Summary

We are seeking a high-potential Analyst to support the Chief of Staff to the Asia Pacific President at Avanade. This is a unique entry-level opportunity to work at the center of regional leadership, supporting internal strategic initiatives, business operations, and executive priorities across APAC.

The role blends project coordination, business management, and executive support, providing exposure to senior leadership, regional strategy execution, and cross-functional collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

Internal Project & Initiative Support (Primary)
Support planning and execution of regional internal projects (e.g., strategy execution, transformation initiatives, leadership programs)
Coordinate workplans, track deliverables, dependencies, and milestones
Maintain structured project documentation, including status updates, action logs, and reporting packs
Monitor progress and escalate risks/issues to the Chief of Staff as needed
Ensure alignment across multiple stakeholders and workstreams
Business Operations & Rhythm of the Business
Support the execution of the APAC rhythm of business (ROB) including monthly/quarterly reviews, leadership meetings, and reporting cycles
Prepare executive-ready materials (presentations, dashboards, updates)
Coordinate inputs from regional and functional teams for leadership reporting
Track actions and ensure follow-through across leadership forums
Support annual planning cycles, reporting, and performance tracking
Executive & Chief of Staff Support
Support the Chief of Staff in driving priorities across the APAC leadership team
Help manage communications, briefing materials, and leadership alignment
Coordinate cross-functional collaboration between sales, HR, finance, and delivery teams
Assist with special projects and executive priorities as they arise
Contribute to improving internal processes, tools, and ways of working
Reporting, Insights & Continuous Improvement
Develop and maintain reporting dashboards, trackers, and governance materials
Analyze business data (pipeline, revenue, operations metrics) to support decision-making
Identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency
Support automation or simplification of recurring processes

Qualifications

Skills & Experiences

1–3 years experience in project coordination, consulting, business operations, or similar role
Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, or related field
Experience in a corporate, consulting, or technology environment preferred
Exposure to project delivery, reporting, or governance processes is advantageous

Skills & Capabilities

Strong organization & execution discipline – able to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
Structured thinking & attention to detail – strong documentation and reporting skills
Stakeholder management – ability to work across teams and geographies
Communication skills – clear, concise, and executive-ready written and verbal communication
Analytical mindset – comfortable working with data and deriving insights
Learning agility – proactive, curious, and able to operate in a fast-paced environment

Personal Attributes

High level of professionalism and discretion when working with senior stakeholders
Proactive and self-driven with a strong ownership mindset
Collaborative, team-oriented, and adaptable across cultures (APAC scope)
Interest in strategy, operations, and leadership environments

Why This Role

Unique exposure to APAC executive leadership and strategic priorities
Opportunity to develop project management, business operations, and leadership advisory skills
Accelerated learning environment with strong career development pathways into consulting, operations, or strategy

Reporting Line

Reports to: Chief of Staff, APAC

Senior Analyst, Project Management (APAC President s Office)