HeadHunt Issue 71

MICA (P) 167/10/2010 • Classified Jobs: 6334 4771 • www.headhunt.com.sg

27 January - 09 Feburary 2011 (Issue 71)

30 Participating Firms Page 8 for more details

NEWS BITES Whip your punctuality into shape Minimum wage levels not feasible, government says Higher fixed wages may drive up costs for banks Incoherent business strategies bewilder employees Work-life harmony comes easy for civil servants

Top 50

Best Paying Jobs countdown Page 13

FEATURED JOBS

Assistant Head, Business Environment Page 04

Regional Financial Controller

Strategy Manager Page 06

Regional Alliance Manager Page 09

Supply Chain Commodity Manager Page 16

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SENIOR COMPENSATION & BENEFITS SPECIALIST DEFINE GROUP & REGIONAL STRATEGY Well known brand within FMCG. Set up a new strategy for the region. $150k - $200k.

This dynamic and well known FMCG organisation has strong branding in Asia Pacific and is considered an employer of choice within the region. A fantastic opportunity exists for a regional Compensation & Benefits Specialist.

Reporting to the Regional VP HR your main focus will be on emerging markets and defining the compensation and benefits strategy across the region and setting and implementing group policies. With extensive regional compensation and benefits experience, you have ideally worked at group level defining strategy and have faced the issues that come with dealing with different cultures and countries throughout Asia Pacific.

Applying your extensive experience you will be expected to develop proposals and clear initiatives and not only influence but follow through with implementation and execution.

If you have the right experience and attitude to work at a senior level please contact the consultant below.

Contact Ash Russell at ash.russell@hays.com.sg or +65 6303 0721.

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AVP PRODUCT CONTROLLERS HOLD A KEY ROLE WITH CUTTING EDGE FINANCIAL PRODUCTS Highly technical roles interacting with the latest exotic products.

Broad job scopes, pricing, valuations, new product approvals. $100k-$140k.

Our clients are some of the world’s largest banking groups, recognisable brand names and respected employers.

They offer a wide range of financial services and products and the crux of their operations fall in Europe, Asia and the Americas.

These roles require individuals with a hands-on and determined work style, high numeracy, ingenuity and the ability to build strong relationships. You will hold a key control post with managerial responsibilities, interfacing with traders, stakeholders, front and back office. As an experienced PC you will provide essential knowledge and ability in these areas.

With at least seven years experience, you are top 4 audit trained and are looking for your next PC challenge. You must have strong academics with top degrees, in-depth PC experience and a passion for financial products and PC. Contact Richard Bradshaw at richard.bradshaw@hays.com.sg or +65 6303 0150.

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Randstad HeadHunt Networking Party Hydrogen Robert Walters In the news Career Expert

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Top 50 Countdown A View from the Top IPS Group Payable and Purchasing Summit Capita Group Drake

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CA Search The GMP Group Lucasfilm Singapore

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PRIVATE WEALTH MANAGEMENT OPERATIONS EXPERT SERVICE THE COMPLEX & CHANGING NEEDS OF GLOBAL INVESTORS $80k - $110k Based in Singapore For more than 25 years this financial institution has enjoyed an established presence in Asia, a region that has become a focal point for international investors and businesses.

Since opening its first private wealth management centre in Singapore, they have been meeting the complex and changing needs of global investors. They provide a wide range of services that allow customers to benefit from Asia’s special features.

An opportunity now exists for a suitably experienced individual to take on the role of leading a team of 13 in daily trade processing and provide operational support to businesses - private wealth management and funding liquidity management. Apart from daily BAU, you will play an active role in evaluating new initiatives, system requirements, workflows, making recommendations to the business and implementing new processes/systems.

You will also manage staff and staff issues, including making recommendations on staffing needs and costs management. You will ensure that the operations unit’s needs are met efficiently, as well as review procedures to ensure they reflect any changes/new process.

With a diploma qualification, you have at least ten years experience working in a financial institution. Prior experience managing more than ten people is essential and good working knowledge of private banking products is an advantage.

GI CLAIMS TECHNICAL MANAGER PROVIDE STRATEGIC CLAIMS ADVICE TO SENIOR MANAGEMENT Singapore based.

High visibility role.

Competitive salary package.

One of the world’s largest insurance groups and a leader in providing life and general insurance products, this firm has a strong presence across Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. A new career opportunity exists for a technically strong claims executive to manage all elements of their GI claims operations in Singapore, including setting and implementing policy, risk frameworks, customer experience, cost management and audit.

You will be responsible for providing technical advice to senior managers in order to make strategic and tactical business decisions for the GI claims department. You will also implement and manage the defined processes and delivery performance levels against pre-determined benchmarks for costs, recovery performance, complaint levels and compliance.

This high visibility role requires strong technical knowledge combined with the ability to communicate that knowledge at all levels. With a degree and/or a professional insurance qualification, preferably CII or equivalent, you have a minimum of five years experience in claims operations. Additionally you will possess a sound understanding of all consumer lines claims with an emphasis on motor claims and vehicle repair processes.

Contact Christian Fischbach at christian.fischbach@hays.com.sg or +65 6303 0724.

Contact Cindy Tan at cindy.tan@hays.com.sg or +65 6303 0151.

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REGIONAL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER, HEALTHCARE LOGISTICS DRIVE BUSINESS GROWTH

SENIOR IT INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECT MANAGER FOCUS ON APAC REGION PROJECT DELIVERY

Global leading integrated supply chain solutions provider.

Excellent career progression and attractive remuneration.

This international supply chain solutions provider offers a suite of services and in-house expertise to deliver value across clients’ supply chains. Due to the rapid expansion of its operations in Asia, they are seeking an experienced sales professional to capitalise on the new opportunities presented by the emerging pharmaceutical industry.

You will develop relationships with new customers, provide advice for business review and support the Regional Account Director to leverage on the company’s suite of solutions and devise and implement sales strategies to ensure profitable growth of identified and potential accounts in Asia. You will lead internal functions to ensure the delivery of quality and consistent service levels that exceed customer expectations and conduct periodic customer analysis to identify customer trends and capitalise on new opportunities.

You are a degree holder, preferably in logistics, with at least five years of business development experience in the third-party logistics industry with a strong focus on the pharmaceutical industry. You possess strong communication and interpersonal skills and have a proven track record in selling to all levels within both internal and external customer organisations. You are conversant in Mandarin and are able to undertake extensive regional travels.

