Pertama Digital Berhad Hiring! Full Time Special Officer in Federal Territory - Ricebowl

Company Description

Pertama Digital Berhad supports impactful Govtech and Fintech initiatives to create inclusive, innovative solutions that benefit Malaysians. Dedicated to delivering meaningful change, the company plays a significant role in the technological enhancement of governance and financial systems. Pertama Digital Berhad is committed to fostering progress that improves accessibility and quality of life for communities across Malaysia.

Role Description

We are looking for a sharp, ambitious Special Officer to support the Group CEO and Group COO across strategy, governance, and execution. This is a high-visibility role for someone ready to step up from a structured corporate or professional services environment into the heart of a listed group.

1. What you'll do:

• Produce research briefs, Board papers, and executive presentations for the GCEO and GCOO
• Track industry, regulatory, and competitive developments relevant to PDB's businesses
• Coordinate cross-functional projects and follow through to closure
• Support the Office of the GCEO/GCOO in day-to-day execution

2. What we're looking for :

• Minimum 3 years of working experience in a Bursa-listed company, multinational corporation, or Big Four firm
• Bachelor ’s Degree from a reputable university in Engineering, Business, Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Working towards or completed professional qualification (ICAEW, ACCA, MIA, or MICPA) is an added advantage
• Genuinely  interested in business, industry trends and market developments
• Strong written English PowerPoint, Excel proficiency 
• Discreet, organised and reliable

3. Why this role

• Direct exposure to the GCEO, GCOO and management committee of a Bursa-listed group 
• Accelerated learning across strategy, M&A, governance and operations 
• Clear pathway into senior corporate roles

4. Key Responsibilities

Research  & Business Intelligence

• Monitor industry, regulatory, and competitive developments and produce regular briefs
• Track Bursa announcements, Securities Commission notices, BNM circulars, and policy changes relevant to PDB
• Conduct ad-hoc research on counterparties, partners and market opportunities

Report & Presentation Writing

• Draft Board papers, committee papers and submissions under guidance
• Prepare presentations and briefing packs for GCEO/GCOO engagements
• Quality checks and format outputs from other functions

Project Co-ordination

• Support  cross-functional projects from kick-off to closure
• Maintain trackers of GCEO/GCOO commitments and follow-up items 
• Liaise with internal stakeholders and external advisers as directed

Office Support

• Prepare agendas and notes for GCEO/GCOO meetings
• Manage confidential correspondence and information flow with discretion
• Support committee secretariat work as assigned

Special Assignments

• Undertake any other duties assigned by the GCEO or GCOO