Senior Manager/Assistant Vice President - Strategy/Planning

Overview:

- We are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional for the role of Senior Manager / Assistant Vice President with 3-6 years of relevant experience.

- The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial services, strategy formulation, cost programs, corporate planning, business finance, FP&A, or management consulting.

- Proficiency in PPT and Excel is highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategy Formulation and Execution:

- Develop and implement strategic plans aligned with the organization's objectives.

- Conduct market research and analysis to inform strategic decisions.

Cost Management Programs:

- Design and manage cost optimization initiatives.

- Monitor and report on cost reduction outcomes.

Corporate Planning:

- Assist in the development of corporate plans and policies.

- Support the executive team in decision-making processes.

Business Finance and FP&A:

- Provide financial analysis and insights to support business decisions.

- Prepare and manage financial budgets and forecasts.

- Analyze financial performance and report variances.

Project Management:

- Lead cross-functional projects and initiatives.

- Ensure timely delivery of project milestones and objectives.

Management Consulting:

- Work on consulting projects for internal clients.

- Provide expert advice on improving business processes and performance.

Required Skills and Experience:

- 3 to 6 years of prior work experience in an internal role with a leading financial services player in areas such as Strategy Formulation, Cost Programs, Corporate Planning, Business Finance, FP&A, etc , or management consulting experience with a Big 4 or similar consulting firm.

- Excellent presentation skills with proficiency in PowerPoint (PPT) and Excel.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

- Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Desired Qualifications:

- MBA in Finance from a reputed institute or Chartered Accountant (CA).

Preferred Attributes:

- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

- High level of integrity and professionalism.

- Proven track record of delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines.