Senior Manager – Strategy & Transformation (Telco) - 6 months - UP $9K

PERSOL; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

PERSOL Singapore PTE LTD is seeking a Senior Manager, Strategy & Transformation to shape and execute Singapore’s strategic agenda, focusing on enterprise-wide planning, performance reporting, and transformational programs.

The role suits former consultants with delivery experience in telco/IT, requires strong problem-solving, stakeholder management, and P&L awareness; you will drive cost optimization, post-merger integration, and cross-functional initiatives to realise measurable business

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Economics, or related field.
• MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred.
• 5–7 years total experience.
• 2–3 years in management consulting (Associate level).
• Experience in transformation programs, business planning, and corporate finance.

Responsibilities

• Lead annual and quarterly planning processes with AOP and scorecards.
• Provide structured analysis and reporting to senior leadership.
• Translate strategic priorities into execution roadmaps and KPIs.
• Manage organisation-wide transformation initiatives including AI-enabled programs and cost optimisation.
• Support post-merger integration activities: synergy tracking and governance.
• Develop P&L analyses and scenarios to inform decisions.
• Partner with Group Finance and BU leads to build robust business cases.
• Engage with senior executives to align on transformation and planning priorities.

Skills

Strategic problem solving

Stakeholder management

Influence without authority

Project management

Excel

PowerPoint

PowerBI

Interpersonal communication

Collaboration across functions

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business/Finance/Economics or related field

MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

PowerBI

Job description

About the Role

The Senior Manager, Strategy & Transformation plays a critical role in shaping and executing Singapore’s strategic agenda. This role focuses on enterprise-wide business planning, performance reporting, and transformation initiatives.

The role requires strong problem-solving skills, stakeholder management, and a solid understanding of P&L and operational drivers within telco. It is well-suited for an ex-consultant (Associate level, McKinsey/BCG/Bain or similar) with experience in strategy, transformation, and telco / IT sectors.

The Senior Manager will support post-merger integration efforts, drive cost optimisation programs, and ensure strategic plans translate into measurable business outcomes.

Make An Impact By

Strategic Business Planning & Value Realization

• Lead annual and quarterly planning processes, including development of AOP and tracking of scorecards.

• Provide structured analysis and reporting to senior leadership, ensuring visibility of performance against strategic goals.

• Translate strategic priorities into execution roadmaps and performance metrics.

• Track AIDA value delivery, design KPIs and elevate issues as needed.

Transformation & Enterprise Programs

• Manage organisation-wide transformation initiatives, including AI-enabled programs, operating model redesign, and cost optimisation.

• Support post-merger integration activities (synergy tracking, integration governance, issue resolution).

• Ensure disciplined execution and delivery of outcomes through cross-functional collaboration.

Financial & Operational Analysis

• Develop analysis on P&L drivers, cost structures, and operational levers to inform strategic decisions.

• Identify efficiency opportunities and support scenario modelling for transformation programs.

• Partner with Group Finance and BU leads to ensure robust business cases.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as trusted advisor to senior executives, supporting structured decision-making.

• Work cross-functionally across BUs and Group functions to align on transformation and planning priorities.

• Build alignment through strong communication and influence, without direct authority.

Skills To Succeed

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Economics, or related field.

• MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred.

• 5–7 years total experience.

• At least 2–3 years in management consulting (Associate level, McKinsey/BCG/Bain or equivalent).

• Experience in transformation programs, business planning, and corporate finance.

• Familiarity with telco/tech P&L drivers, operational models, and cost structures.

• Exposure to post-merger integration and cost optimisation initiatives.

• Strong strategic problem solving and structured communication.

• Financial and operational analysis, including modelling of P&L drivers.

• Project management and transformation program tracking.

• Proficiency in Excel, PowerPoint, and performance tools (e.g., PowerBI).

• Strong stakeholder management and ability to influence without authority.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with credibility at senior levels.

• Adaptability and resilience in dynamic, fast-paced environments.

• Strong team player, able to collaborate across diverse functions.

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