Corporate Strategy Associate - Asia

Syensqo is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.Are you ready to dive into the heart of corporate strategy? We are seeking an enthusiastic strategy associate to join our team and contribute to our mission of strategic excellence.We are looking for: A strategy associate to independently contribute to the Strategy & Corporate Planning team activities. The specific content of the role can and will vary depending on project requests, which typically range from 3 weeks to 3 months.The Strategy & Corporate Planning team is in charge of the Group’s corporate strategy: portfolio strategy, group transformation projects, etc. Additionally, the team works in close collaboration with the GBU strategy teams and M&A team on strategic projects such as value creation plans, new value pool assessments/M&A strategy, M&A commercial due diligence etc. As we are deploying our Asia strategy, with specific focus on China, we’re looking for an associate familiar with the region and China specifically: therefore the candidate should be fluent in both Mandarin and English, and have a good understanding of the local market, various local strategic & competitive intelligence sourcesWe count on you to: Drive your own workstream(s) or small strategic project, working hand in hand with project managers or senior members of the corporate strategy team and local Asia teams, byIdentifying and performing qualitative and quantitative analyses to inform and shape group and GBU strategies (e.g. competitive benchmarking, chemical value chain mapping, market & sustainability trends, market model, business performance, financial modeling)Visualizing your findings with precision and actively contributing to the project overall storyline, delivering compelling presentations to (senior) leadership and stakeholders Building strong relationships and closely collaborating with GBU and other stakeholders to drive strategic initiatives forward, ensuring alignment and buy-inPotentially mentoring junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and developmentBeing at ease with working remotely with colleagues in other regions, especially Europe as most of the team is located in our Global HQ in Brussels.You can count on us to:Integrate you in an international team, fostering diverse perspectives and global collaborationEnsure you have a strong local support network (e.g. dotted reporting line to local manager)Tailor your projects to match your specific interests and skill-set to the extent possibleProvide you with education on the Strategy toolbox from former Strategy consultants & industry experts Get exposure to senior executives within the GroupYou will bring: 3-7 years of experience, ideally with a background in strategy consulting or equivalentA keen interest and passion for the chemicals & materials industryStrong analytical & problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights and strategic recommendationsKnowledge of tools to find & analyze informationOutput-driven, quick, flexible and organized, rigorous, curious, strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and effectively to leadership and diverse stakeholdersFluent in English and MandarinExperience in working on strategic projects in Asia, and China in specific: gathering China-specific strategic intelligence, able to build a network within the Group that can be leveraged,...You will get:Attractive and equitable pay, with compensation being determined based on your previous experience (if any). Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulationsProfessional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorshipAdditional information: Location: Minhang, ShanghaiAbout UsSyensqo is a science company developing groundbreaking solutions that enhance the way we live, work, travel and play. Inspired by the scientific councils which Ernest Solvay initiated in 1911, we bring great minds together to push the limits of science and innovation for the benefit of our customers, with a diverse, global team of more than 13,000 associates. Our solutions contribute to safer, cleaner, and more sustainable products found in homes, food and consumer goods, planes, cars, batteries, smart devices and health care applications. Our innovation power enables us to deliver on the ambition of a circular economy and explore breakthrough technologies that advance humanity.At Syensqo, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.#senior