Based in Singapore and Hong Kong, The Straits Network is dedicated to building market research tools for investment managers, as well as creating and nurturing opportunities for networking and interactions between industry leaders in the rapidly-growing SEA markets. We are a bunch of creative and driven team players that got together to focus all our efforts to bringing our motto - “Connecting People. Building Knowledge.” - to a unique and visionary platform. Embrace the rare opportunity to get personally mentored by The Straits Networks' highly experienced and motivated team – we have backgrounds from top universities and companies in finance, marketing, HR, and journalism. Shape your career with a one-of-a-kind experience that sets you apart from your peers! We'd love to talk to you: jobs@thestraitsnetwork.com
What You'll Do:
- Develop your professional pitch and prose: Hone your business communication skills via direct interaction with experts in our network of ‘Knowledge Partners’. Acquire relevant vernacular and vocabulary through the process of sourcing and identify industry experts for consulting projects.
- Apply classroom learning practically and effectively: Research and report on industry developments in key markets, mainly in Southeast Asia, utilizing your analytical skills and knowledge gained from classroom topics and case studies as a guide.
- Brainstorm strategies and sales channels: Gain confidence in voicing your opinion, and make a real impact as you aid the founders with identifying new areas of business opportunities. Inspire your creativity and sharpen your critical thinking as you participate in designing and implementing business development strategies.
- Foster your entrepreneurial spirit: Interested in starting a business? Find out what it’s like to grow a start-up from top to bottom, as you tackle every facet of the business side-by-side with the founders.
What We Seek:
- Current student with a strong academic track record, preferably majoring in business
- Good
communication skills with a strong command of English, as well as native
fluency in any Southeast Asian languages (particularly Thai, Vietnamese, or Bahasa)
- Self-starter with a high work rate, must be willing to take initiative
- Positive, energetic, outgoing personality with attention to detail
- Must be flexible and excited about working in a fast paced company
Bonus Attributes:
- Strong passion for business and enthusiastic about learning
- Function well in a startup environment
- Track record of excelling in small teams
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