Strategy & Transformation Assistant Manager

Job Summary: Support the development and implementation of high-impact strategy and transformation projects that contribute to the Group’s continued growth and success globally.Job Descriptions: Support the strategic planning and operational excellence of existing businesses and international expansion activities.Support to launch, iterate and scale new concepts/revenue streams or transformation projects.Support in the management of portfolio of investee companies to deliver deal value.Support in the identification of strategic issues and opportunities that could influence business growth and profitability.Support the development of thought leadership and market intelligence for the Group via targeted research on industries, markets, customer segments, competitors, and regulatory landscapes.Build financial models and provide financial analysis for business case simulations, project economics, funding plan and perform sensitivity analyses to highlight key risks.Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams to implement strategic initiatives and ensure successful new market setup and activation.Coordinate and follow up with internal and external stakeholders to ensure that project timelines are met.To support ad-hoc special projects by top management/other departments as and when required.Key Skills:Project management & stakeholder managementStrategic thinking & Problem solvingFinancial modelling & AnalysisMarket entry & business strategyResearch & benchmarkingJob Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or related field.Minimum 4 years relevant working experience in management consulting, strategy, business planning, corporate finance, research or equivalent.Strong analytical, arithmetic, commercial and execution skills.Critical and strategic thinking, entrepreneurship qualities are a plus.Proficient in MS Office (MS Excel specifically), Bloomberg, Capital IQ etc.Excellent organisational, oral and written communication skills. The ability to ask relevant and probing questions are imperative.Other Key Essentials:A can-do attitude is imperative to the success of this position/job.Candidate must be a strong team contributor as job involves internal and external parties both domestically and in various other geographies.Must be resourceful and tenacious in approaching work related issues.Possess humility and can appreciate various other views/opinions.Value adds and is supportive beyond direct role.Flexible and able to multitask, with good project management skills and the ability to work within an ambiguous, fast-moving environment.