Director, Strategy and Business Management

Mizuho Bank, Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider based in Singapore is looking for an experienced executive to support the CEO and ensure alignment with organizational objectives. The role involves strategic planning, project management, and effective communication across teams. Applicants should have a degree in Business Administration or related fields, with at least 12 years of relevant experience in the Financial Services industry. Strong analytical and organizational skills are essential, along with the ability to interact with diverse stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of relevant working experience in the Financial Services industry.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a strategic mindset.
• Exceptional organisational and project management skills with high attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to communicate with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Comfortable working independently in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Act as a bridge between senior management and other parts of the Bank.
• Collaborate with the CEO to develop work plans in line with regional priorities.
• Drive improvement in process and operational efficiency.
• Oversee budgeting and performance monitoring.
• Ensure timely delivery of key projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving abilities

Organisational skills

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics or related field

Job description

Company Profile

MIZUHO BANK, LTD. IS A SUBSIDIARY OF THE JAPAN-BASED MIZUHO FINANCIAL GROUP, INC.(LISTED ON THE TOKYO STOCK EXCHANGE AND NYSE) AND IS ONE OF THE LARGEST FINANCIAL SERVICES COMPANIES IN THE WORLD. MIZUHO BANK, LTD. PROVIDES FINANCIAL AND STRATEGIC SOLUTIONS FOR THE INCREASINGLY DIVERSE AND SOPHISTICATED NEEDS OF ITS CLIENTS WITH OFFICES LOCATED IN ALL THE MAJOR CITIES OF THE WORLD SUCH AS TOKYO, NEW YORK, LONDON, HONG KONG AND SINGAPORE.

Job Responsibilities

This incumbent acts as a bridge between senior management and other parts of the Bank, ensuring alignment of organisational objectives and execution of strategic initiatives.

Strategic Planning

• Collaborate with the CEO to develop and execute work plans in alignment to regional and global direction and priorities
• Support Singapore Administration Department (SGAD) to drive improvement in the process and operational efficiency
• Lead data driven analysis, identify issues and resolve complex issues with recommendations
• Gather, synthesize and analyze data to provide insights to the respective stakeholders

Corporate Planning

• Oversee and carry out the process of budgeting and expense
• Performance Monitoring
• Establish KPIs and metrics to monitor the progress towards organisational goals

Project Management

• Oversee key projects from conception to completion by collaborating with stakeholders within and outside the Bank and ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget
• Communication: Serve as a key liaison between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders, ensuring clear and effective communication at all levels.
• Lead and work cohesively with the team - adaptable to work with various departments and people and influence stakeholders
• Promote Mizuho and team culture

Executive Support

• Plan and curate agenda for Bank Townhalls and other management meetings, in collaboration with other stakeholders.
• Develop Executive-level materials for key meetings

Job Requirements

• Degree-qualified in Business Administration, Finance, Economics or related field with a minimum 12 years of relevant working experience in the Financial Services industry
• Strong analytical and problem solving abilities, with a strategic mindset
• Exceptional organisational and project management skills, with high attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to interact and communicate with diverse range of stakeholders (internal and external)
• Comfortable working independently in a dynamic and face-paced environment to manage a diverse range of assignments with a solution-driven mindset