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BestTop Career Consulting Team
Wednesday, January 29, 2014
Happy Chinese New Year!
Dear friends,
Wish you all have a prosperous new year and land on your dream jobs! Remember to look out for new BestTop events in 2014 :)
BestTop Career Consulting Team
Wish you all have a prosperous new year and land on your dream jobs! Remember to look out for new BestTop events in 2014 :)
BestTop Career Consulting Team
Internship – Internal Audit – Visa Inc (posted on 29 JAN 2014)
| Company | Visa Inc |
| Industry | Global Payments Technology |
| Location | Singapore |
| Position Type | Internship |
| Post Date | 29 January 2014 |
| Closing Date | n.a. |
Employer Description
Visa Inc. is a global payments technology company that connects consumers, businesses, financial institutions and governments in more than 200 countries and territories, enabling them to use digital currency instead of cash and checks.
Visa does not issue cards, extend credit or set rates and fees for consumers. Visa’s innovations enable its bank customers to offer consumers choices: Pay now with debit, ahead of time with prepaid or later with credit products. From the world’s major cities to remote areas without banks, people are increasingly relying on digital currency along with mobile technology to use their money anytime, make purchases online, transfer funds and access basic financial services. All of which makes their lives easier and helps grow economies.
Responsibilities
The project requires the collection and assessment of various Financial and Risk data across Visa’s International markets to form an assessment of relative risk of each Visa office.
Assessment of existing Risk Assessment Model which recommendations for potential enhancements.
Final 2015 Risk Assessment Model which ranks each Visa office by Risk profile.
Assessment of existing Risk Assessment Model which recommendations for potential enhancements.
Final 2015 Risk Assessment Model which ranks each Visa office by Risk profile.
Qualifications
- Required Intern Course Specialization
- Any numerical based course - Finance, Science, Engineering, Mathematics
- Required skills of interns
- Interest in finance and working in the financial industry.
- Analytical mindset - enjoys working with numbers.
- High energy, willingness to work alone but also contribute to the team.
- Knowledge in MS Excel is preferred.
- Only Undergraduates may apply.
- Students in their final year preferred.
- Year 2 students (from 3 Years University Program may be considered).
- Year 3 Students (from 4 Years University Program may be considered).
Application link
Monday, January 27, 2014
Graduate Trainee Program – Real Estate – Jones Lang LaSalle (posted on 27 JAN 2014)
| Company | Jones Lang LaSalle |
| Industry | Real Estate |
| Location | Singapore |
| Position Type | Graduate Program |
| Post Date | 27 January 2014 |
| Closing Date | 14 February 2014 |
Employer Description
Jones Lang LaSalle (NYSE:JLL) is a financial and professional services firm specializing in real estate. The firm offers integrated services delivered by expert teams worldwide to clients seeking increased value by owning, occupying or investing in real estate. With annual revenue of $3.9 billion, Jones Lang LaSalle operates in 70 countries from more than 1,000 locations worldwide. On behalf of its clients, the firm provides management and real estate outsourcing services to a property portfolio of 2.6 billion square feet and completed $63 billion in sales, acquisitions and finance transactions in 2012. Its investment management business, LaSalle Investment Management, has $47.7 billion of real estate assets under management.
Jones Lang LaSalle has over 50 years of experience in Asia Pacific, with over 25,400 employees operating in 76 offices in 14 countries across the region. The firm was named ‘Best Property Consultancy’ in nine Asia Pacific countries at the International Property Awards Asia Pacific 2012, in association with HSBC, and was named the number one real estate advisory firm in Asia Pacific in the Euromoney Real Estate Awards 2012.
Responsibilities
The Jones Lang LaSalle Graduate Trainee Program is a 2 year program with 4 six-month rotations where Graduate Trainees are given the exposure to different aspects of the business in order to establish a solid foundation as a Real Estate Professional. Graduate Trainees can also look forward to working on various projects, business networking sessions, access to leadership for career advice.
