Operations Executive (Graduate Development Programme)

Programme Duration: 6 Months

Experience Level: Entry Level

Company Overview

Our client is an established financial services organisation offering structured career development opportunities across business operations, administration and financial advisory.

The six-month programme combines practical workplace experience with professional training to help participants develop operational, organisational and interpersonal skills.

Role Overview

We are looking for organised and proactive graduates and early-career candidates to join as an Operations Executive under our Graduate Development Programme.

Participants will support daily business activities, administrative coordination and process improvement initiatives while learning how effective operations contribute to business performance and service delivery.

Months 1–3: Business Operations Exposure

Gain hands-on experience in operational workflows, documentation, scheduling and internal stakeholder coordination. Support daily activities and identify practical ways to improve efficiency.

Months 4–6: Sales and Financial Advisory Development

Participate in structured sales and financial advisory training, with a focus on business communication, presentation, client engagement and relationship management.

Key Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day business operations and administrative coordination.
• Assist in organising schedules, meetings, appointments and internal activities.
• Maintain accurate operational records, trackers and supporting documentation.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to track outstanding tasks and support timely completion of business activities.
• Assist in preparing operational reports, presentations and progress updates.
• Review existing workflows and suggest practical improvements to administrative processes.
• Support event coordination, resource planning and logistics arrangements where required.
• Handle general enquiries and direct requests to the relevant teams.
• Handle business and client information confidentially, following company procedures.
• Participate in structured sales and financial advisory training.
• Complete programme assignments and apply feedback to strengthen operational and professional skills.

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Management or a related discipline preferred.
• Candidates without prior experience are welcome to apply.
• Interest in business operations, process improvement and financial services.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Good interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise responsibilities effectively.
• Detail-oriented, responsible and proactive in following up on assigned tasks.
• Able to work independently and collaborate effectively with others.
• Receptive to feedback and willing to adapt to different business activities.
• Willingness to complete the full six-month programme, including the sales and financial advisory development phase.

Career Development Opportunities

• Gain practical exposure to business operations, administration and workflow coordination.
• Develop organisational, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.
• Build an understanding of resource planning, service delivery and operational efficiency.
• Strengthen communication, presentation and commercial awareness through sales and financial advisory training.
• Explore potential career pathways within the organisation, including operations-related opportunities, subject to performance, suitability and business requirements.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

This is in partnership with the Employment and Employability Institute Pte Ltd (“e2i”). e2i is the empowering network for workers and employers seeking employment and employability solutions. e2i serves as a bridge between workers and employers, connecting with workers to offer job security through job-matching, career guidance and skills upgrading services, and partnering employers to address their manpower needs through recruitment, training, and job redesign solutions. e2i is a tripartite initiative of the National Trades Union Congress set up to support nation-wide manpower and skills upgrading initiatives. By applying for this role, you consent to recruitSG’s PDPA and e2i’s PDPA.