Assistant Director Transformation Delivery

eastspring investments (singapore) limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastspring Investments (Singapore) Limited is seeking a senior Transformation Lead/Business Analyst to steer end-to-end initiatives across front, middle and back office. You will independently guide problem framing, requirements gathering, design and implementation, with a focus on rapid, value-driven outcomes.

You will double-hat as a Business Analyst, challenge assumptions, and build executive-ready updates while collaborating with senior stakeholders across markets and functions.

Qualifications

• Structured thinking with ability to navigate ambiguity and synthesize complex information.
• Strong stakeholder management across senior levels in asset management.
• Experience delivering complex change initiatives end-to-end.
• Front-to-back understanding of asset management products and operating models.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of transformation initiatives across front, middle and back office domains.
• Manage project lifecycle from problem framing, requirements gathering, design to implementation.
• Balance structured programmes with ad-hoc, rapid initiatives and tight budgets.
• Act as Business Analyst to elicit and refine business requirements.
• Develop practical, decision-ready recommendations and executive updates.
• Build relationships with senior stakeholders across markets and functions.
• Drive benefits realisation and measurable business outcomes.
• Utilise AI and digital tools to improve analysis, productivity and delivery.

Skills

Structured thinking

Stakeholder management

Delivery discipline

Business analysis

Problem solving

AI tools usage

Agile and project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

PMP/Prince2 preferred

Business Analysis or Digital/AI certifications advantageous

Tools

AI analysis tools

Office productivity suites

Job description

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Lead end-to-end delivery of transformation initiatives across front, middle and back office domains
• Independently manage project lifecycle from problem framing, requirements gathering, solution design through to implementation
• Operate flexibly across both structured programmes and ad-hoc, low-budget initiatives requiring rapid turnaround
• Actively double-hat as Business Analyst to elicit, challenge and refine business requirements.
• Apply structured thinking to break down ambiguous problems and develop practical, decision-ready recommendations
• Build strong relationships and influence senior stakeholders across functions and markets
• Communicate clearly and effectively, producing executive-ready updates, papers and presentations
• Ensure strong delivery discipline including planning, tracking, governance and risk management according to the firms Transformation execution standards.
• Drive benefits realisation and challenge assumptions to ensure measurable business outcomes
• Leverage AI and digital tools to improve analysis, productivity and delivery efficiency
• Support change management and ensure solutions are adopted and embedded effectively
• Act as a trusted partner to business stakeholders, providing strategic input beyond execution

CANDIDATE ATTRIBUTES

• Strong structured thinking and problem-solving capability, able to navigate ambiguity and synthesize complex information
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills across seniority levels
• Proven ability to deliver across multiple domains within investment management
• Strong front-to-back understanding of asset management products, processes and operating model
• Demonstrates high ownership, accountability and delivery discipline
• Strong communication skills with ability to create clear,concise and impactful narratives
• Digital-first mindset with practical application of AI tools(e.g. for analysis, documentation, synthesis)
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution
• Comfortable managing both large-scale programmes and small,fast-paced initiatives
• Adaptable, proactive and able to work effectively in a fast-changing environment
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of business case and value delivery

EXPERIENCE

• 10–15+ years of experience in project management and/or business analysis within asset management, capital markets or financial services
• Experience gained within buy-side, sell-side, or leading consulting firms
• Demonstrated track record of delivering complex change initiatives end-to-end
• Experience working across multiple geographies and stakeholders
• Exposure to operating model transformation, digital initiatives or platform implementations is advantageous

EDUCATION /QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Project Management certification (PMP, Prince2) preferred but not mandatory
• Relevant certifications in Business Analysis, Agile or Digital/AI are advantageous