Contact Paul Seet at paul.seet@hays.com.sg or +65 6303 0722.

Global investment bank.

Long term contract.

Singapore based.

With a global network and an employee base of over 20,000, this top tier investment bank is out performing its competitors within Asia Pacific through strategic, aggressive growth initiatives.

Providing high-end infrastructure project delivery across Asia Pacific requires experience and focus. As a Senior Infrastructure Project Manager, you will setup, plan, deliver and close out all infrastructure project activities across the region as part of a dedicated team of infrastructure specialists.

We are looking for someone with strong project management skills alongside excellent voice, audio, video and network engineering fundamentals. A proven ability to manage resources, project cost and scope are required as is system engineering and fault finding experience to allow the delivery of large projects within tight timeframes.

Additionally we are looking for someone who has excellent communication and reporting skills in English as well as good attention to detail. The ability to deal with senior stakeholders as well as ground level staff is also important. Previous investment banking experience is required due to tight deadlines and formal PM methodology training such as Prince 2 or PMP Certification will see your application stand out from the crowd.

Successfully deliver large, varied infrastructure projects at a senior level with a regional focus and be recognised for doing so.

Contact Co Co at co.co@hays.com.sg or +65 6303 0154.

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Inspire Change_ Your dreams and ideas drive our nation_ At EDB, we create opportunities from nothing. It is our ability to think out of the box, together with our convictions that motivates us to achieve the impossible.

We are recruiting for the following positions. • Senior Office/ Assistant Head, Business Environment • Senior Officer/ Assistant Head, Finance • Senior Officer/ Assistant Head, Human Resources Please refer to www.sedb.com/careers for more details.

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shape your world of work Career Tip 2 – Get job search fit Have you been trawling through job ads but can’t seem to find the right fit? The first place to start is to consider your career expectations. Are you being realistic? If you’re not seasoned in your field of choice, look for positions that will help you to broaden your experience and skills.

You may not secure the exact job you want this time, but you will be one step up the career ladder and well-positioned for future opportunities.

To start shaping your world of work and partner with a team who’s dedicated to helping you get job search fit, contact Randstad on 6510 1350. www.randstad.com.sg

recruitment consultant — IT Commercial and banking verticals With a global network in 44 countries and presence in the local market for over 16 years, Randstad is well-placed to offer its employees a clear career path and excellent training and development.

Passionate, experienced and sales driven? Become part of our highly successful IT consulting team.

We require business savvy, professional people who know their industry sector and can offer our clients outstanding service. You will need to be self-managing with excellent client relationship skills and a desire to thrive in a sales culture. Ideally, you will possess either recruitment or IT sales experience.

Work with an industry leader that recognises and rewards individuals.

For further information, please contact Claire Smart on 6510 1358 or email claire.smart@randstad.com.sg

AR manager

senior FP & A

To $100K p.a.

Dynamic, fast–paced environment To $72K p.a.

Our global MNC client is one of the world’s leaders in storage devices and systems. As part of their expansion plans, they are seeking an experienced AR Manager.

As a member of the shared services (finance) team, you will analyse regional receivable accounts, drive performance improvements and optimise collection.

As a subject matter expert in the collection process and with the use of AR tools (SAP), you will map and design new business processes, redefine operating process metrics and re-engineer existing business processes.

Degree holders with 10+ years relevant working experience. Those with SAP general ledger software knowledge will be highly regarded.

For further information, please contact Sham Saat on 6510 1468 or email sham.saat@randstad.com.sg

A large MNC in the IT services industry is seeking a mature and ambitious FP&A specialist to join their team of six.

You will hold a relevant accounting/finance qualification, ideally with a CPA. With at least one year’s supervisory experience, you will maintain the full P&L, balance sheet, forecasts & budgets and monthly management reporting.

You will be required to travel occasionally to neighbouring countries. The right incumbent is a self-starter, dedicated to the task given and willing to roll up their sleeves to be hands on.

For further information, please contact Jee Kinnear Ong on 6510 1364 or email jee.kinnearong@randstad.com.sg

accounting

accounting

corporate banker

project manager — core banking

To $170K p.a. (+ bonus) A prestigious European bank, with global presence, has an immediate opening for a Corporate Banking Business Development Manager.

Reporting to the Regional Business Development Director, the role involves credit marketing and risk assessment of emerging corporates within SE Asia.

Ideally you will be a Degree holder with a minimum of three years corporate banking experience.

Dynamic banking relationship managers from a hunting background who are seeking to specialise are welcome to apply. Company has a fun working atmosphere with excellent career opportunities.

For further information, please contact Rajeev Kapur on 6510 1355 or email rajeev.kapur@randstad.com.sg

To $120K p.a. (+ bonus) Our client’s accelerated expansion in recent years has transformed itself into one of the top banks in the region.

This role will lead a project team to deliver projects on time and within budget. You will have previous knowledge of retail banking especially in customer system, deposit system, cheque clearing, interbank giro and liquidity management system.

If you aspire to be part of a highly regarded organisation where prospects are boundless, this may just be the job for you to realise your dreams.

For further information, please contact Gladys Tan on 6510 1367 or email gladys.tan@randstad.com.sg

banking

information technology

head of BD, Asia 50% travel To $200K (OTE) An international online IT organisation is seeking a Head of Business Development, Asia. Reporting to the Global Commercial Director, you will manage a regional team of six to increase market share through your banking network across Asia.

You will manage existing client relationships in addition to securing and developing new business opportunities through sales campaigns and fostering partnerships with ISP, publishers and advertisers.

Proven track record in sales, ability to communicate complex propositions and demonstrated competencies in tenders and project bidding.

For further information, please contact Richard Cornish on 6510 1359 or email richard.cornish@randstad.com.sg

executive

The HeadHunt Networking Party is a platform to mingle with recruiters and peers whilst exploring new career opportunities in a relaxed environment. Bringing together experienced executives and top-notch industry recruiters, HeadHunt Networking Party has helped executives further their careers since 2009.

Formerly known as the , these networking parties have garnered overwhelming response from jobseekers, recruiters alike and were widely reported in media outlets such as Channel NewsAsia, Business Times and TODAY.

NETWORKING PARTY DETAILS Date: 31st March 2011 (Thursday) Time: 6:15pm – 9:30pm Location: A Renowned Club As there are limited places, priority will be given to attendees who are: i) in a managerial position with at least 4 years working experience ii) in the following functions : Accounting / Banking / IT / Corporate Office.

