Senior Manager/Manager, Strategy & Governance, Digital & Information Technology

CITY DEVELOPMENTS LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

City Developments Limited (CDL) is seeking a Senior Manager/Manager to partner with Digital & IT leadership in shaping strategic plans, governance, and transformation roadmaps. The role develops executive-level communications, business cases, and management reports to inform key decisions.

The position focuses on enterprise-wide digital strategy, governance frameworks, and Board-level messaging to support CDL’s transformation agenda and leadership initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, Engineering or related field
• MBA or postgraduate qualification is an advantage
• 5–8 years in Management Consulting, Strategy Consulting, Business Transformation, Digital Transformation, Corporate Strategy or IT Strategy
• Experience with a leading consulting firm is preferred
• Strong understanding of technology, digital transformation, and enterprise-wide transformation initiatives
• Proven ability to develop executive presentations, board papers, and strategic communications for C-suite/Board stakeholders
• Experience defining operating models, governance frameworks, performance management structures, and transformation roadmaps

Responsibilities

• Support development and execution of enterprise-wide digital and technology strategies
• Conduct market, industry, and technology research to identify trends, risks, and opportunities
• Develop strategic roadmaps, transformation plans, target operating models, and business cases
• Facilitate strategic planning workshops and leadership discussions
• Develop executive narratives for Board discussions and governance forums
• Establish governance frameworks, policies, standards, and artefacts, and drive governance forums

Skills

Stakeholder management

Executive communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, Engineering or related field

MBA or postgraduate qualification

Job description

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Vice President, Digital & Applications, the Senior Manager/Manager, Strategy & Governance will support the Digital & IT leadership team in driving strategic planning, governance, and transformation initiatives. The role partners closely with senior stakeholders to develop strategic plans, business cases, management reports, and executive-level presentations that support key business and technology decisions. The incumbent will also play a critical role in shaping the organisation's digital transformation agenda through the development of governance frameworks, transformation roadmaps, and Board-level communications.

Job Responsibilities:

Strategy & Transformation

• Support the development and execution of enterprise-wide digital and technology strategies.
• Conduct market, industry, and technology research to identify emerging trends, risks, and opportunities.
• Develop strategic roadmaps, transformation plans, target operating models, and business cases.
• Facilitate strategic planning workshops and leadership discussions.
• Support portfolio prioritisation and annual planning exercises.

Executive & Board-Level Communications

• Prepare high-quality presentations, board papers, executive briefings, and management reports.
• Develop clear and compelling strategic narratives for senior leadership and Board discussions.
• Translate complex business, technology, and transformation initiatives into concise executive-level messages.
• Support presentations to the Board of Directors, Executive Committee, Senior Management, Steering Committees, and leadership forums.

Governance & Performance Management

• Establish and maintain governance frameworks to support strategic initiatives and transformation programmes.
• Develop policies, standards, decision-making frameworks, and governance artefacts.
• Drive governance forums, steering committees, and executive review meetings.
• Monitor strategic initiatives and track performance against agreed objectives.
• Develop executive dashboards and KPI reporting frameworks.

Business & Technology Advisory

• Assess strategic initiatives, investment opportunities, and technology programmes.
• Support enterprise architecture and business transformation initiatives through capability mapping and roadmap development.
• Provide structured analysis and recommendations on key business and technology decisions.
• Contribute to organisational change and transformation programmes.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build trusted relationships with business leaders and technology stakeholders.
• Work closely with senior management to understand strategic priorities and organisational challenges.
• Coordinate with external consultants, technology partners, and internal project teams where required.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Information Systems, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline; MBA or postgraduate qualification will be an advantage.
• 5 to 8 years of relevant experience in Management Consulting, Strategy Consulting, Business Transformation, Digital Transformation, Corporate Strategy, and/or IT Strategy.
• Prior experience with a leading consulting firm is preferred.
• Strong understanding of technology, digital transformation, and enterprise-wide business transformation initiatives.
• Proven experience in developing executive presentations, board papers, and strategic communications for C-suite and Board-level stakeholders.
• Experience in defining operating models, governance frameworks, performance management structures, and transformation roadmaps.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, stakeholder management, and executive communication skills, with the ability to translate complex concepts into actionable recommendations.

Requirements

City Developments Limited (CDL) is committed to fostering an inclusive culture that respects the diversity of its employees and stakeholders. As a signatory of the Employers Pledge for Fair Employment with TAFEP since 2008, CDL’s recruitment process adheres to strict guidelines on non-discrimination and fairness, regardless of gender, ethnicity, religion, or age.