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Executive Director (Real Estate/Construction)

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An influential player in the real estate and construction sector is seeking a strategic and experienced Executive Director to join their team.

Based in the vibrant city of Kuala Lumpur, this role offers an exciting opportunity to shape new business opportunities within the government sector and drive significant growth. The successful candidate will be a key figure in cultivating partnerships with State and Federal government agencies, leading proposal development, and implementing programs that promote business growth. This role is perfect for a dynamic leader with a solid understanding of property and real estate development compliance requirements.

  • Opportunity to shape new business opportunities within the government sector
  • Key role in cultivating partnerships with State and Federal government agencies
  • Chance to work in a high-impact role that directly shapes the future of the organisation

What you'll do:

As an Executive Director in Real Estate/Construction, your role will be pivotal in driving strategic initiatives within the organisation. You will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities within the government sector while fostering strong relationships with key stakeholders. Your leadership skills will be crucial in developing proposals in partnership with various agencies and implementing programs that promote business growth. With your extensive experience in managing stakeholder relationships, particularly with government bodies and policymakers, you will play a vital role in influencing decision-making processes.

  • Identify, shape, and pursue new business opportunities within the government sector
  • Cultivate and maintain partnerships with State and Federal government agency leaders and departments
  • Lead proposal development in partnership with federal, state, and local agencies
  • Develop and implement programs that promote business growth, opportunities, and increased revenue
  • Provide second line of defence oversight of risk, compliance including timely, practical advice on issues arising, as required
  • Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including senior management as well as investee companies, prospective investors, and partners
  • Serve as the face of the company to key stakeholders, championing corporate values, governance, and sustainability

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for this Executive Director position brings extensive experience across multiple functions. You have proven operational expertise in Business Development, Project Management and Financials. Your strategic mindset coupled with strong analytical skills and a solution-oriented approach will be key to your success in this role. You have demonstrated strong stakeholder management and business partnering skills, with the ability to collaborate across business units to drive strategic outcomes. Your strong financial acumen and experience with financial modelling and valuation, including feasibility studies, will be crucial in this role.

  • Minimum 15 years of experience across multiple functions, including at least 3 years in a senior executive positions
  • Strong operational expertise in Business Development, Project Management and Financial.
  • Strategic mindset, strong analytical skills, solution-oriented working.
  • Stakeholder management and business partnering, collaboration across business units to drive strategic key outcomes.
  • Strong analysis skills, judgement and decision-making ability considering the short and long-term impacts.
  • Strong financial acumen and experience with financial modelling and valuation including feasibility study.
  • Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Strong leadership and team management capabilities

What sets this company apart:

This organisation places a strong emphasis on transparency, accountability, and fostering strategic partnerships with key stakeholders. The company is deeply committed to building a collaborative, positive corporate culture that prioritises employee development, engagement, and retention. You will have the chance to work in a high-impact role that directly shapes the future of the organisation while influencing policy and regulatory frameworks through strategic stakeholder engagement.

What's next:

Ready for an exciting new challenge? Apply today!

Apply Today by clicking on the link. Please note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Sales

Focus: Business Development

Industry: Sales

Salary: Negotiable

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Executive

Location: Kuala Lumpur

Job Reference: MZNVS1-FED0D7E7

Date posted: 14 January 2025

Consultant: Adrian Chung

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