There is a participation fee of $35 that includes club entry, 2 drink coupons & finger food.

This is a closed door event and only 400 guests will be invited.

Only successful applicants will be notified.

Confirmation slips will be sent out by 11th March 2011.

If you are keen to attend, please apply at www.headhunt.com.sg or email your resume to networking@headhunt.com.sg

Participating Firms:

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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 recruits across the professional disciplines of Finance & Accounting, Business Transformation & Technology, Legal, Oil & Gas and Power.

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 6597 5160

Algorithmic Trading Architect

Finance Change Project Manager

SGD $194,000 - $228,000 Singapore

SGD $165,000 - $220,000 Singapore

A top-tier global investment bank is seeking a candidate with a real passion for designing, developing and tuning real-time trading platforms for cash and interest rate products. You will be constructing the application layer, diving into operating systems and infrastructure specifics where necessary.

This role gives you the opportunity to lead a small, elite group of developers, working on cutting edge technologies to solve ultra low latency problems.

A global top tier investment bank has just released an opening for a Finance Change Project Manager due to the roll out of exciting front office initiatives. As a Finance Change Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading key projects throughout their full lifecycle, from design through to go-live stages, whilst maintaining excellent stakeholder relationships across front office and back office.

Requirements: • Core expertise in C++, Unix/ Linux and Agile methodologies • Proven experience in designing and building algorithmic trading systems • Familiar with statistical packages such as Matlab • Experienced in highly parallel computing and profiling application performance • Knowledge of FX market and trading venues is preferred Vacancy reference number: PP437720 For further information please contact: Huzer Imram +65 6597 5183 or huzerimram@hydrogengroup.com

Requirements: • 10+ years investment banking experience with involvement in key finance change projects • Strong understanding of financial products, particularly equity • Understanding of accounting systems and experience working alongside IT change • Accountancy qualification preferred (CPA, CIMA, ACA, ACCA) Vacancy reference number: PP435782 For further information please contact: Joanne Walker +65 6971 5174 or joannewalker@hydrogengroup.com

www.asia.hydrogengroup.com

Globalsearchspecialists Murex Business Analyst

Senior Project Manager

SGD $145,000 - $175,000 Singapore

HKD $800,000 - $1,200,000 Hong Kong

A top tier investment bank is looking for a Murex Business Analyst to play a vital role on a large projects team. Sitting within the front office treasury department, you will act as a link between business and technology for all Murex related matters. You will be responsible for all pre-project analysis and project execution across Treasury, Market Risk, Credit Risk, Operations and Finance. This is an excellent opportunity to gain project exposure within the bank’s various business units.

A top tier investment bank is seeking a Senior Project Manager to work on the development of their Asia Pacific strategy. Concentrating on client segmentation, the role involves the implementation of new pricing tariffs, client value propositions, business development and heavy involvement in acquisition.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain significant exposure to front office and multi-asset classes with a primary focus on equities.

Requirements: • 5+ years Murex business analysis experience • Murex implementation/ upgrade experience • Knowledge of FX derivatives, IRD, FX Spot/Fwd, MM, Equity & Equity Derivatives • Exposure working across front to back office • Treasury experience Vacancy reference number: PP428546 For further information please contact: Courtney Geldart +65 6597 5173 or courtneygeldart@hydrogengroup.com

Requirements • 5 - 10 years experience in wealth or private banking • Strong stakeholder management • Proven track record dealing with multiple sponsors • Front office exposure is advantageous Vacancy reference number: PP433375 For further information please contact: Clare Millington +65 6597 5177 or claremillington@hydrogengroup.com

Hydrogen Group Pte. Ltd. | 30 Cecil Street | #23-05/06 Prudential Tower | Singapore 049712 Email: asia@hydrogengroup.com | Tel: +65 6597 5160 | Fax: +65 6597 5161

Strategy Manager SGD $173,000 - $208,000 Singapore This is an excellent opportunity to join one of the worlds leading investment banks as a Strategy Manager. Working on a group level with internal clients and stakeholders, you will be involved in high level analysis, development, strategic change and review of the bank’s strategy across Asia. Your responsibilities will include independently structuring and executing project plans, conducting analysis and developing recommendations.

Requirements: • 6 - 9 years strategy planning experience from one of the top 4 consulting firms • Capital markets experience (equity and debt) • MBA in a highly reputable university • Strong stakeholder management Vacancy reference number: PP436141 For further information please contact: Pawan Kumar Lalchand +65 6597 5170 or pawanlalchand@hydrogengroup.com

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Whip your punctuality into shape

CAREER EXPERT

Global - Do you always find that you’re always running late for work or the last one to arrive at a meeting? Ever wondered how your colleagues always seem to be prompt for all their meetings something which just seems to elude you?

Here are a few tips which may just help you become more organised: - Give yourself an incentive, or disincentive Whenever you arrive early to the office, reward yourself with an small incentive, such as a bigger cup of coffee. Or alternatively, one of the best ways to start off the day is spending some time organising your desk and planning out your work for the rest of the day. That way, instead of starting the work all frantic, you would be able to be fully prepared for a full day of work.

- Tools at your fingertips If you have trouble remembering dates and schedules, use tools and resources that can help plan your day for you. If you do not like the idea of carrying around a physical planner with you, one good resource is Google Calendar. As the information is stored online, it can be easily accessed online and synced with most smartphones as well.

On the flip side, you could also set yourself small penalties for your tardiness. Make a deal with a friend or colleague that for every time you are late, you would have to pay a dollar or two to a charity of your friend’s choice.

- Remember what your punctuality says about you Always keep in mind that most people can usually allow for one or two slip-ups in meetings.

However, this may be perceived as a character flaw or sloppiness when a person is habitually late.

Dear Chris, I’ve read a lot about skill shortages and that many candidates are now receiving multiple offers. Can you please tell if this is the case within Human Resources?

I have worked in the industry for the past 8 years and have applied for half a dozen roles in the past few months but am yet to receive a single offer. Having started my job search before the bonus period I thought that I would have a much better chance of securing a new job. Do you have any advice?

Thank you, Marpy

In the news

Dear Marpy,

Minimum wage levels not feasible, government says Singapore - The Singapore government recently shot down calls for a minimum wage policy, citing Hong Kong and Taiwan as countries that were beset with problems after implementing minimum wage policies.

