Manager, Strategy

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Reporting to the General Manager, Legal, Risk & Strategy, this is a pivotal role in helping SIDC define and deliver its long-term vision and growth ambitions while enhancing SIDC’s brand identity and market presence. The person is responsible for the development and implementation of strategy and sustainability, economic & business forecasts, analysis of business and competitive intelligence, continuous improvements, and presentation of industry profiles, metrics, and reports to Management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct deep-dive analytical studies and data analysis to support the delivery of strategic projects.
• Conduct external market research and identify and articulate the strategic implications of emerging competitive and technology trends.
• Provide critical market intelligence and in-depth study to provide actionable insights to stakeholders.
• Compile, analyse, and report data by collecting and processing economic and statistical data using methods of quantitative and qualitative analysis and modelling.
• Work closely with the leaders in developing and updating macroeconomics or business models for the respective business units as well as business cases to assess and build support for business opportunities.
• Propose business models and/or cases to assess and build support for business opportunities.
• Monitor KPIs and conduct detailed competitor analysis and measure the effectiveness of business and strategies.
• Work with cross-functional teams in driving project modules relating to the execution of our strategy for SIDC in key functional areas (e.g. Product, Sales & Operations).
• Develop and implement sustainability strategies, manage initiatives, embed sustainable practices, and lead progress reporting toward sustainability goals.
• Manage organisation-wide continuous improvement initiatives through process optimization and cross-departmental collaboration.
• Manage and track strategic initiatives and branding activities, ensuring consistency, effectiveness, and alignment with organisational priorities.
• Carry out cross-function and ad-hoc tasks as assigned by supervisors to ensure smooth operations of the department’s and SIDC’s KPIs.

Qualifications and Other General Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree/Master in Finance, Economics, Accountancy or equivalent.
• 4-5 years of experience in strategy consulting, corporate strategy, or a related role.
• Highly developed reasoning capabilities, analytical and problem-solving skills with proven ability to break down and scope strategic problems.
• Experienced in developing business level strategy including sustainability practices and defining this in terms of specific objectives, targets, and initiatives.
• Passion for developing creative fact-based growth strategy and excellent business acumen.
• Experience in sustainability roles, including project management, policy development, or stakeholder engagement.
• Familiarity with sustainability frameworks and standards (such as GRI, ISSB, NSRF etc.)
• Experience in leading continuous improvement initiatives within an organization.
• Takes ownership and drive results through collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Collaborative and empathetic work style.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and software.
• Familiarity with digital marketing and brand analytics is an advantage.

Application Closing Date : 18 February 2025

Your application will include the following questions:

• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How would you rate your English language skills?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Strategy Manager?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
• How many years' experience do you have in market research?

The SECURITIES INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION (SIDC) is the training and development arm of the Securities Commission Malaysia (SC) and the leading capital markets education, training and information resource provider in ASEAN.

Established in 1994 and incorporated as a corporate entity in 2007, the SIDC has been in the business of training and developing capital market participants in Malaysia and internationally for almost two decades. It designs and facilitates training programmes for Malaysian and foreign regulators, company directors and market professionals as well as conducts public investor education seminars on wise investing and investors' rights.

The SIDC also builds human capital for the Malaysian capital market through its talent development programmes. In addition, the SIDC works closely with the SC to develop, maintain and administer the SC Licensing Examinations and the mandatory Continuing Professional Education (CPE) programme as part of the licensing regime for Malaysian capital market intermediaries.

Through its comprehensive experience and successful track record in developing and delivering innovative, high-calibre, fit-for-purpose programmes for specific target audiences, it has established a reputation synonymous with professional excellence and has been acknowledged by international institutions such as the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO), the Asian Development Bank (ADB), the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) and ASEAN.