New College Graduate, Strategic Integration Project Lead (with Master's Degree)

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Position Summary:

We are seeking an exceptional Master’s graduate with strong analytical, organizational and communication skills to join as Strategic Integration Project Lead in support of our Senior Vice President and his leadership team. In this high-visibility role, you will play a key part in driving alignment and integration across multiple sub-organizations.

This is a rare opportunity for a high-potential early-career professional to operate at the intersection of strategy, execution and executive leadership, gaining broad exposure across technical and operational domains.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Integration & Coordination:

• Support the orchestration of cross-functional initiatives and identify synergies across sub-organizations
• Build lightweight governance structures and track key programs with a strategic lens

Executive-Level Communication:

• Develop polished executive presentations, dashboards and strategic summaries that synthesize complex data into clear insights
• Act as a thought partner in crafting communication materials for SVP-level engagements

Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Work with technical and business leaders to gather inputs, track progress and support cross-team alignment
• Help connect dots across initiatives, surfacing issues and opportunities

Strategic Analysis & Problem-Solving:

• Conduct structured analysis on key business or operational issues and recommend data-driven actions
• Support strategic planning activities, including business reviews and operational roadmaps

Special Projects:

• Lead or contribute to high-priority, cross-functional projects as directed by the SVP and his leadership team

• Master’s Degree (fresh graduate) in Business Administration (MBA) or equivalent postgraduate degree, with strong interest in business operations, program management, and strategy from a top-tier university
• Engineering background is a plus, but not mandatory
• Demonstrated excellence in academics, leadership roles, internships or research projects
• Strong capability in structuring problems, synthesizing information and communicating insights clearly
• High proficiency with Powerpoint and Excel; familiarity with project management tools is a plus
• Ability to work independently, manage ambiguity and engage effectively with senior stakeholders

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