During recent Parliamentary debates, Manpower Minister Gan Kim Yeong reiterated that minimum wage would not work in Singapore. In Hong Kong, he said, an estimated 100,000 low-wage workers are likely to lose their jobs after the minimum wage policy was implemented. This impact is likely to be worsened during an economic crisis as bosses would be more inclined retrench them as companies are unable to adjust their salaries, Gan added.

Instead, Gan said the best solution would be the current Workfare policy as it helps low-income workers earn a higher income, while ensuring their job safety as this cost is borne by the government.

Incoherent business strategies bewilder employees Global - Do you feel as though you can’t understand your company’s priorities and business strategies? You might not be alone.

According to a recent global conducted by global management consultant firm Booz & Company, a majority of the 1,813 respondents say their companies lack coherence and is unable to establish a clear strategy that differentiates it from the business. In fact, a majority (52%) say they do not feel as if their company’s strategy will lead to success.

This lack in coherence may be a costly affair for organisations’ bottom lines. Research from Booz & Company found companies with greater levels of “coherence,” where executives claim that strategy, capabilities, and product offerings are aligned will perform better.

A majority (65%) of executives also said their biggest frustration factor is having too many conflicting priorities in their role. This is also why

57% of executives say their biggest challenges are ensuring that day-to-day decisions are in line with the company strategy.

Higher fixed wages may drive up costs for banks Singapore - The move towards boost fixed salaries for employees in the local banking sector is of concern for Standard Chartered Bank Asia.

In an interview with Business Times, the bank’s CEO Jaspal Bindra said that several banks have increased their fixed component of employees’ salaries. While salaries will remained unchanged overall, when it comes to competing for talent, there would be a certain segment of employees attracted and motivated by a large fixed component.

Should this trend persist, there is a risk of driving overall fixed costs for the banking sector, he added.

With more than 50 percent of most Standard Chartered Bank’s employees’ compensation in the variable, Bindra said this strategy has been very positive for the organisation, as it gives the company full leverage in linking compensation to performance.

Work-life harmony comes easy for civil servants Singapore - Singapore civil servants are now better able to juggle their family and work commitments than before, said Teo Chee Hean, Minister-in-charge of the Civil Service.

Responding to a question in parliament recently, Teo said that this finding was garnered from a biennial survey in 2009. The survey found that civil servants are becoming increasingly more aware of the various work-life practices and policies in their organisations.

The survey also found that 53% of civil servants say their agencies were successful in helping their employees achieve work-harmony, an increase from 46% in 2005. More civil servants also reported that they “were able to find time for family, friends, and things they enjoy doing”.

Career Expert

In the news

Compiled by Lisa Cheong

Thank you for your question.

There are skill shortages across many industries, including Human Resources. The good news is recruitment activity is expected to pick up dramatically this quarter. While you started your job search before bonuses were paid, many employers are only just recruiting now for new roles as they were put on hold at the end of last year due to headcount issues.

Candidate levels will more than likely rise this quarter for a number of reasons. Besides the traditional mentality of seeking a new role in a New Year and waiting until bonuses have been paid, more people are now far more confident in the market’s ability to present them with a solid career-advancing opportunity.

Despite this rise, the demand for certain specialist skills will not be met.

HR skills in high demand this quarter include: Many companies within the commerce and industry sector are restructuring their HR departments according to the ‘Centre of Excellence’ model which is creating demand for HR Business Partners. Strategic generalists will be highly regarded.

The financial services HR industry has reopened the recruitment doors following a dry period over the last quarter, and the hotspots are now at the more senior end for

Talent Managers and Learning and Development (L&D) professionals to focus on employee engagement, up skilling high potentials, and ensuring retention.

Regional roles are another hotspot as always due to the strategic location of Singapore, and global organisations setting up their regional hubs.

There will also be another burst of new vacancies in April following bonus payouts.

With skill shortages becoming more prevalent, we are advising employers to be more open-minded when it comes to a candidate’s background as HR skills are extremely transferable into different industries and we are finding that some employers are already being more flexible.

In order to maximise your job search, a recruiting expert in HR can help you identify the right opportunities for you, and put you forward for vacancies you are suitable for. If you are not the successful candidate, your recruitment consultant will give you feedback from the company as to why you were not selected. If you are the lucky one, your consultant will negotiate to secure you the package you are after, without jeopardising the offer of employment.

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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by Median Monthly Gross Wage

1

Managing Director

15,000

2

General Managers

11,500

3

Foreign Exchange Dealer & Broker

10,562

4

Company Director

10,000

5

Hydrographic Surveyor

6

General Physician

8,830

7

Legal Service Manager

7,940

8

Information Technology Auditor

7,525

9

Marine Superintendent (Deck)

7,400

10

Computer & Information Systems Manager

7,131

11

Operations Manager (Finance)

7,000

12

Lawyer (Except Advocate & Solicitor)

7,000

13

Engineering Manager

6,950

14

Computer Operations & Network Manager

6,780

15

Risk Management Manager

6,646

16

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6,578

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6,416

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6,300

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Nokia Siemens Networks has an open, direct and can-do culture. It boils down to the strong leadership teams that we have across the regions who firmly believe in these three attributes and in displaying them in the way they work and the way they communicate with their teams.

Gross Wage ($)

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Are there any specific skills one would need to work in the telecommunications industry?

As a multi-billion MNC we draw expertise from many disciplines including Electrical and Telecommunications, Engineering, Sales and Marketing, Energy, Systems Integration and software. It is about what the candidate can offer to the company in terms of skills set and experience.

What is the most common error you see job candidates making when applying for a job at your company?

Key elements that hiring managers look for in a candidate is honesty and an aptitude to learn.

‘Canned’ answers without the substance to back up the claim are not a great start to an interview.

One trait you look out for in potential hires?

Hunger to achieve.

One personal trait which has led to your career success?

What you see is what you get. I believe that the way to earn credibility is to walk the talk, and lead by example and also admit when you get it wrong.

Best career advice you’ve ever received?

“That what makes you different makes you valuable”.

Monthly Gross Wage: This refers to the sum of basic wage, overtime payments, commissions, allowances, service points and other regular cash payments. However, it excludes employer’s CPF contributions, bonuses, stock options, other lump sum payments and payment-in-kind.

