Overview
Salary
8,500 SGD ~ 15,000 SGD
Industry
Consulting
Job Description
Our client is a global strategic intelligence and advisory firm supporting leading multinational corporations, financial institutions, and investment funds. They specialise in delivering high-quality commercial due diligence, risk analysis, and market intelligence across complex and high-growth markets, particularly in Asia. Their work combines deep research, human source intelligence, and strategic analysis to help clients make informed investment and business decisions.
As an Associate Director, Asia, you will lead end-to-end project execution, from defining research strategy to delivering client-ready reports and presentations. This role is a primarily research-driven and analytical role focused on delivering strategic intelligence and commercial insights across Asia. While the role involves occasional client interaction (e.g., presenting findings), it is not a sales or business development position and carries no revenue targets.
【Responsibilities】
Project Leadership & Research Strategy
- Lead commercial due diligence and counterparty analysis across Asia
- Define key research questions, investigative focus areas, and methodologies
- Develop strategies for public records research and human source engagement
Analysis & Intelligence Gathering
- Evaluate the credibility of sources and the intelligence gathered
- Analyse commercial, operational, regulatory, and integrity risks
- Interrogate findings and identify follow-up leads
Reporting & Client Delivery
- Produce clear, structured, and commercially sound reports
- Synthesise complex data into actionable insights
- Present findings to stakeholders, including investment teams, legal teams, and senior executives
Stakeholder Engagement
- Support client briefings and presentations when required
- Engage with internal and external stakeholders to ensure quality delivery
Network Development
- Build and maintain a strong network of human intelligence sources across Asia
- Identify and address gaps in sectoral, regional, or jurisdictional coverage
Qualifications
Requirement
【Requirements & Preferences】
(Must)
- Bachelor's Degree
- At least 6 years of relevant experience (including research, analysis, and report writing) in strategic consultancy, commercial advisory, investment analysis, & compliance within consulting, financial services, or advisory environments
- Excellent command of written and spoken English
- Deep understanding of commercial and regulatory risks in Asia
- Proven ability to manage complex projects independently
(Advantageous)
- Experience in consulting/financial services will be highly regarded
- Background in government, think tanks, or research institutions (also highly regarded)
- Prior experience in team management and project management (2–3 years preferred)English Level
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Other Language
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Additional Information
Benefit
【What you will receive】
- Competitive salary (commensurate with experience)
- Annual Leave: 25 days
- Comprehensive medical insurance (including dental and mental health coverage for employee and dependents)
- Life insurance (4x annual salary)
- Flexible hybrid working arrangement
- Family-friendly policies, including enhanced maternity and paternity benefitsWorking Hour
09:00 ~ 18:00
Holiday
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Job Function
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