HeadHunt Issue 50

11 March - 24 March 2010 (Issue 50)

MICA (P) 031/11/2009 • Classified Jobs: 6334 4771 • www.headhunt.com.sg

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Contents HeadHunt 50th Issue!

HSBC Hays Recruitment O’Briens Kelly IT Resources Kelly Selection REED Hydrogen Adecco PeopleNet Associates Career Expert CA Search Robert Walters Drake Drake Capita IPS GSI Executive Search ICPAS IQPC MOE Randstad Focus Media HeadHunt’s 1-for-1 Cheers Deal

Jobs Article

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SENIOR SALES EXECUTIVE DRIVE CUSTOMER REVENUE Complete SC solutions provider.

Global coverage.

Singapore based.

Leading the industry in supply chain management solutions, this multinational corporation has a presence in over 200 countries globally with clients that span the hi-tech, aviation, oil and gas, consumer, retail, healthcare and manufacturing sectors.

The Sales Executive will join an experienced and well resourced SC team to drive new and potential customer revenue. As a true business developer, you’ll have high impact on overall business unit profitability by delivering maximum margins and optimising use of assets. With a natural ability to develop relationships, you’ll lead customer sales visits and present company capabilities. An ability to identify opportunities and initiate solution discussions is key to this role.

As part of an experienced team of Sales Executives, Consultants and Project Managers, you’ll demonstrate strong business development skills and the ability to leverage a network of contacts.

This role will allow you to build a strong profile as the industry champion for SC solutions. Leading remuneration and benefits are on offer.

Contact Daniel Ladd-Hudson at daniel.ladd-hudson@hays.com.sg or + 65 6223 4535.

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Platinum Partners

SENIOR RESERVOIR ENGINEER ANALYSE EMERGING FIELDS Budding Canadian operator.

New LNG discovery.

Singapore based.

With more than US $2.5 billion in assets, this organisation is developing an onshore LNG project within APAC and they are targeting ‘first gas’ by 2015. They have also positioned themselves to operate throughout the entire value chain, from well-head to retail. They have plans to be a key operator within the region.

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We’re seeking an experienced Reservoir Engineer to play a key role in the commercial and technical analysis of the exploration and development projects and field optimisation efforts.

You’ll be responsible for the analysis of business plans, economic evaluations, reserves evaluations and production forecasts.

With extensive experience in your chosen field and appropriate qualifications, you’ll have wide exposure to carbonate reserves. The role includes presenting data to the board and shareholders so you’ll process excellent communications skills. Key to this role will also be your judgement and decision making skills, along with your critical thinking and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions and approaches to problems.

Contact Sean Keough at sean.keough@hays.com.sg or +65 6303 0152.

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RELATIONSHIP-FOCUSSED ‘BCM’ TECHNOLOGY MANAGER STEER A REGIONAL ASIA PAC PROGRAMME

AMITIOUS GENERAL MANAGER – INDONESIA LEAD AN AWARD WINNING CONGLOMERATE

Global investment bank.

VP level salary + benefits.

Singapore based with regional travel.

Major international organisation.

Grow an established business.

Excellent package.

With a global network and an employee base of more than 20,000, this top tier investment bank is dominating the Singapore region as they extend their growth initiatives to the regional hub.

This major multi-national engineering consultancy has offices spanning across the globe. As a leading engineering service provider, they offer technical expertise in a broad range of sectors including transportation, water and power

Reporting into the Regional BCM Manager with dotted line into the Global Head, you’ll be responsible for providing technology oversight, whilst steering and supporting business requirements. This will be achieved through programme managing regional application implementations.

They are looking to expand their presence in Indonesia with the recruitment of a determined Senior Manager to drive their business and manage a team of 70. The role requires an experienced manager with a strong knowledge of multi-discipline engineering experiences, preferably from either a mechanical, structural or construction background.

You’ll also design and facilitate regional/global business resumption planning and testing exercises, participate in regional/global requirements and standards development and monitor and report on IT unit compliance.

With a track record in crisis management, relationship management and compliance you’ll be able to provide support, perform quality reviews and lead regional and global exercises and training sessions for Asia Pac business units.

You’ll need solid experience in business continuity, programme management, IT/ business relationship management and a proven project management background coupled with excellent facilitation skills. You’ll also display a strategic approach, business awareness and forward planning with great attention to detail.

You’ll have worked in South East Asia at a senior management level or previously at the top levels of global engineering groups. You must be a very good communicator with strong interpersonal and leadership skills.

This role offers the chance to work with a highly reputable international company in a very senior role and be an integral part of regional growth plans. Excellent remuneration and benefits will be provided.

Contact Wesley Blaquiere at wblaq@hays.com.sg or +65 6303 0153.

Contact Kevin Immerman at kevin.immerman@hays.com.sg or +65 6303 0154.

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ASSISTANT CONTROLLER, ASEAN (LIFE SCIENCES) DRIVE EXCEPTIONAL POLICIES

SENIOR RESOURCING MANAGER RUN THE RECRUITMENT PROCESS

Associate with the best and join an inspiring Fortune 500 Multinational Corporation within the life sciences industry. A global leader with high-integrity practices, they have created an ASEAN Assistant Controller role. Be part of the team who are driven to make a difference.

As the Assistant Controller you’ll provide technical controllership guidance to both finance and operations leaders for a specialist area within controllership and/or support a Controller in a medium country/region/P&L with some complexity. You’ll drive consistent and effective policies and procedures during monthly/quarterly close process including account reconciliations, account reconciliation audits, submissions, representation letters and adjusting entries. Additionally, you’ll ensure compliance with Sarbanes Oxley 404 requirements and partner with their corporate audit staff and Finance Managers for internal compliance reviews.

We are looking for someone with a Bachelors degree in accounting, finance or other business related fields and solid progressive accounting or finance experience. You must demonstrate proficiency in U.S. GAAP and local GAAP and experience working in a global business environment with sound understanding of global process and transactional flows. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong analytical skills are essential for this role.

Global financial services organisation.

Strategic role. $80k - $180k depending on level and experience.

This is a large financial services institution with great international presence in over 70 countries worldwide, employing 70,000 staff globally. Their operations are growing from strength to strength in retail, corporate, commercial and private banking and they are looking to build an internal resourcing team to support the banks HR function.

Working with functional heads of department, you’ll be responsible for providing a solutions-focused recruitment strategy of the full recruitment cycle, from direct sourcing, screening and interviewing through to delivering offers, on-boarding and managing the entire process from beginning to end.

You’ll be from a recruitment background either in-house, agency or search firm, delivering a high standard of recruitment solutions to the business. You must have a proven track record in building strong relationships whilst working in a fast paced, pressurised environment with the ability to deliver results.

Contact Mamta Shukla at mamta.shukla@hays.com.sg or +65 6223 4535.

Contact Suriani Norahim at suriani.norahim@hays.com.sg or +65 6303 0150.

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The journey starts here PR Manager - Luxury Retail Brand Ref: 18737393

An international leader in the luxury apparel and accessories business, seeks a strong, hands-on PR Manager to support the growth and continual success of the organisation.