Median Wage: This refers to the wage at which one half of the employees earn below or at that amount Notes: (1) Some detailed occupations are not listed to maintain confidentiality of information provided by respondents.

Source: Report on Wages in Singapore, 2009. Manpower Research and Statistical Department, Ministry of Manpower

What was one of your biggest challenges that you’ve faced in your career?

One of the most challenges tasks that I have worked on from the Human Resources

perspective is the formation of Nokia Siemens Networks through the joint venture of Nokia’s Networks business group and Siemens’ carrierrelated operations for fixed and mobile networks.

Over 60,000 employees from Nokia and Siemens across the regions and from the manufacturing and development centers had to be integrated.

Integration of such a scale is a time-consuming and strenuous process. Massive coordination and discussions with different functions such as business, IT, real estate and communications are required to ensure a smooth integration.

Aside from this, it is important that we retain the brains and communicate regularly, within legal guidance, on what employees can expect and the timeline for the integration milestones.

The joint venture also brings to the table different best practices and cultures from both organisations. We had to figure out the best combination to form Nokia Siemens Networks’ culture. This we did through open discussions together with representatives from Nokia and Siemens, and we involved employees to participate in defining Nokia Siemens Networks’ culture. About 15,400 employees participated in this exercise and subsequently, five Nokia Siemens Networks’ values were born: - Focus on customer - Communicate openly - Innovate - Inspire - Win together Employees’ engagement and involvement are critical for an integration/merger, and this is what makes the Nokia and Siemens’ integration and Nokia Siemens Networks a success. At Nokia Siemens Networks, we practice what we preach.

How can employees make a lasting impression on you at work?

I look for people who take personal responsibility for whatever they do, learn from their mistakes and are always trying to improve.

Describe a typical day for you at work.

Most days, I’m up at 6 AM with the family. I begin work at 8, and reach home at 6.30 pm. I make sure I spend quality time with my family - dinner and bath time with kids. Then it’s off for European conference calls from 7.30pm. I’m in bed by 10pm.

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An international insurance group seeks a Head of Bancassurance to lead their team in Singapore. Reporting to the Chief Distribution Officer, you will recruit, train, and lead a team of Bancassurance Specialists to be based in the assigned branches. With knowledge of insurance products, financial planning principles and processes, you will also possess formal insurance qualifications (M5, M8, M9, CHI etc). You must be able to establish and sustain good working relationships with the key stakeholders in the Bancassurance business, including the Bank’s Bancassurance Managers, Branch Managers & Relationship managers to ensure that mutual targets are achieved.

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www.capitagrp.com EXECUTIVE SEARCH | TECHNOLOGY | BANKING | BUSINESS SUPPORT

Assistant Vice President, Market Risk

Regional Recruitment Manager

($100K - $120K p.a.)

($80K - $100K p.a.)

Responsibilities: • Responsible to implement a comprehensive and practical enterprise wide risk management (ERM) framework.

• Work closely with Group Treasury and business units to ensure that all material market risks are identified, measured, managed and reported in accordance with the risk management framework and policies.

• Evaluate daily trading activities including marked to market and monitoring of counterparty risk exposures.

• Develop model to quantify the market risk exposures of the Group and its business units.

• Analyze and provide prompt update to Management on emerging or significant price patterns and trends.

• Evaluate, summarize and prepare the reporting of market risk exposures including performing stress testing and scenario analysis.

• Review and improve the Group’s risk management controls and practices.

• Develop risk management polices to manage the Group market risk exposures.

Responsibilities: • Manage and ensure recruitment objectives, metrics and timelines are adhered to consistently for managing recruitment, selection, communication and system accuracy/compliance.

• Oversee all APAC recruitment ensuring roles are filled within agreed recruitment timelines.

• Provide advice and guidance to hiring managers in relation to recruiting, selecting, recruitment processes, methods of resourcing and recruitment legislation.

• Review and analyse recruitment surveys and effectively implement improvements for the team.

• Lead, manage and motivate the APAC recruitment team of about 4 on a day to day basis ensuring a supportive working relationship with the team is provided.

• Manage and maintain Development Plans and objectives for all team members, identify training and development needs, together with the skills and experience required for growth, providing coaching in learning new skills.

Requirements: • Degree with 5 years relevant experience in an asset management/financial institution or trading organization.

• In depth understanding on market risk concepts, methodologies and data flows from front to back office.

• In depth knowledge of financial market, financial instruments including derivatives and market risk methodologies.

• Strong Excel skills, VBA and database knowledge.

Requirements: • 7 years experience in the recruitment industry with at least 4 years working in an internal corporate environment; strong management experience with emphasis on motivating and leading a successful team, performing against measurable recruitment targets.

• Advanced Excel skills to review, analyze and present data effectively and PowerPoint to produce presentation and meeting materials.

• 3-4 years experience using an internal Applicant Tracking Recruitment System including implementation, management and audit of data.

To apply, please email your CV to headhunt@capitagrp.com with HEADHUNT in the subject.

Do contact us at +65 6603 8020 for more details.

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Do contact us at +65 6603 8026 for more details.

Assistant Finance Manager

Senior Consolidation Accountant

($60K - $80K p.a.)

($70K – $90K p.a.)

Responsibilities: • Monitor the finance operation and month-end closing for Singapore and Malaysia offices.

• Prepare periodic financial reports.

• Prepare business analysis and management reports.

• Handle financial planning and coordinate interim / year-end audit.

• Handle GST reporting and oversee compliance.

• Assist with SOX implementation.

Responsibilities: • Supervise financial operations to ensure month-end closing activities and financial management reports for the Group are completed timely.

• Consolidate group results - tracking closing timeline for presentation of financial position to shareholders.

• Manage costing, budgeting and variance analysis and advise management with analysis, planning and assist in executing corporate goals.

• Prepare/Review GST/VAT returns and tax computation (WHT).

• Liaising with external auditors and responsible for preparation of statutory accounts.

• Liaise with Tax agents on filing and reporting of the Group to local authorities.

Requirements: • Qualified CPA with at least 5 years relevant experience (at least 2 years in supervisory capacity).

• Familiar with GST reporting.

• Proficient in English and Excel.

• Experience in using Oracle Financials would be an advantage.

• Occasional travelling to Malaysia is required.

To apply, please email your CV to headhunt@capitagrp.com with HEADHUNT in the subject.

Do contact us at +65 6603 8023 for more details.