We have a robust infrastructure of training, learning and development opportunities, networking session; the success of your career with us depends on what you do with it.
If you are looking for an exciting and long term career as a well-rounded Real Estate Professional, apply to our Graduate Trainee Program now!
Qualifications
Driven, Confident and Has a Strong Passion for Real Estate and have what it takes to become a successful, well-rounded Real Estate Professional, you might be what we are looking for.
Application link
Thursday, January 23, 2014
OCBC Young Bankers Program - Banking – OCBC (posted on 23 JAN 2014)
| Company | OCBC |
| Industry | Banking |
| Location | Singapore |
| Position Type | Graduate Program |
| Post Date | 23 January 2014 |
| Closing Date | 01 March 2014 |
Employer Description
The OCBC Bank group of businesses comprises a family of companies owned by Singapore’s longest-established local bank.
OCBC Bank is the longest established Singapore bank, formed in 1932 from the merger of three local banks, the oldest of which was founded in 1912. Since the time of our founders, we have always understood the financial needs of our customers and developed financial solutions that meet their needs.
To address increasingly diverse needs across different communities and geographies, OCBC Bank has expanded and acquired businesses beyond the realm of commercial banking. OCBC Bank has been ranked by Bloomberg Markets magazine as the World's Strongest Bank for two years, 2011 and 2012.
Responsibilities
Designed for fresh graduates aspiring to carve a career in banking, you’ll get a clear head start with OCBC Young Bankers programme. We have carefully put together a 12-month structured programme to prepare you for a division-specific role within the Bank.
The learning journey begins with comprehensive industry orientation, followed by extensive training, overseas exposure, in-depth job rotations and personalised mentoring by senior managers in order to equip you with a strong banking foundation. You will be assessed continuously on your potential to succeed in this fast-paced and demanding career. Your outstanding work performance, strong leadership qualities and positive attitude will put you in a good stead to be selected for fast-tracking to become the professional banker for our future.
To join the programme in 2014, you may choose one of the following major tracks:
The learning journey begins with comprehensive industry orientation, followed by extensive training, overseas exposure, in-depth job rotations and personalised mentoring by senior managers in order to equip you with a strong banking foundation. You will be assessed continuously on your potential to succeed in this fast-paced and demanding career. Your outstanding work performance, strong leadership qualities and positive attitude will put you in a good stead to be selected for fast-tracking to become the professional banker for our future.
To join the programme in 2014, you may choose one of the following major tracks:
- Group Consumer Financial Services Track
- Group Operations & Technology Track
- General Track
Qualifications
- Leadership skills, with strong team spirit
- Analytical, organized and meticulous
- A quality and innovative mindset
- Able to multi task and work in a fast pace environment
- Strong oral communication and interpersonal skills, team oriented and ability to work well in a fast-paced environment
- A good Honours Degree/Graduate
- A go-getters with high levels of motivation and drive, those who are ultimately interested in an accelerated career in the banking industry
- Other qualities that stand you in strong consideration for the programme are a degree with good honours, less than 2 years of working experience and a penchant for problem solving and new challenges.
Application link
Wednesday, January 22, 2014
Internship – Business Development – Deloitte (posted on 22 JAN 2014)
| Company | Deloitte |
| Industry | Business Development |
| Location | Singapore |
| Position Type | Internship |
| Post Date | 22 January 2014 |
| Closing Date | n.a |
Employer Description
With over 200,000 people globally in more than 150 countries around the world, Deloitte offers you more chances for connections than any other professional services firm.
Over 6,000 of those talented people are in our Southeast Asia member firm across 23 offices; a unique structure amongst the professional services firms in the region.
The array of businesses that we serve and the comprehensive range of services that we provide, including Assurance & Advisory, Enterprise Risk Services, Financial Advisory Services, Tax and Consulting presents you with many exciting and varied opportunities to develop a satisfying and meaningful career in Deloitte.
Responsibilities
Deloitte's Clients & Markets Services assist and support the Clients & Markets team, in the development and execution of regional priorities plans and strategies
You will be assigned to provide support to the Managers in Business Development and Industries in CRM activities, proposal development and reviews, internal communications, assisting in marketing activities & events and other ad-hoc projects.