As Brand Ambassador, you will enhance the corporate PR strategies, through continuous innovation and actively driving local initiatives in the market. You will build an effective collaborative relationship with the media and a strong brand image. You are also expected to have a good understanding of consumer motivation and assist in developing marketing programmes for business

units, aimed at reaching the targeted consumer segments more effectively.

You should have a bachelor’s degree in Public Relations and/ or Marketing or related field with a minimum of five year’s experience in PR - as an internal PR professional or with a well established PR agency. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English a must. Mandarin is advantageous. Outstanding interpersonal skills with experience in dealing with multiple datelines and tasks.

Regional Telco Sourcing Lead - Telco Service Provider Ref: 18748843

Our client a multinational organisation, has an exciting and challenging opportunity for dynamic and driven employees to join their team as a Regional Telco Sourcing Lead.

You will be responsible for the regional Telco sourcing platform role, i.e. Source, Evaluate, Select, Negotiate, Contract, and the Sourcing Practice Lead responsible for maximum leverage and APAC sharing of “Best Practices” in the areas of Competitive Benchmarking, Relationship Mapping Techniques, Strategy Formulations, Negotiating Tactics, Tools, Methodologies, and Processes. Responsibilities include implementing

sourcing strategies and group policies on selection of suppliers/ partners, establishing and maintaining productive relationships with Carriers in SE Asia, ensuring that needs are met through timely and competitive offers for local access leased-lines from local Carriers etc.

To qualify for the role, you should have minimum ten years experience in the Telco industry. You will also be experienced in Telco Sourcing “Best Practices” covering more than one Telco market in Asia, along with excellent communication and leadership skills and a recognised relevant degree.

Analyst / Senior Analyst - Digital, Interactive Ref: 18749052

Our client is a multinational organisation that provides consulting within Digital and Interactive space to their clients globally. They are currently seeking to expand their team in Singapore with an Analyst/ Senior Analyst.

In this role you will deliver digital consulting services including execution, delivering, or supervising the delivery of a digital component of a larger marketing or business transformation project run by Interactive consulting. You will also play a role in developing sales and marketing presentations, securing client meetings, delivering

the 'pitch' in the digital technology space, understanding client's pain points, tailoring solutions to meet these pain points and driving for closure of a consulting arrangement.

Ideally you will have around two to five years of experience in Digital Marketing and Analytics. You shall posses strong analytical and numerical skills along with a passion for working in the digital marketing space. Good communication and presentation skills are a must for this role. A degree in analytical field is good to have.

Regional Regulatory Affairs Manager - Pharmaceutical Company Ref: 18748880

Our client is a public listed medical devices company that specialise in developing and manufacturing technologies.

You will be responsible for managing all aspects of regulatory items and product registration for the APAC region. You will define, implement and oversee regulatory needs and associated administrative activities related to product registration such as writing and compiling technical dossiers. You will be managing the regulatory team in Singapore and working closely

with the Director. Assist in developing and creating tools and programs to improve regulatory submission efficacies as well as communicate and network with regulatory authorities, consultants and distributors.

Prior experience in a manufacturing of medical life science products or high technology environment is highly desirable. You should have three to five years of regulatory experience with medical devices and/ or drugs with at least two years in a management capacity.

To apply, please submit your resume at our website www.reedglobal.com.sg, quoting the appropriate reference number. You may also call on (65) 6602 9100 for a confidential discussion or alternatively email your resume in Word format to recruitment.singapore@reedglobal.com

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Global search specialists Hydrogen Group is a global specialist executive search firm, which focuses on finding and building relationships with the high-quality, specialist candidates that our clients have difficulty sourcing themselves. Here in Singapore, Hydrogen’s initial focus is on Business Technology, Transformation and Finance, with specific focus on ‘hybrid’ candidates who possess a blend of both strong technical and commercial skills and experience.

With international research teams spanning over 40 countries, we are able to offer candidates opportunities on a local and global scale, and give our clients access to the best specialist candidates in both the local and international marketplace.

If you would like to find out more about Hydrogen and our plans in the Singapore market, or if we can help you with a particular assignment or career move, then please contact us on:

asia@hydrogengroup.com or call us on +65 6232 2960

APAC Head of Operational Risk SGD $400,000+ Singapore This is a highly visible and business-critical role within the retail banking arm of a retail and wholesale bank with a large presence in the Southern Hemisphere. The successful candidate will be influential in driving forward the Operational Risk strategy for the bank and in setting the direction for major change implementation projects. This role provides the opportunity to negotiate with senior-level stakeholders in the business and become part of a highly regarded Risk function.

Requirements • Strong Operational Risk background within retail banking • Must be able to negotiate with very senior-level stakeholders on a daily basis • Ability to bridge the gap between the technical team and the business • Proven ability to drive change at a high level and understand the challenges involved • Experience with practical implementation of change Vacancy reference number: PP422394 For further information please contact: Adam Solomons +65 6232 2954 or adamsolomons@hydrogengroup.com

Business Analyst - CTB, Global Markets Product Control SGD $110,000-150,000 plus bonuses Singapore This is a front-to-back project where you will join a team of Business Analysts working directly with the end user (Finance/Product Control). You will interact and work with a wider Change team incorporating Finance/Technology and the client’s in-house Technology Development team. This role offers the successful candidate an opportunity to interface across the bank’s shared services. You will gain in-depth, specific global markets exposure as the project develops as well as experience in global initiatives.

Project Manager SGD $120,000 - $150,000 Singapore A leading Risk Software Solutions provider with a strong reputation in Asia Pacific is actively seeking a strong client-facing project manager with proficient software package implementation experience. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on regional projects whilst managing a team of consultant across Singapore and Hong Kong. The Project Manager will oversee a number of projects simultaneously over the full project lifecycle.

Requirements: • Minimum of 5 years’ project management experience • Management of solution implementation, managing and developing client relationships • Experience of regulatory reporting • A strong technical IT background • Finance/banking experience • A willingness to travel

Requirements • ACA/CPA/ACCA • Business analysis skills • 3 to 10 years’ experience • SDLC knowledge • Core analyst skills • Investment Banking knowledge • Product lifecycle knowledge • Database skills Background • Ex-line controller with RTB or CTB experience • Pure finance change with core BA skills Vacancy reference number: PP416104 For further information please contact: Toby Green +65 6232 2951 or tobygreen@hydrogengroup.com

Vacancy reference number: PP420751 For further information please contact: Ross Gregory +65 6232 2952 or rossgregory@hydrogengroup.com

Business Analysts/Project Managers USD $ rate, highly competitive to the Asia market Philippines

Program Manager - Finance IT SGD $120,000 - $150,000 Singapore A leading investment bank with a strong reputation in Asia Pacific is actively seeking a Program Manager to manage Financial Control and Regulatory Reporting IT projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a program of work involving the implementation of financial control and regulatory reporting systems for the APAC region covering eleven countries.

