Corporate Business Planning (including M&A, board reporting analysis) Assistant Manager with a Global Maritime MNC

Around 6 to 8 years of total experience in roles such as M&A, business planning, strategy, FP&A, valuations, or financial due diligence.Has good financial modelling skills. Additional experience preparing board meeting and CEO office deliverables is a plus (but not a must)Open to management consultants with relevant experience covering M&A, business planning, strategy. Or also open to candidates with in-house strategy/corporate planning experience gained with MNCs/ large companies Our client is a leading MNC in the shipping industry based in town and is looking to hire a management consultant who will report to the Head of Corporate Business Planning/ Business Strategy (at global level). The company allows a WFH arrangement 1 day per week. This is a permanent position.ASSISTANT MANAGER, CORPORATE BUSINESS PLANNING roleSummary: The Corporate Business Planning Team supports the CEO and senior leadership in providing analysis and strategic insight that shape investment, portfolio, and business planning decisions. You will assist in corporate-level projects such as the evaluation of M&A opportunities as well as board-level reporting, KPI tracking, and partnering with stakeholders across the Group to strengthen the accuracy and rigour of our corporate planning process.Role and Responsibilities:Board Reporting & CEO Office DeliverablesPrepare board reporting analysis, including long-term cashflow projections and other analysis where required.Consolidate board reporting papers in line with reporting timelines.Annual town hall materials preparation and consolidation.Execute ad-hoc special projects to enhance reporting accuracy and improve the quality of management insights.Investment and Business PlanningBuild and assess financial models, and related investment analysis, for transactions at corporate and asset level.Coordinate end-to-end M&A process.Prepare asset-related data analysis to support management's investment decisions.Maintain documentation of investment decisions.Identify and shortlist potential investment targets.Periodic KPI TrackingConduct periodic KPI tracking, including coordination with departments for input.Suggest improvements to the dashboard and analytical methodology to improve accuracy.Coordinate, receive and review periodic KPI reports from group companies.OthersTrack progress of the Business Continuity Project and other ad-hoc process improvement / corporate-level initiatives.Provide guidance and support to Group companies and subsidiaries on ad-hoc analysis and harmonization projects.

Requirements

Has a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration/Finance or similar specialization from a recognized/reputable university.Around 6 to 8 years of total experience in roles such as M&A, business planning, strategy, FP&A, valuations, or financial due diligence.Open to management consultants with relevant experience covering M&A, business planning, strategy. Also open to candidates with in-house strategy/corporate planning experience gained with MNCs/ large companiesHas good financial modelling skills.Added experience preparing board meeting and CEO office deliverables is a plus (but not a must)Has a strong proficiency in the English language ( both verbal and written)Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a strong aptitude for structuring and cross-checking data (verbal and written).Comfortable working with senior management stakeholders across different business units.Excellent project management skills, with a demonstrated ability to work autonomously across competing priorities and deadlines.Advanced proficiency in financial modelling and MS Excel/PowerPoint.Strong cognitive assessment/abstract reasoning skills with strong critical thinking skills.Has strong communication and presentation skillsSelling pts:The co is a large shipping MNC with the global HQ based in SGPThe co allows a WFH arrangement 1 day per week. The role is based in townThe role will allow exposure to interacting with senior managementThe co offers a good var bonus for a good performerTo apply, pl send your cv in word doc to resume@cap-cg.com. Please also include your current salary, expected salary, and notice period in your CV.We regret to inform you that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.Posted by: CAP Consulting (EA license: 14C7175)Caroline Poh (EA Registration: R1105649)Date Posted – 8 Sep 2026