Associate, Strategy & Analytics

About our company:

CGS International Securities Pte. Ltd. (CGS International) is an award-winning and market leading integrated financial services provider, ranked among the top securities houses in Asia.

CGS International taps on our wealth of global and ASEAN insights to offer equities trading, leveraged products, wealth management, investment banking, equities research, Shariah-compliant financing, fixed income, currency and commodities, structured products and prime brokerage services in over 15 countries and regions.

Along with its parent organisation China Galaxy Securities, a leading securities house in China, CGS International is trusted by more than 15 million customers globally.

Job Description:

We are seeking an Associate to join our Strategy & Analytics team. The individual will be responsible for supporting the team with various tasks related to strategic planning and data analytics. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is interested in a career in finance and wants to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Research & Planning

. Support market research and competitive analysis to identify industry trends, strategic opportunities, and emerging priorities.

AI Exploration & Innovation

. Contribute to the evaluation and application of AI tools (e.g., generative AI, workflow automation) to enhance business processes, support decision-making, and improve operational efficiency.

Project Management Support

. Assist inmanaging cross-functional initiatives, including coordinating stakeholders,tracking progress, and ensuring timely execution of strategic projects.

Business Insights & Analysis

. Perform targetedanalysis to support strategic decision-making and evaluate businessopportunities (with less focus on complex financial modelling).

Reporting & Communication

. Prepare clearand concise presentations and materials for senior management to communicatekey insights, project updates, and recommendations.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

. Work closelywith internal teams to gather inputs, align on priorities, and supportimplementation of strategic initiatives.

Ad-hoc Initiatives

Support additional strategy, innovation, and transformation projects as required.

Job Requirements:

• A bachelor's or master's degree in finance, economics, business administration, or a related field.
• 0-2 years of relevant experience
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to think critically and creatively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Previous experience in finance, consulting, or related field is a plus.
• Cohesive
• Can do spirit
• Motivated and self-driven
• Learning mindset