Our client, continuing to invest in building their Global Finance Change Management practice, is offering a number of exciting opportunities. The positions are based in the Philippines and will see you develop an in-depth core business analyst or project management skill-set over the coming two to three years. The successful candidates will be exposed to a variety of projects from GL implementations to reporting consolidations and financial control re-engineering.

Our client is looking for a select number of individuals with high calibre financial accounting skillsets with exposure to elements of change roles.

Requirements • 11 to 15 years’ IT experience • 5 to 8 years’ of IT project management experience within investment banking • Minimum 3 years’ of IT program management experience • Experience in Financial control or regulatory reporting systems • Full project lifecycle experience

Requirements • 7 to 15+ years’ experience in FS sector • Product control, financial control, financial/regulatory reporting, business analysis or project management in an investment bank • Accountancy qualification e.g. ACA/ACCA/CPA/CA • Process re-engineering and system implementation, CTB/RTB

Vacancy reference number: PP420736 For further information please contact: Ross Gregory +65 6232 2952 or rossgregory@hydrogengroup.com

Vacancy reference number: PP421240 For further information please contact: John Spackman +65 6232 2953 or johnspackman@hydrogengroup.com

www.asia.hydrogengroup.com Hydrogen Group, Prudential Tower, Level 14 and 15, 30 Cecil Street, Singapore 049712 | Email: asia@hydrogengroup.com | Tel: +65 6232 2960 | Fax: +65 6491 5020

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Great Career Choices!

A Great New Career…

RETAIL OPERATIONS MANAGER

REGIONAL MARCOM MANAGER

HR & ADMINISTRATION MANAGER

Our client is a leading fashion retailer in building brands and developing retail and distribution networks in Asia for iconic fashion and timepiece brands.

Our client is a leading fashion retailer in building brands and developing retail and distribution networks in Asia for iconic fashion and timepiece brands.

Our client, a well established MNC in property and real estate development, is seeking a HR Manager to join their HR Department.

Job Responsibilities:

Job Responsibilities:

• To be responsible for the day-to-day operations of all stores to ensure that budgets, housekeeping, visual merchandising and other operational standards are maintained.

• Manage and motivate the team to increase sales and elevate customer service levels.

• Work towards improving the commercial performance of the store by increasing its turnover and maximizing profitability.

• To be responsible for the planning and execution of all advertising, public relations and promotional activities.

• Perform media planning and support media budgeting for advertising channels.

• Work closely with the Brand team and related agencies on PR and communication activities.

• Develop written materials including press releases and articles.

• Build up and maintain strong relationships with the media and other key stakeholders which could influence coverage and publicity.

• Liaise with subsidiaries on marketing related activities.

Job Requirements: • At least 5 years of experience in retail operations at management level.

• Strong leadership quality in leading a team to optimize sales and excel in customer service.

• Proven track record in retail operations, probably with an international fashion label.

• Strong planning, analytical and organizational skills.

Interested applicants should email their CV to Goh Cai Xuan at goh.caixuan@adecco-asia.com or call (65) 6336 1533 to find out more.

Job Requirements: • At least 3 - 5 years of experience in marketing communication functions.

• Applicants from luxury fashion brands preferred.

• Must have regional exposure.

Interested applicants should email their CV to Goh Cai Xuan at goh.caixuan@adecco-asia.com or call (65) 6336 1533 to find out more.

Job Responsibilities: • To be responsible for the recruitment and selection of staff (local & international; application of work permits).

• Take charge of contract negotiation.

• Develop and execute training programs.

• Facilitate performance appraisal exercises.

• Drafting and reviewing policies and procedures.

• Research and update on pay structures and benchmarking tools.

• Develop inventory of job descriptions.

• Provide guidance to management on misconduct, poor performance and other human relations matters.

• Oversee and review the payroll processes (knowledge on Easy Pay Enterprise).

• Improve and maintain updated personnel records on systems and filing system.

Job Requirements: • A degree or post graduate specialization in HR, with at least 4 – 6 years of experience in a HR generalist role, preferably in a multi-national organisation.

• Thorough knowledge of Singapore Employment Law and Tax Practices.

Interested applicants should email their CV to Elaine Lau at elaine.lau@adecco-asia.com or call (65) 6887 5174 to find out more.

For other available positions, please go to adecco.com.sg

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PeopleNet Associates is an established Business Consultancy and Executive Search firm with an extensive network serving World Class organizations in various industries and services. We have excellent opportunities for outstanding professionals to join some of our very reputable clients as:

Finance Manager (ESD530). Based in Dongguan, China

Vice President Of Operations (ESD536). Based in China

Circa HK$ 400,000–500,000 p.a.

Circa USD$200,000 p.a + bonus + stock options.

Our Client, a Singapore publicly listed Multinational in manufacturing of precision metal stamping, tools and die design and fabrication, has opening for Finance Manager.

Our client, a leading EMS provider opening for their operations in China.

Job Description: • Responsible for Dongguan & HK accounting teams. Reports directly to VP of Finance in HK. • Travels to HK HQ on a monthly basis to review accounting and finance works.

• In charge of PRC and HK accounting department team.

• Liaise with PRC Tax, Trade & Commerce and Forex department, PRC bank, auditors & tax consultant.

Qualifications: • Qualified accountant with 5 yrs in manufacturing industry.

• Fluent in written & spoken English & Mandarin.

• Knowledge in PRC accounting, tax, custom & labor regulations.

• Well verse in ERP. Company currently uses JD Edward applications.

Finance Director (ESD537). Based in India Circa USD$150,000 – 200,000 p.a + expatriate benefits.

Job Description: • Reports to Senior VP of Global Operations in USA. • Direct reports to the GM of Mechanical Operations.

• Develops & implements comprehensive mechanicals operations/business strategy that positions the Mechanicals business as the industry leader in cost, quality, delivery, technology and customer satisfaction leading to long term revenue and profit growth.

Qualifications: • Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering with 20 years of experience in high precision, high volume aesthetic plastics/metals components and systems for the hi-tech consumer or automotive markets.

• Experienced in introduction, build & phase out of complex and multi component mechanicals programs.

• Familiar with 6 sigma, lean methodologies, JIT, ship to stock, MRP and etc.

• Prior working experience in China & good command of English & Mandarin are required.

Senior Partner, Private Banking (ESD532) Circa S$ 170,000 p.a.

Our client, one of the largest international integrated agri-food companies in the world with revenue of US$1+ billion p.a. are seeking a highly capable candidate to join them as Finance Director in India.

Job Description: • Reports to the Country MD and the CFO of the Group. Be business partner to local management team.

• Ensure timing & accurate submission of statutory & financial reports.

• Cost accounting & inventory control. Monitor compliance to regulations.

• Co-ordinate with Head Office to execute the group’s finance policies & requirements.

Qualifications: • CPA with MBA preferred. At least 15 years of working experience and strong command of English.

• Experience in Agriculture Industry or Integrated Food processing.

Our client, an Australia’s leading financial services institution, requires a Sr Partner, Private Banking.

Job Description: • Drive the Private Banking team to achieve sales & service results.

• Focus & expand business in Healthcare & Medical profession.

• Coach a team of Partners & Associates.

