Are you looking for a new exciting career in an organisation powering the scientific frontier of Singapore?

Join the Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR), a world-class organization that propels Singapore's scientific and economic future. The Corporate Development Group is the architect of a dynamic, agile, and forward-looking corporate service that empowers our researchers to innovate. We are looking for a proactive leader to join our team.

This is a rare opportunity to be a catalyst for change, working directly with senior leadership to conceptualize, design, and implement high-impact initiatives.

• Corporate Planning. Conceptualise and drive the implementation of near-term business initiatives and mid / long-term strategic projects to achieve A*STAR's priorities; bridging within and outside of A*STAR to understand different views, drive conversations and influence outcomes towards a common goal.

• Foresighting & Benchmarking: Strengthen A*STAR’s current planning and decision-making processes – through global benchmarking exercises and anticipating trends, disruptions, and opportunities — ensuring A*STAR is future-ready.

• Executive Communication. Craft and deliver high-impact, concise narratives as we are the key interface with A*STAR's senior management and other public sector agencies within and beyond A*STAR. You will also architect internal engagement platforms that forge powerful connections and build alignment across A*STAR.

• Special Projects (Process and Digital Innovation): Deployed to projects that requires immediate, decisive action. This may include reviewing inefficiencies in policies and processes and spearheading the implementation of cutting-edge digitalization and automation (including GenAI).

Required Skills and Experiences:

• At least 8 years of working experience in either strategic/corporate planning or relevant roles
• Teamwork and Leadership. Proven ability to build trust, inspire confidence, and lead team through complex planning processes.
• Demonstrated ability to create executable plans and analyze data with a high degree of accuracy.
• The capacity to maintain composure and perform under extreme pressure from tight deadlines
• Strong knowledge and actual implementation experiences for Objectives and Key Results.
• A keen mind that can anticipate issues and scenario plan for contingencies.

What you would gain by being part of Our Team:

• Growth Opportunities. This role is a proving ground for your career. You will gain exposure to senior leaders and diverse corporate functions. You would be encouraged to take on higher responsibilities in A*STAR.
• Culture Positivity and Innovation. Join a team that values creativity and embraces unconventional solutions. You will work with a group of highly motivated and driven individuals
• Adaptability. Fosters an incredible ability to adapt to dynamic situations and think creatively under pressure.
• Strategic Thinking and Pathfinding skills. You would be guided to analyze the implications of strategic decisions by the organisation and lead teams to complete projects without defined pathways.