Requirements: • Degree in Accountancy, Finance or ACCA qualification with 8 years of relevant experience in financial accounting, and at least 4 years relevant experience working in a Big 4 audit firm preferred.

• Highly motivated with the ability to exercise sound business judgment and discretion.

• Able to meet tight deadlines, work independently and efficiently.

• IT Savvy, proficient in MS Office and has hands on experience of ACCPAC software preferred.

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P3 • Drakewize • Executive Search • Permanent & Temp Recruitment • Career Management • HR Solutions

Market Manager, S.E.A. We represent an international fresh produce grower / distribution company that has been in the industry for over 80 years. Located in over 10 countries, this organisation has grown from strength to strength and is now one of the world’s most profitable organisations in their industry.

Due to an internal promotion, our client is now hiring a proactive and diligent Market Manager to handle Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam and Philippines in addition to other upcoming markets. Once in the role, the immediate tasks of the successful candidate are: • Strategize, plan and implement a comprehensive and workable Sales & Marketing plan for each country in the portfolio • Set out objectives with various milestones while outlining supporting action, resources and specific strategy • Develop and maintain strong and enduring partnerships with stakeholders, distribution partners and key customers • Work closely with counterparts in various global locations and evaluate consumer research while planning marketing budgets for the Southeast Asian region • Manage produce allocation and distribution ensuring a balance • Encouraging performance monitoring and 360 feedback with internal and external customers • Ensuring brand consistency while taking into account cultural and economic considerations

The ideal candidate has: • A Degree in business or marketing • Prior experience dealing with fresh produce or perishables • Prior project management experience in a senior level of an FMCG company • Minimum 3 years living and working in an Asian country • Ability to speak at least one major Asian language

To register your interest, please contact Nina Hendriks at +65 6531 0513 or visit www.drakejobs.com.sg and apply to job reference SG2425NH000020.

IT Manager (ERP Implementation) Our client is a well-established MNC in the Oil and Gas Industry. As the company continues to expand their Asia Pacific regional activities, they are seeking energetic, dynamic and self-motivated individuals to join their growing organization.

Responsibilities: • Lead and manage the IT department and IT-related functions of the company • Ensure the operational availability of servers, network infrastructure and applications at all times • Coordinate with other departments in order to ensure network resources are ready in time, including supporting, coordinating and facilitating all the necessary processes in place • Analyse business/ operational issues and requirements and provide solutions to achieving the business needs and objectives of the company • Support and manage the change and implementation of ERP System • Continually evaluate and improve the IT, IT-related and network systems of the Company for greater cost and work efficiencies • Establish and maintain SOPs for better IT governance and work processes • Manage multiple ERP systems in support for countries in Asia Pacific region

Requirements: • Degree in IT related disciplines or equivalent • At least 5 years of IT experience with 3 years experience in managerial roles preferably in manufacturing industry • Must have proficient IT Corporate System • Must have strong background in IT infrastructure • Good people management skills, interpersonal skills and problem-solving skills • Must have experience with ERP, servers and networking systems • Good communication skills (both oral and written) • Traveling to Asia Pacific regions required

To register your interest, please contact Shirlin Tan at +65 6531 0514, or visit www.drakejobs.com.sg and apply to job reference SG1069ST000016.

Regional Alliance Manager A global player in IT and Solutions industry is embarking on an aggressive growth plan in order to enlarge its presence in Singapore. They are hiring a Regional Alliance Manager to design and deliver their regional business development activities.

Responsibilities: • Design and deliver regional business development activities for the systematic development of local, regional and global partnerships with Systems Integrators and IT Outsourcers.

• Create incremental sales opportunities within Fortune Global 500 and Local Major Account customers in the APAC region.

• Support local and regional sales teams in achieving pre-set revenue targets and KPIs from System Integrator alliance activities.

• Define the regional sales and engagement strategy to and with System Integrators & Alliance Partners and help to deliver successful outcomes.

• Consult and engage Fortune Global 500, Focused Account and high profile MA customers in APAC region.

• Support Technology Consultants/ Specialists in each Operating Company and interface effectively with their global counter-parts situated in other company regions.

Requirements: • Degree in a business or technical discipline.

• Min. 5 years of relevant experience in similar business related functions such as IT Management/ Bid Management/ Business Process and Cost Analysis with a System Integrator provider.

• Deep understanding of IT environments including demands, structure and working methodology of corporate IT departments and network architects.

• Possess define and proven management skills honed in the field of Alliance Management.

• Excellent skills in sales (overall) and outstanding ability in influencing others.

• Communication and leadership skills that go beyond the expected to ensure buy in from a culturally diverse group of specialist embedded in each Asia Pacific country.

• Must be an individual that can function well in a close-knit team of regional specialists.

• Articulate in and comfortable with all aspects and its associated language in finance, IT, sales, management and leadership.

• Good networker with the ability to motivate others.

To register your interest, please contact Shirlin Tan at +65 6531 0514 or visit www.drakejobs.com.sg and submit your CV to job reference SG1069ST000013.

Cognos Developer We represent an international leading provider of both digital audio and video tools for entertainment and information applications. With over 20 years experience in the market, their products are widely used by a huge variety of global customers such as film, content producers, news broadcasters and consumers. Due to an expansion plan in the APAC region, they are actively looking for an experienced Cognos Developer to be part of their global BI team.

Responsibilities: • Build and improve business intelligence systems by translating business requirements into robust, scalable, and supportable solutions that work effectively within the company’s overall system architecture.

• Build, maintain and support solutions using Cognos framework manager, report studio, query studio and analysis studio.

• Participate in full development cycle from design and implementation to documentation and maintenance.

• Ensure effective and clear communications between users/customers and IT teams • Ensuring Change Control procedures for on-going changes/enhancements/projects • Liaison with cross-functional project teams – across geographies • Maintain operational procedures around supported environments • On-call support for emergency outages. Drive support optimization and reduce repeat tickets. Work closely with team members to meet customer SLAs as well as project deadlines.

• Ensure Sarbanes Oxley 404 Compliance and assist with external audits • Champion the ideals of consistent global processes and help the business focus on this strategy.

Requirements: • Minimum 4-5 years industry experience as Cognos Business Intelligence Developer required.

• Expert in Cognos Business Intelligence administration and development including Cognos report studio, query studio, analysis studio and Business Event manager.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field.