Qualifications: • Bachelor Degree or Master with 10 years of working experience.

• Exposure to Healthcare & Medical profession.

• Competence in sales and financial analysis is essential.

Those interested, please send your CV to ExecSearch@PeoplenetAssociates.com. All enquiries and application will be handled in strict confidence.

Please visit us at www.PeoplenetAssociates.com or www.twitter.com/PeoplenetCareer for more information on career opportunities.

We regret that only short listed candidates will be notified. Unsuccessful applications will be kept on file for future opportunities.

CAREER EXPERT Dear Chris, I’ve applied for several jobs in the last three months and while I have a high success rate getting to an interview, I am yet to secure permanent employment.

I’m not sure what I’m doing wrong? Please help!

Regards, Shirley Dear Shirley, The last 12 months have been extremely difficult for the majority of jobseekers and you shouldn’t lose hope. We find that what lets so many candidates down is lack of preparation, which is one of the essential ingredients for success. Make sure you know all you can about your prospective employer and the industry they operate in prior to the interview.

• • • • •

What does the company do?

The company’s financial state – are they expanding or downsizing?

Who are their major competitors?

What skills they are looking for, such as education or previous experience?

What you can offer them?

Having a general overview about the organisation will give you confidence during the interview, so that you can refer to your research when asking questions. For example, if you were going for a marketing executive position within a direct marketing agency, you could say, “I understand from your annual report you spend a certain percentage on advertising. How much of this is allocated to direct marketing spend?”

Rather than asking how many employees are in the company, which you could have found out yourself, the above question implies you have taken time and effort to prepare for the interview. The interviewer will take this as a sure sign that you’re serious about the company, job and future career.

Once in the interview, it’s important to relax. Imagine you’re having a conversation with a friend.

Make sure you listen carefully to each question and before you respond to more difficult questions, think about your answers and how you want to express them – this will help you speak more confidently.

Body language demonstrates how comfortable you are with your subject matter. If you’re enthusias-

tic about what you are saying, smile and let your hands do the talking. If you said something you did not mean and are worried it could damage your chances, rectify this by restating what you actually meant. Don’t hold back, it could be your only chance to get the point across.

It’s also important to be factual and honest about your strengths and weaknesses. Show that you recognise your weaknesses and that you are striving to improve them.

Ultimately, your personality and the impact you make is what will really land you the job. Remember to be yourself and show enthusiasm. Positivity and honesty will go a long way.

Working with a recruiting expert will also help you in your job search. We help people find jobs every day of the week and have an exceptional pool of information at your disposal.

Regards, Chris Mead General Manager HAYS Singapore About Hays Hays is the leading global specialist recruiting group. It is the expert at recruiting qualified, professional and skilled people worldwide. It operates across the private and public sectors, dealing in permanent positions, contract roles and temporary assignments.

Hays employs 6,933 staff operating from 345 offices in 28 countries across 17 specialisms.

For the year ended 30 June 2009, Hays placed around 50,000 candidates into permanent jobs and around 270,000 people into temporary assignments.

For recruiting or career expertise, please visit www.hays.com.sg Hays, the world’s leading recruiting experts in qualified, professional and skilled people.

Hays in Singapore can be contacted on +65 6223 4535 or chris.mead@hays.com.sg Send your questions to marketing@headhunt.com.sg

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YOUR STRATEGIC PARTNER IN EXECUTIVE SEARCH Executive Search Advertised Selection Recruitment Outsourcing

INFO-COMM & TECHNOLOGY

BANKING & FINANCE

CHEMICAL & MANUFACTURING

Incorporated in 2003 and re-branded in 2009, CA SEARCH has emerged as one of the leading high-touch executive search firms that provides professional headhunting and recruitment consultancy services to many multi-national companies and leading organizations across the Asia-Pacific region.

CREDIT RISKS (SVP/VP)

AVP, BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

• Leading Financial Institution

• Leading Financial Institution

• Responsible for deal structuring and execution – analysis, due diligence, prepare credit proposals and negotiating/review credit documentation for their Corporate clients • Responsible for reviewing credit proposals including legal documentation to Corporates in Singapore, India and Indonesia • Candidates should exercised an acceptable level of approving authority • Ensure credit approvals are in compliance with firm’s credit policies & procedures • Providing portfolio credit risk oversight in these countries

• Achieve National volume & Sales target and expansion of membership base • Developments of regional level promotions/campaigns • Review the performance of the Business Development teams with sales targets • Monitor the implementation of the various marketing initiatives • Monitor prices, demand & supply factors, global news to stay abreast of markets & latest developments • Co-ordinate with the Corporate Communication department to organize events, seminars, etc

Pre-requisites: • Degree with min 10 years exp in credit evaluation and credit reviews • In-depth knowledge of banking products and legal documents • Strong grounding in financial analysis and forecasting • Excellent written and spoken English & Mandarin

Pre-requisites: • Degree in Business Administration, Marketing or equivalent • 6-10 years’ relevant MNC or banking/financial exp • Results-oriented and performance driven • Knowledge of commodities’ market in Singapore

Contact: Tan Cin Dee, Director Email: banking@ca-search.com Job reference: CA006

Contact: Leo Anderson, Director – Banking Email: banking@ca-search.com Job reference: CA007

RISK MANAGER (AVP)

FX ADVISOR (ASSISTANT MANAGER) – PRIVATE BANKING

• Leading Financial Institution

• Foreign Bank

• Assisting in the general management of risks across business units in the group • Develop tools and templates to perform risk analysis for investments and special contracts / projects • Provide functional support to corporate departments and coordinate group-wide Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) implementation, monitor the effectiveness of the ERM implementation across business units • Work closely with colleagues in respective business units to identify, assess and mitigate key risks in the business activities of the Group • Support the Group Management team in risk management activities and reporting

• Responsible for generating/distributing/pricing/executing reliable FX trades • Enriched product and market knowledge in a wide range of FX products including spot/ forward/ swap/ vanilla & exotics options/NDF/FX Accumulators/FX EMTN, etc • Assist in the ad-hoc/admin issues of the desk

Pre-requisites: • Degree in Accounting/Financial Engineering or equivalent • 3-5 years’ exp in financial and commodity markets • Strong understanding of various risks and mitigation mechanisms in financial and commodity markets. Well versed with various VaR tools and other volatility measurement tools

Pre-requisites: • Degree with 3-5 years’ FX sales exp ideally in wealth management sectors facing both internal Relationship Managers and external clients • A team player equipped with excellent presentation & communication skills • Result-oriented and performance driven. Ability to speak Chinese/Mandarin/English • Rotating shift work between 2-11pm on weekly basis required

Contact: Leo Anderson, Director – Banking Email: banking@ca-search.com Job reference: CA008

Contact: MEI, Consultant – Banking Email: banking@ca-search.com Job reference: CA009

SENIOR ACCOUNTANT

PROJECT MANAGERS (2X)

• Financial Related Industry; Multinational Company

• US MNC; IT Banking Solutions Provider

• Process and maintain accounting records to ensure a high quality of accounting accuracy, timeliness of reporting and compliance to corporate policies and statutory requirements.