Qualifications
Business management undergraduates/graduates with excellent communications, inter-personal and analytical skills
Application link
Tuesday, January 21, 2014
Internship – Advisory Transactions – PWC (posted on 21 JAN 2014)
| Company | PWC |
| Industry | Accountancy |
| Location | Singapore |
| Position Type | Internship |
| Post Date | 21 January 2014 |
| Closing Date | 7 February 2014 |
Employer Description
PwC firms provide industry-focused assurance, tax and advisory services to enhance value for their clients. More than 169,000 people in 158 countries in firms across the PwC network share their thinking, experience and solutions to develop fresh perspectives and practical advice.
PwC China, Hong Kong, Singapore and Taiwan work together on a collaborative basis, subject to local applicable laws. Collectively, we have around 700 partners and a strength of around 17,000 people.
Providing organisations with the advice they need, wherever they may be located. Our highly qualified, experienced professionals listen to different points of view to help organisations solve their business issues and identify and maximise the opportunities they seek. Our industry specialisation allows us to help co-create solutions with our clients for their sector of interest.
Responsibilities
Our Deals practice possesses significant cross border deal experience involving both financial investors and corporations, across Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A), Infrastructure and Distressed market segments. Our services span across the entire deal continuum, from strategy formulation, to deal origination, transaction advisory, and finance raising, through to post deal integration and exit.
You will assist professional staff to perform data extraction from various sources (eg. financial statements, management accounts etc), converting "raw" data into tables, charts which will be used in Due Diligence reports and consolidating research information to be used in proposals/sales pitches. You will also be handling correspondences & reports, preparing presentation materials and liaising with clients on assigned projects.
Qualifications
Applications from Accountancy & Business students graduating in 2015
Application link
Monday, January 20, 2014
Summer Intern – Risk Management – Aon (posted on 20 JAN 2014)
| Company | Aon |
| Industry | Risk Management |
| Location | Singapore |
| Position Type | Internship |
| Post Date | 20 January 2014 |
| Closing Date | n.a |
Employer Description
Aon plc is the leading provider of risk management services, insurance and reinsurance brokerage and human resources consulting and outsourcing with an employee base of 62,000 people working in over 500 offices in more than 120 countries. We integrate customized services, leverage expertise across industries and apply business knowledge to our clients' strategic goals. Aon helps clients anticipate how change intersects with opportunity. Each of our clients has unique business needs, so we have developed expertise for a complete range of business processes, products and industries. Aon’s account and relationship managers form a comprehensive perspective of our clients’ organizations, matching our expertise to their business strategy.
Responsibilities
- Support the Singapore and learn about broking and specialist international product areas.
- Conduct analytics and research in order to streamline processes, identify areas of efficiencies and introduce changes in policies/ programs.
- Create data collation with conclusions.
- Gain exposure to markets and experience colleagues in the field.
- Learn broking and specialist product area as part of the basic job requirements.
Qualifications
- Undergraduates graduating between December 2014 and June 2015 preferred
- 2nd class honors or GPA 3.0 and above strongly preferred
- Ability to work as an integral part of a team, fostering teamwork and cultivating relationships, as well as work independently or with minimal direction
- Strong interpersonal communication and presentation skills, both verbal and written
- Critical and innovative thinking, problem-solving and analytical skills
- Self motivated, responsible, and able to work independently
- Adaptability – quick learner
- Strong project management skills
- Mature and professional demeanor, and a positive attitude
- Strong PC skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, including PowerPoint and Excel
- Interest in broking internationally
Application link
Saturday, January 18, 2014
Internship - Events & Marketing – European Chamber of Commerce (posted on 17 Jan 2014)
Company | European Chamber of Commerce |
Industry | Non-profit Organisation |
Location | Singapore |
Position Type | Internship |
Post Date | 17 Jan 2014 |
Closing Date | n.a. |
Employer Description
The European Chamber of Commerce in Singapore, known as EuroCham, was established in 2001 and is composed of the European National Business Groups in Singapore as well direct corporate members. We represent the common interests of European businesses in promoting bilateral trade, services and investments between the countries of Europe and Singapore & the region. We provide European business with a communication and lobbying channel to Singaporean and European political & economic circles and are the sole European representative at the Singapore Business Federation (SBF) council. We are an independent, non-profit organisation governed by our members.