• Expert in Structured Query Language (SQL) • Excellent verbal and written communication skills • A record of successful delivery of Cognos Business Intelligence Solutions • 2 Years working with relational database required • ETL knowledge and development experience a plus • Knowledge of Dimensional Modeling and Cognos planning experience are an added advantage

To register your interest, please contact Tiffany Wong at +65 6531 0518 or visit www.drakejobs.com.sg and apply to job reference SG1069TW000010.

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Outperform Oracle DBA Our Client, a producer of engineered mechanical fasteners, has been in the industry for over 80 years. Due to a migration of data from the U.S. office to Singapore, the position for an Oracle DBA to join their expanding organisation.

If you are looking for CAREER advancement, and fit the following requirements, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities: • Responsible for implementation, maintaining and improvements on projects • Handles all security related requests (active directory, network, application access,etc) • Perform report customization from DSS • Handles datafeed from various ERP systems to DSS • Responsible for Unix Security • Updating listing of security and access matrix • Ensure data & information are uploaded to DSS

Requirements: • Degree in IT • Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in implementation of projects • Great knowledge of Oracle database and Business Intelligence • Familar with ERP systems such as QAD, SAP, etc • Working knowledge of security management (active directory) • Knowledge of Hyperion would be an added advantage • Ability to communicate with various levels within the organisation • Able to work in a cross-culture environment

To register your interest, please contact Christine Choy at +65 6531 0517 or visit www.drakejobs.com.sg and apply to job reference SG1069CC000012.

Advance Solutions Manager A leading Oil & Gas and Process Automation MNC from USA with over 120,000 staff and more than 200 manufacturing facilities worldwide is expanding rapidly and aggressively in the Asia Pacific region. We are seeking on their behalf, suitable and qualified candidates to fill the Advance Solutions Manager position, based in Singapore with regional responsibilities.

Responsibilities: • Identify, qualify and propose complete suite of Process Enhancement Solutions to meet clients’ operation excellence requirements • Formulate and implement business development strategies and plans to deliver advanced solutions proposal in view of improving client’s business performance with state of art advanced technologies • Keep abreast of client’s short to long term operations requirements as well as competitor’s edge in order to develop a definite advantage for company’s advanced solutions • Work closely with the sales development and service support team to provide advanced automation expertise and solutions to clients • Champion and provide consultancy for advanced technologies for sales force in the Asia Pacific region.

Requirements: • Degree in Engineering with 5 to 10 years of experience in the Process Control Industry with strong knowledge of Advanced Solutions for Process Industries • Excellent interpersonal, presentation and communication skills • Regional Sales / Marketing / Business Development experience in the process automation market To register your interest, please contact Jeannie Tan at +65 6531 0516 or visit www.drakejobs.com.sg and apply to Job Reference SG1069JT000021.

Sales Development Manager A leading Oil & Gas and Process Automation MNC from USA with over 120,000 staff and more than 200 manufacturing facilities worldwide is expanding rapidly and aggressively in the Asia Pacific region. We are seeking on their behalf, suitable and qualified candidates to fill the Advance Solutions Manager position, based in Singapore with regional responsibilities.

Responsibilities: • Manage the sales excellence training program in Asia Pacific and promote the usage the company’s solution selling tools • Lead the delivery of training courses for Asia Pacific sales and marketing force on new product features and technology as required with each and upcoming major release • Facilitate the delivery of training courses by engaging Subject Matter Experts in the areas of industry application and engaging external consultants in the area of strategic selling • Develop product demos and related training courses for the Asia Pacific sales force. Enhance the selling skills of all sales/marketing force in using demo equipment and sales tools for strategic selling • Travel to Asia Pacific area sales organizations and customers on regular basis. Proactively develop and communicate product strategies as appropriate.

• Provide marketing and technical support for sales activities in various countries. Work with personnel responsible for these activities to deliver pre-sales product and technical support. Maintain an in-depth understanding of the product and technology related to it.

• Maintain and constantly improve the demo system and its configuration in order to support regional sales and marketing activities Requirements: • Degree in Engineering with 5 to 10 years of sales and marketing experience in the instrumentation and control system environment.

• Strong Technical knowledge of Distributed Control System and its latest trends and developments in DCS technology • Strong inter-personal and communication skills.

To register your interest, please contact Jeannie Tan at +65 6531 0516 or visit www.drakejobs.com.sg and apply to Job Reference SG1069JT000022.

Sales Manager, South East Asia & Taiwan A leading Oil & Gas and Process Automation MNC from USA with over 120,000 staff and more than 200 manufacturing facilities worldwide is expanding rapidly and aggressively in the Asia Pacific region. We are seeking on their behalf, suitable and qualified candidates to fill the Advance Solutions Manager position, based in Singapore with regional responsibilities.

Responsibilities: • Achieve and exceed sales and profitability targets set for the region’s Power and Water Solutions business • Pursue strategic projects, provide technical solutions & pursuit strategies and apply the tools and methodologies utilized by the company and division wide.

• Work closely with the in-country sales teams to further develop and improve the sales by identifying development and closing needs, e.g. through training, provision of tools and coaching.

• Work with the in-country sales and marketing teams to plan and implement promotional seminars.

• Gather and provide feedback and market input to the marketing team on competitive price situation and competitors’ positions in the respective countries.

Requirements: • Degree in Engineering with 7 to 10 years of sales experience in the process control industry • Strong analytical and questioning skills coupled with ability to develop and implement strategies.

• Excellent inter-personal skills with good business acumen.

To register your interest, please contact Jeannie Tan at +65 6531 0516 or visit www.drakejobs.com.sg and apply to Job Reference SG1069JT000023.

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• Ongoing monitoring of financial performance/covenants to identify any deteriorating signs of the assets and develop appropriate action plans • Prepare credit reports to provide management with regular updates of project status • Conduct annual review on the portfolio as well as perform financial analysis, including cash-flow projection, financial modeling and sensitivity studies • Appropriate portfolio and research analysis to assess the trends in the relevant sectors/markets • Presentation of waiver/amendment requests to Management/Credit Committee

• Co-ordinate & perform full spectrum of banking business audit of designated departments within Singapore Branch or overseas branches • Identify discrepancies, weaknesses, regulatory or risk issues • Prepare corresponding reports, suggesting corrective actions or value-added recommendations according to Best Practice when applicable

Pre-requisites: • Degree with at least 5 years of relevant credit experience handling large corporates or Project Finance deals • Possess restructuring, analytical, sound communication and interpersonal skills.