• Monitor line staff on applicable policies and procedures to ensure compliance to statutory and corporate requirements. Initiate and propose procedural changes to enhance data quality and process flows.

• Take ownership for specific components of the consolidated balance sheet and income statement, review and confirm consolidated balances during month-end closing.

• Provide leadership and creativity in the development and implementation of services & solutions engagement • Work with client, partner and project team to plan, develop, organize, monitor and deliver services and solutions • Perform financial management, risk management, contract management, change control, third party management as well as measuring, assessing and reporting performance of the project • Manage and/or deliver client projects, which may have multi-year contracts, multiple subcontractors and numerous deliverables

Pre-requisites: • Degree in Accounting / ACCA or equivalent • 5 to 7 years’ accounting exp in a MNC; prior 2-3 years should be in auditing with a large public auditing firm. Familiar with US GAAP and SEC requirements • Conversant with integrated accounting applications - particularly Oracle

Pre-requisites: • Degree in Information Systems, Computer Science; PMP certification an advantage • 5-8 years’ project management exp in managing banking solutions especially in retail banking • Exp in managing a multi-million/multi-year project; preferably related to product implementation lifecycle • Good development knowledge in Microsoft Windows Platform, SQL database and Microsoft dot.net

Contact: Evelyn-Jong Sachs, Director Email: apply@ca-search.com Job reference: CA010 Allen Toh, Managing Director Email: allen@ca-search.com CA SEARCH PTE LTD No. 3 Phillip Street #08-01 Commerce Point Singapore 048693 (Corporate office at Raffles Place) Tel: (65) 6438 3233 Fax: (65) 6438 3633

We are expanding our executive search team and if you are keen to embark on this challenging career, please contact us for a confidential discussion or submit your resume via www.ca-search.com

Contact: Arina Goh, Manager Email: banking@ca-search.com Job reference: CA011

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DRAKE INTERNATIONAL Passionate People Fresh Solutions

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Accountant Our client is a well established international company which provides products, services and solutions to the Offshore Oil & Gas Industries is focused on Oilfield Pipelines throughout the Asia Pacific region. Due to rapid growth and expansion in Singapore, they are seeking an Accountant to manage and maintain their Finance department.

Reporting to the Finance Manager and the Finance Controller, you will have a junior staff to assist you in Accounts Payable. You are to maintain the General ledger /subsidiary ledgers for Singapore and Malaysia branches and also liaise with the branches regarding monthly reports and submission to Headquarters. In addition to handling GST preparation and submission, you will also be required to prepare audit schedules, work closely with the internal and external auditors for year end closing and prepare financial statements. You will also be required to prepare month end management reports, maintain projects and assist the Finance Manager in all ad-hoc duties.

The ideal candidate is someone independent, mature and with a strong sense of initiative. You will also be a people person who has a knack for implementing and improvising Accounting systems and ideally have prior experience working with industries such as Oil & Gas, Petrol Chemical, Manufacturing and Construction with regional experience.

The Requirements as follows; • Minimum Diploma/Degree in Accountancy/ ACCA • 2 to 3 years of relevant industry experience • Proficient in Navision and Microsoft Office especially Microsoft Excel • Able to start within short notice To register your interest, please contact Priscila Sinnathamby at +65 6531 0511 or visit www.drakejobs.com.sg and apply to your job reference PS007 stating your current and expected remuneration and notice period.

Executive Account Manager (Malaysia) Our client specialize in the field of communications infrastructure and due to continued expansion, we are seeking on their behalf a self motivated individual who will assume the role of Executive Account Manager to be based in their Malaysia office.

As an EAM your primary responsibility is to acquire new business in key accounts and conduct Product/Solution presentations to clients. You will be directly reporting to the Sales Director for the ASEAN region and may have to travel at least 30% of the time. You will also be expected to liaise directly with the telecom providers to grow existing and new business.

To be successful in this role you must have the following criteria: • At least 8 years experience in Direct Sales from Telecom or IT Industry • Extensive knowledge in the field of Telecom Technologies, IP / MPLS and Data communication Technologies that is applicable for telecom service providers.

• Strong track record in winning new business in key accounts.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills • “Can Do” Attitude and has a strong interpersonal skills.

• Minimum degree in Engineering or Technology from a reputable institute To register your interest, please contact Regina Tecson at +65 6531 0515 or visit www.drakejobs.com.sg and apply to job reference RT040 stating your current and expected remuneration and notice period.

Various Roles – Refrigeration Sector Our client is one of the leading manufacturers of commercial and industrial refrigeration and has been in operation since 1885 and with presence across the globe.

We are looking for dynamic and enthusiastic individuals to join a growing team for the Refrigeration sector of the organization. To be successful in this role you must have extensive experience in the similar field and has been focusing on this sector for at least 3 years. We are looking for people with Sales, Technical, Operation and Management background. You must be adaptable, loves travelling, people person and good management skills. Excellent communication skills are also desired for these positions.

To register your interest, please contact Regina Tecson at +65 6531 0515 or visit www.drakejobs.com.sg and apply to job reference RT037 stating your current and expected remuneration and notice period.

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Service Quality Manager PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES This role will oversee and drive the service quality framework which comprises of initiatives relating to Standards & Measurements, Training, Awareness, and Rewards & Recognition.

• Implement strategic directions and goals to uplift company service quality • Oversee feedback processes and gain insights from information derived, and handle escalated feedback cases pertaining to service quality issues • Actively engage senior management staff to plan for service quality development and delivery on the ground, including giving feedback on operational issues that affect service delivery to the ground • Plan and oversee comprehensive service quality training programs, campaigns, as well as rewards and recognition programs REQUIREMENTS We are looking a Degree qualified Manager equipped at least 4 years in Service Quality work, preferably in the Healthcare industry. You should be a pro-active, dynamic leader with 2 years of supervisory experience and exemplary service quality skills in dealing with customers. Possessing basic statistical skills in MS Excel to analyze feedback, a track record of building and developing service quality framework will be a big plus.

To apply, please email your CV to headhunt@capitagrp.com with HEADHUNT-CSL in the subject. Do contact us at +65 6603-8003 for more details.

Regional Program Manager, Telco Industry PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES This role represents and is responsible for the governance, standards and contract compliance to the Organization and Strategic Client contract and works closely with regional counterparts and other consortium members to ensure responsive and high quality delivery interfacing with client management in Singapore and the local regions.

Primary deliverables for the regional programs include: • Resource Management – of staff, third parties, budget and infrastructure assigned to the current Programmes. Recruitment of appropriate skilled staff and the development of a highly effective and motivated transition team. Mentoring role for local Transition Management staff. First point of escalation for active transitions within nominated Programs.

• Program Management – Leadership of the delivery of the regional Programs, taking responsibility for the management of transitioning multiple service bundles into the operational solution and/or delivering multiple project streams within the Programme.

• Establish extension of the Project Management; ensuring compliance with agreed Project Management Methodology, Documentation and Best Practice.

