Technical Assistant to the Managing Director
The Technical Assistant to the Managing Director provides high-level technical, analytical, and administrative support to the MD. This role is designed to facilitate informed decision-making, optimise operations, and ensure smooth execution of strategic initiatives.
- To support the MD in driving the execution of set corporate goals and objectives which include developing, monitoring, and implementing the Bank 's business strategy.
- To support the process of aligning business processes with organisational goals and regulatory requirements, establishing credible performance metrics across all business lines and functions.
- To support the activities of the Office of the Managing Director/CEO.
Key Responsibilities
1. Technical and Analytical Support
- Conduct research, analysis, and reporting on strategic and operational matters.
- Prepare technical briefings, business cases, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
- Analyse industry trends, competitor performance, and emerging technologies to support strategic planning.
2. Project Coordination
- Assist in managing key projects, ensuring timelines, budgets, and deliverables are met.
- Monitor progress of strategic initiatives and provide status updates to the MD.
- Liaise with cross-functional teams to collate inputs and align technical activities with business objectives.
3. Decision Support
- Compile data and insights to assist the MD in making informed decisions.
- Draft reports, proposals, and correspondence on behalf of the MD.
- Provide recommendations based on data analysis and stakeholder feedback.
4. Stakeholder Engagement
- Coordinate meetings, calls, and follow-ups with internal departments, clients, and partners.
- Represent the MD in selected meetings and communicate key outcomes effectively.
5. Administrative and Strategic Support
- Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
- Draft high-impact communications and support speech writing or event prep.
- Help manage the MD’s schedule, aligning technical reviews and key events.
Qualifications
Education/Experience Requirement
- Minimum eight years’ experience in a corporate environment with strong exposure to strategic planning and organisational transformation
- Commercial, Investment Banking, Private Equity or Merchant Banking experience is an added advantage
- University Degree in a Management Science, Business, or Law field from a reputable university with a minimum of second-class upper-division grade
- Second degree and/or relevant professional qualification (e.g., MBA, ACA, CFA) will be added advantage.
Competency Requirement
- Excellent judgment and discretion, maintaining the highest level of confidentiality
- Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities, identify conflicts and proactively suggest resolutions
- Excellent communication, interpersonal and team skills
- Excellent organisational skills, resourceful and detail-oriented with a track record of solving complex problems
- Calm, professional, self-confident demeanour with a high work ethic
- Strong analytical and presentation skills
- Experience working directly with C-level executives.