Pre-requisites: • University Graduate or CIA or CPA with at least 5 to 7 years of relevant internal/external audit experience preferably with a bank or MAS • Experience within an Operational Risk or Internal Controls function will be an added advantage • Ability to commit to some travel around the region

Contact: Lorraine, Consultant - Banking Email: banking@ca-search.com Job reference: CA062

Contact: Leo Anderson, Director - Banking Email: banking@ca-search.com Job reference: CA063

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HR Business Partner – Asia Pacific

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A Global Financial Institution

• Promote Structured Finance Products including Securitization, Structured Lease, and Receivables Factoring, etc., for target clients in cooperation with Relationship Managers • Structure and execute deals with initiative through negotiation with clients, external counsels and the other related parties • Guide junior staff

• Provide strategic leadership to the Business Unit on human resource initiatives and employment related topics • Provide direction and guidance to the VP, department heads, supervisors and employees on policies, procedures and personnel related matters such as performance management, employee development plans, employee action plans and disciplinary actions • Be an expert in the performance management process ensuring leadership understanding in the power of performance and capability, ensuring optimization of Futures in terms of utilization and reportage

Pre-requisites: • Degree in Business/ Banking/ Finance/ Accountancy • Min 5 years of experience in Structured Finance and/or related business in the banking environment • Familiar with International Accounting Standard and/or legal framework related to Structured Finance (Preferred) • Strong negotiation and documentation skills in English

Pre-requisites: • Degree holder with at least 8 years of experience in the following HR areas: employee relations, compensation and benefits, employment practices, employee development and training

Contact: Mei, Consultant - Banking Email: banking@ca-search.com Job reference: CA064

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Lucasfilm Singapore produces digital animated content for film and television, visual effects for feature films and multi-platform games. The studio officially opened its doors in October 2005 and is currently home to more than 470 employees.

We currently have openings for:

Senior Accountant You will assist the Finance Manager in corporate accounting duties relating to General Ledger (G/L), Accounts Payable (A/P), Fixed Assets (F/A) and cost accounting. You will also be responsible for coordinating the monthly close of the general ledger and prepare journal entries, manage import of financial data within Oracle A/P; G/L and Projects modules, review monthly payroll and yearly IR8A prepared by outsourced payroll vendor and check & verify staff reimbursement claims/petty cash and payments prepared by the GL Accountant are in accordance to company policies.

You should have obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting or ACCA; and have at least 4 years of related accounting experience prior to assignment; previous entertainment industry production accounting experience preferred. Prior audit experience will be an added advantage. Prior work experience in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment with demanding and occasionally conflicting priorities.

Production Accountant The Production Accountant is responsible for the budgeting, forecasting and analysis of the visual effects department. The individual would provide general and specialized analysis support as needed. You will assist Producers in preparing budgets and Estimated Final Cost Reports and performs forecasting and comprehensive analysis to identify opportunities and risks through financial and operating examination.

You should have obtained a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and/or training with 2 to 4 years of related accounting experience prior to assignment; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous episodic series and feature animation or feature film experience preferred. Strong computer skills and proficiency in Windows, Excel, and MS Word required. Confidentiality, diplomacy, discretion, versatility, and reliability are critical to success in this role.

HR Generalist Under limited supervision, the role involves providing support for the full spectrum of HR function, offering value-added service to internal customers in a fast paced environment.

You will research on and provide information to management and employees on HR policies and procedures, provide support in the relocation of non-local employees and in the area of compensation, assisting in preparing offer specs for employees on short-term transfers. Furthermore, you will assist in the planning of ad-hoc learning and development training programs for the organization and be HR partner for one of the divisions in the company.

You should have at least 7 years as a HR Generalist in a MNC fast paced environment, sometimes under pressure, remaining flexible, proactive, resourceful and efficient. You should also have the ability to demonstrate a high level of professionalism, confidentiality and maturity in interacting and communicating effectively with an international team. You should be a very people oriented, but yet able to strike a good balance between meeting the objectives of the organization and those of the employees.

Assistant Facilities Manager The Assistant Facilities Manager is responsible for achieving appropriate, cost-effective and efficient delivery of facilities maintenance and providing a safe, healthy and comfortable work environment for all employees. You will provide support in sourcing for alternative or new contractors/vendors that are able to provide better level of service at the same or better cost efficiency and provide a platform for handling internal customer complaints in an appropriate & efficient manner . You will also supervise contractors in the maintenance and repair of building, M&E services, ACMV services, security equipments, procurement of furnishings and management of minor repair and alteration projects.

You should have at least 5 years in workplace services in a fast paced environment or MNC with experience in working with external vendors and building contractors with ability to appropriately interact and work effectively with people of all levels.

IT Service Desk Supervisor This position will supervise the IT Service Desk that is responsible for providing support for a multiple production digital arts facility; responding to telephone, e-mail, and OTRS requests for IT assistance. You will be responsible for managing the day-to-day Service Desk operations, which include ensuring basic user problems are resolved in a timely fashion with a high-level of customer service, and more difficult problems are routed to the appropriate IT personnel. You will need to interface with all other IT Operations Support Groups to address issues beyond the break/fix scope and directly administer the Remedy ticket workflow and maintain metrics on Service Desk operations.

You should have at least 6 – 8 years of experience in providing computer technical support over the phone with 3 years in a Supervisory position.

You should have experience managing the daily tasks of a technical support Help Desk, supervising and scheduling employees’ daily activities as well as seeing longer-range projects through to completion. ITIL certification is essential.

Media Systems Engineer You will be responsible for the overall support and well being of media systems and infrastructure within an Animation Studio, including development, installation, and frontline technical support to end users and other technical staff.

You should have at least 3-4 years experience as a media systems support engineer within film, TV, or video post production facility with experience with building and supporting edit systems including Avid Media Composer Nitris DX, Avid Unity, Final Cut Studio.

Log onto http://jobs.lucasfilm.com, search for the role that you are interested in and Login/create a profile to apply.

Given the quantity of resumes we receive, we will not able to contact people individually with specific feedback.

We regret that only short-listed candidates will be notified. Lucasfilm Singapore does not accept agency resumes.

Please do not forward any unsolicited resume to Lucasfilm Singapore employees or email alias.

Lucasfilm Singapore is not responsible for any agency fees.