REQUIREMENTS • Well developed Programme Management skills • Certification against a recognized project management standard (AIPM, PMI) • ITIL, Network Engineering or other relevant Service Management qualifications.

• Significant Program Management experience in either the telecommunications or ICT industry (ten years or more) with top tier SI/ICT organization in Asia Pacific.

• Demonstrated ability and a proven record of working with customers and third party vendors at Senior & Executive Management level in a fast tracked complex project environment • Demonstrated ability to implement an ITIL-aligned service management framework as a result of projects delivered.

• Demonstrated ongoing competency in the management of programs that include multiple projects and sub-projects • Demonstrated ability to manage and lead a team of resources To apply, please email your CV to headhunt@capitagrp.com with HEADHUNT-JYL in the subject. Do contact us at +65 6603-8001 for more details.

Compensation & Benefits Manager (Project) PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES Working closely with Regional HR Manager and Asia Compensation and Benefit team, you will: • Implement a grading structure based on company methodology and all compensation & benefit activities, special projects and Human Resources policy and infrastructure • Coordinate, deploy and managing annual salary review, bonus payout processes and payroll outsourcing as well as design Remuneration & Benefits policies which support the rapid growth and expansion for the organization • Responsible for description, evaluation and analysis of jobs. Participate actively in remuneration surveys and networks representing the company • Establish budgeting guidelines for headcount, remuneration provision and any other package components aligning with business plan and quarterly business forecast • Lead HR projects and infrastructure systems and drive continuous education initiatives for HR and line managers, enhancing their C&B and performance management skills to support the growth of the company REQUIREMENTS Candidates must have a good understanding of the organization’s future challenges such bonus plans, market position, salary range design, pay mix analysis and local statutory knowledge. HR or Business degree qualified with 5-7 years competent experience in Compensation & Benefit programs. Advanced IT skills, especially in Excel will be necessary.

The ideal candidate should be someone intellectually astute with a strong drive for results and team spirit.

To apply, please email your CV to headhunt@capitagrp.com with HEADHUNT-AE in the subject. Do contact us at +65 6603-8003 for more details.

Underwriting Manager, Accident & Health PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES The Underwriting Manager will be responsible for the overall underwriting function in the Accident & Health Dept. This will encompass underwriting of personal accident and travel insurance plans and packages for both corporations and consumers.

• Oversee and manage all underwriting requests from and for the various minor lines in the dept.

• Respond to intermediaries, partners and customers on coverage and other underwriting queries • Work with legal and compliance on agreements with partners, policy wordings, marketing collaterals and other regulatory and compliance issues • Liaise with Regional Underwriting on pricing and Corporate Communication Dept on creatives of packages • Liaise with MIS to validate product/pricing set ups • Assist in preparing reports that may be required by management REQUIREMENTS Ideally with professional qualifications in Actuarial Science or Finance and 5 years of underwriting/regional underwriting experience, this role will require a highly analytical and meticulous person with strong initiative and good problem-solving skill-sets. You should possess a strong ability to balance business requirements and underwriting discipline; and thrive well in a fast paced environment with tight deadlines To apply, please email your CV to headhunt@capitagrp.com with HEADHUNT-LX in the subject. Do contact us at +65 6603-8002 for more details.

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Insurance

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Life & Pensions

Insurance, Reinsurance and Life & Pensions appointments at all Levels across Asia from a trusted specialist Recruitment and Head Hunting Consultancy. We have a 40 year track record of providing independent TOTALLY CONFIDENTIAL career advice.

Claims Manager (General Insurance) – Singapore SGD 6,000 - 8,000 per month Leading international insurance organization requires a Claims Manager to work in their Regional Headquarters in Singapore.

Ideally you will hold an Engineering Degree and/or recognised insurance qualifications. Experience of handling engineering/ property claims is essential. You will have an understanding of general legal principles and claims reports as you will be responsible for building up and managing relationships with loss adjusters, lawyers and clients from a claims perspective. This is a permanent position with an excellent salary and career prospects.

Contact: Gareth.Phillips@ipsgroup.co.uk Ref: GP468206

• Chief Underwriting Officer US$110,000

Regional Power Underwriter

Expat Package

To SGD100,000 + DOE – Singapore A market leading international insurer is looking for a Regional Underwriter to maintain and develop a profitable power portfolio across the Asian region (Singapore, Hong Kong, China etc). Ideally you will have degree level qualifications in Construction or Engineering and have a successful track record of underwriting in the Power (re)insurance sector. Thorough understanding of this market is required as the ability to work at a portfolio level. This role combines case underwriting with portfolio management and business development & support across both operational (PAR/BI/MB/MLOP) and power projects (EAR/DSU).

Contact: Gareth.Phillips@ipsgroupasia.com Ref: GP468170

– Singapore

This role is with one of the world’s leading insurance companies and is responsible for the development of new/existing business (A&H) via distribution channels throughout the Asia Pacific region. Exploring various initiatives that will help the organisation gain an advantage over competitors, whether this be through advanced technology, new distribution channels, enhanced product offerings or the like.

Experience in channel and distribution management and analysis is key as you will assess current relationships, business development templates and technology strategy. Excellent project management and business development skills are required.

Contact: Gareth.Phillips@ipsgroupasia.com Ref: GP468205

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Medical Underwriter

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Property Underwriter

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• Casualty Underwriter

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S&E Technical Manager To SGD100,000 + p.a

Ref: 467839

• Engineering Underwriter

Accountant To SGD100,000 + p.a

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• Marine Underwriter

US$70,000

A&H Business Development Manager

To SGD125,000 +

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Hong Kong

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Telephone: +65 98452599 Mobile: +65 92317544 Email: Gareth.Phillips@IPSGroupAsia.com

Telephone: +852 3189 7635 Mobile: +852 9669 0708 Email: Charles.Eady@IPSGroupAsia.com

Telephone: +86 21 6182 6820 Email: Molly.Wu@IPSGroupAsia.com

– Singapore Ref: 467402

– Singapore Ref: 467837

– Singapore Ref: 467560

– Singapore Ref: 467562 London Telephone: +44 20 7481 8111 Email: enquiries@IPSGroupAsia.com Chicago Telephone: +1 312 214 4983

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Compliance Manager

Business Finance VP

GSI Executive Search

GSI Executive Search

• Leading Financial House • AML and CFT focus

• Extensive Regional Consumer • Highly Analytical Role

Our Client has a dynamic corporate culture with strong emphasis on risk-based framework.

Reporting to the Head of Performance Management for Retail Banking, you play a critical role in formulating Product Benchmarking across products and geographies at Group Retail. Your responsibilities include refining and implementing standardised product dashboards, partnering Global Product Heads in formulating Product programmes and reviewing strategy alignment. You will also establish the Group’s Retail Product Program framework and connect new product financials to Group Retail Performance. You must have experience in Consumer Banking and Small Business Lending products and services, with a deep understanding of finance policies & principles.

Collaborating with relevant authorities, you will focus on AML and CFT monitoring, surveillance and perform regulatory investigations. You will also work with the Compliance team to ensure that all regulatory reports are timely adhered to. You will identify rules and regulations applicable to the business from compliance risk perspective as well. Reporting to senior management, you will hold an independent view and advise the management on appropriate course of action. Opportunities to focus on other areas of compliance will be expanded according to experience.

