business-expansion strategies.

2. Project Development and Coordination

• Coordinate the development and follow-up of renewable energy and infrastructure projects from the initial discussion stage through proposal, tender, negotiation and implementation preparation.
• Monitor project progress, deadlines, outstanding matters and required actions.
• Maintain project trackers and regularly update management on project status, risks and next steps.

3. Tender and Proposal Management

• Review tender, Expression of Interest (EOI), Request for Information (RFI) and Request for Proposal (RFP) requirements.
• Coordinate the collection, preparation and submission of corporate, legal, financial, technical and project-experience documents.
• Prepare and review tender clarification questions, responses, application forms and supporting documents.
• Monitor submission deadlines and ensure that tender documents comply with the relevant requirements.

4. Stakeholder and Partner Management

• Liaise with government agencies, utility companies, project owners, local partners, EPC contractors, suppliers, consultants and potential investors.
• Arrange and participate in business meetings, project discussions and stakeholder engagements.
• Follow up on meeting outcomes, outstanding information and agreed action items.

5. Commercial and Financial Coordination

• Assist in reviewing project commercial structures, investment arrangements, EPC financing proposals, equipment supply arrangements and revenue models.
• Liaise with the Finance Department regarding project payments, reimbursements, financing documents and other financial arrangements.

6. Contract and Legal Coordination

• Coordinate the preparation, review and revision of agreements, including Joint Venture Agreements, Cooperation Agreements, EPC-related contracts, Memoranda of Understanding and other commercial documents.
• Liaise with external lawyers and internal management regarding contract comments, revisions and approvals.
• Monitor legal documentation, contractual obligations and outstanding legal matters.
• Ensure that relevant agreements and supporting documents are properly recorded and followed up.

7. Management Reporting and Internal Communication

• Prepare project summaries, meeting minutes, management reports, business proposals and presentation materials.
• Provide regular updates to the Business Development Manager, Directors and senior management.
• Consolidate information from different stakeholders and present key issues, recommendations and action plans for management’s consideration.
• Coordinate internal approvals and communicate management decisions to the relevant parties.

8. Documentation and Multilingual Communication

• Prepare, review and coordinate business correspondence, official letters, emails, presentations and project documents.
• Support the translation and preparation of documents in English, Chinese and other required languages for international business purposes.
• Ensure that business documents are professionally presented and consistent with company requirements.

9. Regulatory and Compliance Coordination

• Conduct preliminary research and follow up on relevant licences, certifications, registration requirements and regulatory procedures in different markets.
• Coordinate with local consultants, government agencies and service providers regarding regulatory and compliance matters.
• Support the preparation of corporate and compliance documents required for tenders, partnerships and project development.

10. Supply Chain and Logistics Coordination

• Liaise with suppliers and logistics service providers regarding equipment specifications, quotations, import requirements, shipment arrangements and delivery schedules.
• Support the sourcing and coordination of solar panels, BESS, transformers and other project-related equipment.
• Follow up on import permits, shipping documents and logistics-related issues.

11. Meeting and Business Travel Coordination

• Arrange meetings, site visits, business trips and stakeholder appointments for management and project teams.
• Prepare meeting agendas, briefing notes, supporting documents and post-meeting follow-up reports.
• Coordinate travel schedules and other logistical arrangements for business-related activities.

12. General Business Development Support

• Assist the Business Development Manager and Directors with ad hoc assignments related to business development, project execution and corporate matters.
• Represent the company professionally in communications and meetings with external stakeholders.
• Perform other duties assigned by management to support the company’s business objectives and international expansion.

Requirements

• Diploma or higher in Business Administration or related fields.
• Minimum 3 years of sales experience; experience in renewable energy or engineering-related industries is a must.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other standard office software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Chinese.
• Detail-oriented, responsible, and well-organized, with good time management and teamwork abilities.
• Able to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic bilingual translation ability (English and Chinese).
• Experience in project documentation, quotation, or contract preparation.
• Interest or knowledge in the renewable energy sector.

"We are seeking candidates proficient in Chinese to effectively communicate with Chinese-speaking clients."