Senior Associate/Manager, Mobility & Industrial Solutions

Economic Development Board

Permanent

What the role is

About EDB

The Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB), a government agency under the Ministry of Trade and Industry, is responsible for strategies that enhance Singapore’s position as a global centre for business, innovation and talent. We undertake investment promotion and industry development, and work with international businesses, both foreign and local, by providing information, connection to partners and access to government incentives for their investments. Our mission is to create sustainable economic growth, with vibrant business and good job opportunities for Singapore.

For more information on EDB, please visit www.edb.gov.sg

About Mobility & Industrial Solutions division

The Mobility & Industrial Solutions (M&I) division plays the role of an industry architect to develop and execute strategies that position Singapore competitively for various industries, e.g. aerospace, industrial solutions as well as emerging areas such as autonomous vehicles and advanced air mobility. Working with leading multinational companies, you will be part of the team to develop and execute strategies to ensure that leading companies can pursue new opportunities and partnerships from Singapore. In the process, you will also build knowledge in the industries that the companies operate in and will find yourself at the forefront of shaping Singapore’s ecosystem.

You will report to an Assistant Vice President in the Division.

What you will be working on

Your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Account Management

Serve as the main point of contact from EDB and oversee end-to-end process of account development, project negotiation and execution, and client servicing
Cultivate strategic relationships and build trust with key company executives
Develop deep understanding of clients’ multi-faceted needs and operations to implement and execute coherent client engagement strategies
Identify, negotiate and structure project opportunities to secure “win-win” outcomes for clients and Singapore
Collaborate with other teams in EDB as well in other parts of the Singapore Government for project development and smooth execution of end-to-end account management process

Market Analysis

Build sound understanding of the industry and business trends
Part of the team to undertake initiatives or thematic analysis that are relevant to the division
Pre-empt common issues faced by clients or that may potentially impact them, and recommend and implement solutions
Provide input where relevant to appropriate teams in EDB and/or rest of Singapore government on policies or product/ service development (e.g. in incentive design, resource negotiation)

What we are looking for

To meet the challenges of this role, you must have/be:

At least 2-3 years of relevant work experience in account management, industry development, strategy, policy or relevant industry (e.g. aerospace, industrial solutions) role
Ability to analyse in-depth different complex issues and put forth actionable solutions
Keen sense of business acumen and experience in project management
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and spoken; including ability and experience in engaging stakeholders within EDB and externally
Self-motivated and positive attitude, excellent work ethic and a team player

We review applications and interview on a rolling basis. Applicants can expect to receive an application outcome within 8 weeks of application date.

About Economic Development Board

EDB is the lead government agency responsible for planning & executing strategies to enhance Singapore's position as a global business centre and grow the Singapore Economy. We dream, design and deliver solutions that create value for investors and companies in Singapore. Through that, we attract economic opportunities and jobs for the people of Singapore and help shape our country's economic future.