The ideal candidate is armed with a Degree and a minimum 8 years’ relevant experience in the financial industry and is well-versed in SFA and FAA. Strong experience in AML and CFT is advantageous. Experience in MNC environment is preferred with excellent people management skills.

Candidates with general compliance experience will be qualified for other positions.

Ideally, you should have a Bachelor Degree in business and/or finance, and preferably a CPA with at least 8 years in Business Planning, FP&A for Consumer products. You will be highly analytical, an expert in financial modeling skills and able to analyse large amount of data. Well-versed in Consumer products, you have excellent command of English with superb interpersonal and communication skills.

Apply now in MS Word format to: regina.tio@gsiconsultants.com referencing ‘Compliance Manager/HH’. Confidentiality assured. Only short-listed candidates will be notified.

Apply now in MS Word format to: regina.tio@gsiconsultants.com referencing ‘Business Finance VP/HH’. Confidentiality assured. Only short-listed candidates will be notified.

Internal Auditor – VP

Private Banker

GSI Executive Search

GSI Executive Search

• Treasury and Investment Banking focus • Good Career Progression

• Reputable European Bank • Excellent Platform

Reporting to the Head of Internal Audit, you will lead and participate in the Bank’s business and regional branches. In this role, you will collaborate with Business Heads and teams to assess business and operational risks and controls. Providing value-added recommendations to the business, you will address concerns and processes to improve the Treasury and Investment Banking operations. You will be involved in front, middle and back office operations and lead audit projects for the bank.

A renowned banking group in the industry, this bank offers a remarkable platform for its clients in the region.

Ideally, you should have a Bachelor Degree in Accountancy with at least 5 years’ Audit experience in accounting firms or financial institutions. Well-versed in Treasury and Investment Banking set up, you have prior experience in this area. You should possess professional certifications such as CIA, CPA or FRM. Familiarity with banking laws and regulations governing banking activities is preferred.

Excellent command of English with superb interpersonal and communication skills is a must.

Apply now in MS Word format to: regina.tio@gsiconsultants.com referencing ‘Internal Auditor/HH’. Confidentiality assured. Only short-listed candidates will be notified.

You are a people person; you will develop and maintain client relationships with High Net Worth customers with strong investment portfolios. You will cultivate relationships and provide investment advice to clients for them to grow their wealth. With the support of a team of Investment Advisors, you will provide assistance and solutions to all their investment needs from international tax and investment services to specialist advice. You will recognise wealth goals and develop personalised strategies with the clients.

You should have a Bachelor Degree from a recognised university with at least 5 years of Private Banking experience. Besides being a team player with strong people management skills, you will have a strong network with great interpersonal and communication skills. Strong understanding of current wealth management products is preferred.

Apply now in MS Word format to: regina.tio@gsiconsultants.com referencing ‘Private Banker/HH’. Confidentiality assured. Only short-listed candidates will be notified.

For more information on the above postings and regional opportunities, visit www.gsiconsultants.com

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Established in 1963, the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Singapore (ICPAS) is the largest professional body that develops, supports and enhances the integrity, status and interests of the profession.

Today, ICPAS has over 21,000 members and/or CPA Singapore working and making their mark worldwide.

ICPAS is looking for the following confident and highly motivated individuals to help grow the profession.

MANAGER / ASSISTANT MANAGER (TECHNICAL)

MANAGER (SPECIAL PROJECTS)

Responsibilities: • Champion ICPAS strategic thinking initiatives.

• Coordinate and participate in the technical activities including accounting, auditing, insolvency, taxation and corporate governance.

• Monitor the development of standards nationally and internationally.

• Conduct research in areas such as auditing, accounting, insolvency, corporate governance and taxation.

• Prepare and review articles on technical matters for the Institute’s journal.

• Update the Institute’s members on any recent development of technical issues.

• Provide technical query service to members.

Responsibilities: • Champion ICPAS strategic thinking initiatives.

• Oversee the administration, examination as well as accreditation of the Professional Examination.

• Research and develop the Professional Examination qualifications and any new projects.

• Assist in the development of the post-graduate programmes and registration of Intellectual Property rights.

Requirements: • CPA Singapore or equivalent with at least 5 years’ experience in a public accounting firm.

• Strong leadership in leading a team through coaching.

• Meticulous and have initiative to improve work processes.

• Good interpersonal skills, resourceful, and independent.

• Strong learning ability, willing to multi-task, and take up challenges.

• Prior working experience in private or public education sector is an advantage.

Requirements: • CPA Singapore or equivalent with at least 5 years’ experience in a public accounting firm.

• Possess knowledge on technical matters relating to accounting, auditing, tax etc.

• Good analytical, interpersonal, organisational and communication skills.

• Meticulous, resourceful and innovative with positive work attitude.

• Confident in dealing effectively with both internal and external parties.

Interested candidates are invited to email their detailed resume with information on current and expected salaries, contact details to: Human Resource Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Singapore 20 Aljunied Road #06-02 CPA House Singapore 389805 Email : hr@icpas.org.sg Website: www.icpas.org.sg (only shortlisted candidates will be notified)

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shape your world of work ‘Shaping the world of work’ is Randstad’s mission. We help people to find the right career moves and businesses to connect with the best talent in the market. With 20 years’ experience in Singapore, our team knows this market inside and out — bringing to you a multitude of career opportunities no other recruitment & HR services firm can offer.

We’re here to help you find the right role with the right company across; Accounting & Finance, Banking, Business Support, Construction, Property & Engineering, Contact Centre, Executive, Healthcare, Information Technology and Sales & Marketing.

To start shaping your world of work, contact our local team on 6510 1350. www.randstad.com.sg

senior derivative risk reporting analyst

asia pacific development manager

New role $60K — $72K with benefits

This top IT services company is seeking to strengthen its regional hub. Based out of Singapore, you will be responsible for establishing and growing business, and maintaining relationships across the full APAC region. The right candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:

As one of the largest marine fuel marketers in the world, and a leader in the development and application of derivatives, this organisation is seeking an analyst for their cargo trading division. This role is responsible for regional operations support, governance structure, regional implementation and support for risk position reporting including VaR reporting, trade capture validation and daily position reporting.

To be successful, you must have specialised knowledge in the structure and use of financial derivatives, with 3-5 years experience in a mid/back office role in a trading or risk management environment.

To enquire further or submit your application, please contact Megha Goyal on 6510 1466 or email megha.goyal@randstad.com.sg

• 10+ years sales, business development or program management • Strong network across the region with focus on India/China • Ability to work to & exceed sales targets selling around Cloud computing • Strong communication & presentation skills This is a role for someone who strives to be number one and deliver excellence.

To enquire further or submit your application, please contact Managing Consultant Richard Cornish on 6510 1359 or email richard.cornish@randstad.com.sg

banking & finance

project manager — desktop migration This leading investment bank, currently planning the global upgrade of their desktop platform to Windows 7, is seeking a Project Manager who will work with the application teams and regional testing centre to plan, manage and coordinate application compatibility testing/certification for the new platform in Asia Pacific.