Responsibilities
The primary objective of the internship in Events & Marketing is to gain experience in dealing with internal and external communication and in managing the events organized by EuroCham, ranging from prestigious gala dinners or luncheons to expert talks or networking events.
Duration: 4-6 months
a) Event Management
- Contribute to the planning and execution of events: design of the flyers, invitations, promotion of the events, registrations, attendance, payments, assistance during the event and follow-up
- Liaise with partners, suppliers and members as well as other chambers of commerce and other partners
- Update database of potential participants
b) Communication
EuroCham Website
- Contribute to the redesign of EuroCham’s website and perform regular updates
- Help to promote & sell advertisement space on the website
- Contribute to the monthly e-newsletter and participate in the design and launch of an external newsletter
- Update database of recipients
- Promote the sale of the directory
Qualifications
- University studies in Marketing, Communication or Business Administration (for interns coming from overseas, a first degree, ie. Bachelor, will need to be completed)
- Fully fluent in English, other European languages are an asset
- Very good writing and visual communication/design skills
- Flexibility, outgoing, pro-active attitude and ability to work in a multicultural environment
- Ability to work in a small team, multitasking, good organizational skills and accuracy at work
- Good computer skills, advanced IT skills for websites, newsletters and data management are a strong asset
- Candidates from all nationalities are welcome to apply
Application link
Please send a CV with cover letter to internship@eurocham.org.sg
Friday, January 17, 2014
Event: BestTop BBQ Career Sharing Session
We are organizing a fun and relaxing networking BBQ for everyone to interact with your peers and seniors! Special guests and BestTop participants who have successfully landed their dream jobs will be sharing with you valuable experience and practical career advice.
For each registration, S$10 BestTop cash voucher will be given out.
For each registration, S$10 BestTop cash voucher will be given out.
The details are as follows,
- Date: Jan 18th, 2014 (Sat) afternoon
- Venue: West Coast Park
- Price: S$ 20 for 1 pax, S$ 30 for 2 pax
All seats are filled up now. Please look out for our future events!
Thursday, January 16, 2014
Internship - Consultancy – Roland Berger (posted on 16 JAN 2014)
| Company | Roland Berger |
| Industry | Consultancy |
| Location | Singapore/Global |
| Position Type | Internship |
| Post Date | 16 January 2014 |
| Closing Date | n.a |
Employer Description
Roland Berger Strategy Consultants, founded in 1967, is one of the world's leading strategy consultancies. With around 2,700 employees working in 51 offices in 36 countries worldwide, we have successful operations in all major international markets.
Roland Berger Strategy Consultants advises major international industry and service companies as well as public institutions. Our services cover all issues of strategic management – from strategy alignment and new business models, processes and organizational structures, to technology strategies.
Roland Berger is an independent partnership owned by around 250 Partners. Its global Competence Centers specialize in specific industries or functional issues. We handpick interdisciplinary teams from these Competence Centers to devise tailor-made solutions.
Roland Berger Strategy Consultants advises major international industry and service companies as well as public institutions. Our services cover all issues of strategic management – from strategy alignment and new business models, processes and organizational structures, to technology strategies.
Roland Berger is an independent partnership owned by around 250 Partners. Its global Competence Centers specialize in specific industries or functional issues. We handpick interdisciplinary teams from these Competence Centers to devise tailor-made solutions.
Responsibilities
The internship stint will provide you with consulting exposure working with experienced consultants on a specific project, a designated mentor providing professional and career advice and formal performance feedback at the conclusion of the internship as well as potentially a full-time job offer when you graduate from your studies.
