Technical Assistant to the Managing Director at Deloitte

The Technical Assistant to the Managing Director provides high-level technical, analytical, and administrative support to the MD. This role is designed to facilitate informed decision-making, optimise operations, and ensure smooth execution of strategic initiatives.

• To support the MD in driving the execution of set corporate goals and objectives which include developing, monitoring, and implementing the Bank 's business strategy.
• To support the process of aligning business processes with organisational goals and regulatory requirements, establishing credible performance metrics across all business lines and functions.
• To support the activities of the Office of the Managing Director/CEO.

Key Responsibilities

Technical and Analytical Support

• Conduct research, analysis, and reporting on strategic and operational matters.
• Prepare technical briefings, business cases, and presentations for internal and external stakeholders.
• Analyse industry trends, competitor performance, and emerging technologies to support strategic planning.

  Project Coordination

• Assist in managing key projects, ensuring timelines, budgets, and deliverables are met.
• Monitor progress of strategic initiatives and provide status updates to the MD.
• Liaise with cross-functional teams to collate inputs and align technical activities with business objectives.

Decision Support

• Compile data and insights to assist the MD in making informed decisions.
• Draft reports, proposals, and correspondence on behalf of the MD.
• Provide recommendations based on data analysis and stakeholder feedback.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Coordinate meetings, calls, and follow-ups with internal departments, clients, and partners.
• Represent the MD in selected meetings and communicate key outcomes effectively.

Administrative and Strategic Support

• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Draft high-impact communications and support speech writing or event prep.
• Help manage the MD’s schedule, aligning technical reviews and key events.

Qualifications

Education/Experience Requirement

• Minimum eight years’ experience in a corporate environment with strong exposure to strategic planning and organisational transformation
• Commercial, Investment Banking, Private Equity or Merchant Banking experience is an added advantage 
• University Degree in a Management Science, Business, or Law field from a reputable university with a minimum of second-class upper-division grade
• Second degree and/or relevant professional qualification (e.g., MBA, ACA, CFA) will be added advantage.

Competency Requirement

• Excellent judgment and discretion, maintaining the highest level of confidentiality 
• Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities, identify conflicts and proactively suggest resolutions  
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and team skills  
• Excellent organisational skills, resourceful and detail-oriented with a track record of solving complex problems  
• Calm, professional, self-confident demeanour with a high work ethic  
• Strong analytical and presentation skills 
• Experience working directly with C-level executives.