You will bring 8-10 years of experience in Project Management, with direct oversight of large infrastructure and application development projects, preferably in the Financial Services sector. Familiarity of trading technologies and applications will be advantageous. You will also bring a collaborative work style with excellent spoken and written English, a background in service delivery, relationship management and sound negotiation skills.

To enquire further or submit your application, please contact Jasbir Kaur on 6510 1369 or email jasbir.kaur@randstad.com.sg

information technology

executive

finance manager

credit risk director $180K — $220K This is a high profile position within a global payments organisation and the next step for those wanting to advance their career in Credit Risk rating. You will be involved in detailed credit analysis on corporations and financial institutions with large risk exposure. You will also conduct the review of business, financial, industry and country risk, coupled with rating models.

To be successful, you should have extensive experience as a credit decision maker for a large financial institution, with experience in assignment of credit risk ratings and PD assessment. You must have experience in commercial credit from a leading financial institution or a bank. Experience in evaluating international counterparts in European and/or Asia Pacific markets, and approving related credit decisions is also required.

To enquire further or submit your application, please contact Megha Goyal on 6510 1466 or email megha.goyal@randstad.com.sg

banking & finance

AVP — webmaster (iBanking)

$90K — $100K+ bonus This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a high profile, multinational finance company, whose products cater to those who enjoy the finer things in life. This role will see you assist the Director in maintaining the full spectrum of accounts, as well as variance analysis and management reporting in accordance with MAS regulatory standards. You will also be required to perform corporate tax duties, submit and report GST returns, as well as other corporate secretarial duties.

You will bring to this role at least 7 years experience in accounting and/or financial reporting related roles, an Accounting degree (preferably coupled with a CPA or MBA), and a strong grasp of SFRS reporting, Corporate Tax and GST. Prior experience within audit and/or financial reporting in the bank would be highly regarded.

To enquire further or submit your application, please contact Jee Kinnear Ong on 6510 1364 or email jee.kinnearong@randstad.com.sg

accounting

Working with one of Singapore’s leading local banks, this role will lead the web team in the design enhancement of the webpage, including major project implementation, as well as ensuring quality customer satisfaction, and acting as an agent for change and innovation in the online space within the bank.

With extensive experience in website development, you will also need experience in the MS SharePoint environment, as well as MS server-side VB Script, ASP development and Java Script. Working in a corporate environment and leading a team, you will also need to bring to this position sound interpersonal skills, proven experience in managing a team, and an innovative approach.

To enquire further or submit your application, please contact Jasbir Kaur on 6510 1369 or email jasbir.kaur@randstad.com.sg

information technology

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Issue!

HeadHunt would like to say a Big “THANK YOU” to the following advertisers who had supported HeadHunt in the last 2 years.

3C Synergy • Accountant-General Department • Adecco Singapore • Aegis Recruitment • Agency for Science, Technology and Research • Aldan Global Resources • Allegro Development • Ambition • Anveron Consulting • Aquent • ARINC • Atlas Sound & Vision • AXA • BGC Group • Bloomberg • CA Search • Capita • Cargill • Carrots Consulting • Charterhouse Partnership • Chris Consulting • Cisco • Citibank • Civil Service College Singapore • Connected Group • Consult Group • Contact Recruitment • Crédit Agricole Corporate & Investment Bank • CrimsonLogic • Davos Life Science • Denise The Wine Shop • Derwent Executive • Dow Jones • DP Information Group • Drake • ECICS • eClerx Services • eFusion • Elite Global Partners • EMR Specialist Marketing Recruitment • Ericsson • Estée Lauder Cosmetics • Ezra Holdings • Fitness First Gym & Health Club • FiveTen Group • FMC Technologies • Focus Media Singapore • Focus -Talents Recruitment & Consulting Services • Frasers Centrepoint • Frost & Sullivan • GSI Executive Search • GuocoLand • Hays Specialist Recruitment • Hudson Singapore • Hydrogen Group • Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore • Ingersoll Rand • Institude of Certified Public Acccountants of Singapore • International Quality And Productivity Center • International SOS • Intraco Group • Inventa Technologies • IPS Group Asia • Jobs Culture • JTC Corporation • Judd Farris Recruitment • Kelly IT Resources • Kelly Selection • Keppel Corporation • Keppel Land • Kerry Consulting • Kofax Singapore • Lee Hecht Harrison • Luxasia Group • Manpower Inc • Marsh • Media Development Authority of Singapore • Mediatech Services • Mercer • Michael Page International • Microsoft Corporation • Millenium & Copthorne Hotels • Ministry of Defence Singapore • Ministry of Finance Singapore • Ministry of Foreign Affairs Singapore • Ministry of Health Singapore • Ministry of Information, Communication and the Arts Singapore • Ministry of Manpower Singapore • Mitsubishi Electric Asia Limited • Morgan McKinley • Morgan Stanley • MTV Asia LDC • Nanyang Technology University Singapore • National University of Singapore - MBA Business School • National Volunteer & Philanthropy Centre Singapore • NCS • NOR Offshore • nSearch Global • O Briens Irish Sandwich Bars • Optimum Solutions • Panasonic Asia Pacific • PeopleNet Associates • People's Association • Platts • Popular Holdings Limited • Profile • Profile Search & Selection • PUMA AG • Radiance Communications • Randstad • RecruitPlus Consulting • Rec2Rec • Reed Specialist Recruitment • RHB Bank Singapore • Robert Half • Robert Walters • Robinson Group • Rohde & Schwartz • SCOR Reinsurance Asia Pacific • SearchAsia Singapore • Société Générale • Singapore Polymer Corporation • Singapore Polytechnic • Singapore Sports Council • Singapore Workforce Development Agency • SMRT Corporation • Spring Group • SPRING Singapore • Strategic Search Partners • Talent2 • TalentMarché International • Team Savant • The Asian Banker • The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation • The Invisible Company • The PrimeStaff Group • The University of Chicago Graduate School of Business • TMC Education Corporation • Total HR Solutions • Trimech Technology •United Overseas Bank • Urban Redevelopment Authority • Vertex Global Resources • Wealth Management Resource Centre • World Fuel Services Singapore • Xcellink

To celebrate our 50th issue, we are offering the “1-for-1 Cheers Deal!” to all interested advertisers.

Below are some information about HeadHunt: • Executive recruitment publication targeting PMETs (professionals, managers, executives & technicians) earning a minimum salary of $50,000 per annum • Reaches out to over 100,000 experienced professionals every forthnight • 20,000 hardcopies are available at about 230 distribution points • Revamped job search website with features that include - Application Tracking System - Killer and Ranking Questions - Boolean CV Search - Micro-sites • Incorporates the use of social networking tools like Facebook, Twitter & LinkedIn into recruitment • Launched HeadHunt’s iPhone application

Do drop us an email at marketing@headhunt.com.sg or give us a buzz at 6334 4771 to know more about the “1-for-1 Cheers Deal!”.