Qualifications
Undergraduate/postgraduate students in their 2nd or penultimate year and 1st year MBA students are welcome to apply for internship positions within Roland Berger.
Application link
Wednesday, January 15, 2014
Talent Internship Program – Operations & Business Development – Changi Airport Group (posted on 15 JAN 2014)
| Company | Changi Airport Group |
| Industry | Operations |
| Location | Singapore |
| Position Type | Internship |
| Post Date | 15 January 2014 |
| Closing Date | 23 February 2014 |
Employer Description
Since its journey began in 1981, Changi Airport has won more “Best Airport” awards than any other airport, with over 420 accolades to its name. It continues to be committed to providing excellent service and to create exceptional journeys that deliver the iconic Changi Experience. It’s a commitment the group makes to over 51 million passengers who pass through our gates.
To make this happen, the group counts on its most important asset - the people. Professionals in diverse business units, united by a common goal – to deliver unparalleled service, defining world-class through passion and a culture of excellence. And in this unique airport community, CAG turns opportunity into reality.
Responsibilities
The CAG TIP is offered from May to July every year. The length of the internship is typically ten weeks. Applications open from December to February. If you have missed the current application period, we welcome your application again in the next cycle.
You will be tasked with key projects in a specific division and assigned a mentor and supervisor who will guide you and develop your performance. You may be pleased to know that outstanding interns will be considered for an advance employment offer or mid-term scholarship with Changi Airport Group.
Qualifications
- An exceptional undergraduate with strong academic and leadership track records
- Have a passion to be a part of the world's most awarded airport
Application link
Tuesday, January 14, 2014
Graduate Program – Trader, FX Options – Macquarie (posted on 14 JAN 2014)
| Company | Macquarie |
| Industry | Financial Advisory & Investment |
| Location | Singapore |
| Position Type | Graduate Program |
| Post Date | 14 January 2014 |
| Closing Date | 24 January 2014 |
Employer Description
Macquarie is a global provider of banking, financial, advisory, investment and funds management services, employing more than 13,400 people in over 28 countries. The diversity of our business and our commitment to managing career development ensures that the people we recruit have the ability to find their niche and excel in a challenging environment.
Our open, non-hierarchical environment fosters real team work. From day one you'll get hands-on experience, take responsibility and get the exposure and freedom to determine your career path and make your mark within a highly successful organisation.
Macquarie looks for people who want to drive their own success - high calibre, motivated individuals from diverse backgrounds who can demonstrate flexibility and think creatively. At Macquarie you'll have the freedom to find your own career path and be successfully different.
In joining Macquarie, you will have the opportunity to be part of a successful team working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment where your contribution is valued from day one.
Responsibilities
- Accountable for delivering positive financial results from the use of the company's capital
- Market analysis, including but not limited to scanning for trading opportunities, deciding how much capital to allocate to specific trades, developing optimal trade execution strategies, and managing the risks of trades.
- Operating in a fast-paced dynamic commodity market environment, where there are often time constraints and time sensitive deadlines
- Develop knowledge of hedging, trading and risk management techniques
- Develop understanding of options theory, including valuation techniques of standard and exotic options ideas
- Understanding of risk measurement techniques such as VaR
Qualifications
- 2013/2014 graduate, high academic achievement, with tertiary qualifications in a Financial Engineering/Mathematics or related subjects
- Extremely numerate with strong mathematical skills
- Sound modelling and analytical capabilities and have a good derivatives understanding
- Ability to analyse market fundamentals and macro themes
- Work experience gained from working in the industry i.e. summer internship
- Adept at problem solving and ability to work accurately in a fast-paced environment
- First class organisational and time management skills
- A confident team player with a proven ability to build relationships at all levels
- Excellent communication skills comfortable with phone and one to one interaction
- Experience in the use of Microsoft Excel / PowerPoint & Word
- Pro-active and creative individual coupled with a demonstrated entrepreneurial nature and a commercial focus
Application link
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