Digital Strategy Associate

About Johor Capital Group

Johor Capital Group (JCG) is the patient capital investment arm of Johor Corporation, one of Malaysia's leading state-owned conglomerates. We are positioning ourselves as the AI innovation hub for Johor state, with a mandate to identify and invest in transformative digital infrastructure and emerging technology opportunities. Our portfolio focus includes data centers, fiber infrastructure, and AI/tech ventures that align with Malaysia's digital economy ambitions and the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JSEZ).

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Digital Strategy Analyst to join the CDO's office as a core member of a lean, high-impact team. You will evaluate digital investment opportunities, develop compelling investment theses, and help shape the strategic direction of JCG's digital portfolio. This role offers direct exposure to sovereign wealth-level decision making, regional infrastructure deals, and the rapidly evolving Southeast Asian digital economy.

What You'll Do

Evaluate digital investment opportunities across data centers, fiber infrastructure, AI/tech startups, and emerging technology sectors

Conduct market analysis, competitive landscaping, and economic modelling to support investment decisions

Develop investment memos, board presentations, and strategic recommendations for senior leadership

Monitor regional digital ecosystem developments (JSEZ, ASEAN markets, Western & Eastern Tech) and synthesize insights for the Malaysian context

Build and maintain financial models for deal evaluation and portfolio monitoring

Support due diligence processes and coordinate with external advisors

Contribute to shaping strategy for Hatchlabs, JCG's technology solutions subsidiary

What We're Looking For
Background

3-7 years of experience in digital strategy, consulting, venture capital, or corporate strategy roles

Economics, engineering, business, or related degree; candidates from startups with demonstrated strategic thinking are equally welcome

Experience with investments, deal evaluation, or business case development is highly valued

Skills & Knowledge

Strong grasp of digital ecosystems, emerging technologies (AI/ML, data centers, blockchain, cloud infrastructure), and their business implications

Ability to contextualize global technology trends for the Malaysian and Southeast Asian market

Excellent financial and economic analysis capabilities

Outstanding presentation and communication skills; ability to craft compelling slides and narratives for C-suite and board audiences

Proficiency with AI tools for productivity (Claude, ChatGPT); familiarity with advanced capabilities such as MCP (Model Context Protocol), agentic workflows, or AI-augmented research is a strong plus

Ability to vibe code MVP Apps using tools such as VSCode, Cursor, Lovable, Figma, Bolt, Supabase, AWS and Azure will be an added advantage

Attributes

Strategic mindset with the ability to see the big picture while diving deep into details

Intellectual curiosity and genuine interest in technology and digital transformation

Comfortable operating in ambiguity and building frameworks from scratch

Self-starter who thrives in a small, fast-moving team environment

What We Offer

Direct exposure to sovereign wealth-level investment decisions and regional infrastructure deals

Front-row seat to Malaysia's data center boom and the JSEZ ecosystem development

Opportunity to shape strategy from the ground up in a newly established digital mandate

Regional travel opportunities across Johor, Singapore, and broader ASEAN

Work directly with the Chief Digital Officer in a lean, high-autonomy team