Market Insights Report 2025
Explore the latest hiring trends and in-demand skills shaping the employment landscape in 2025 to guide your hiring strategies or job search.
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Justin Lai
Senior Consultant, Global Business Services
My Background
A business development professional with experiences spanning five years across different industries and international markets.
Roles I Recruit For
I focus on recruiting for finance and accounting roles within the shared services space.
Outside of Ambition
A shy social butterfly who will always be your number one hype man.
Jobs by Justin Lai
Articles by Justin Lai
Celebrating Men & Boys: Why International Men's Day Matters
November 19 marks International Men’s Day, a day to recognise the positive impact men have on their families, workplaces and society. This year’s t...
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Gossip, Harassment & Termination: Donovan & Ho Breaks It Down at "Leaders with Ambition"
On a Thursday evening in August, Botanica+Co in Bangsar South swapped its usual dinner crowd for a room full of HR and business leaders. As part o...
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Official Statement on Job Scams
Ambition Malaysia would like to alert our community to the continued rise in scam activity involving individuals impersonating recruitment consulta...
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Simple ways to support your employees observing Ramadan
Being a supportive employer means recognising important moments in your employees’ lives and offering meaningful support. One such time is Ramada...
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Malaysia Market Insights & Salary Guide 2025
The employment market in Asia is undergoing significant changes, driven by cost-saving strategies, digitalisation, sustainability efforts, and ESG ...
Read more![[Blog] 5 Future Ready Skills To Elevate Your Career In Shared Services](https://image-assets.eu-2.volcanic.cloud/api/v1/assets/images/27326511d103ce80c1508a98de93be16?t=1733971289?size=480x500%3E)
5 Future-Ready Skills to Elevate Your Career in Shared Services
In an environment marked by constant changes, shared services are no longer just about maintaining efficiency—they are about driving innovation an...
Read more![[Blog] A 5 Year Career Growth Plan For Shared Services Professionals](https://image-assets.eu-2.volcanic.cloud/api/v1/assets/images/f15881787053ef4c43562ce6825d8773?t=1733193879?size=480x500%3E)
A 5-Year Career Growth Plan for Shared Services Professionals
Malaysia has established itself as a leading hub in the rapidly expanding shared services industry. With over 700 Shared Service Centres (SSCs) ope...
Read more![[Blog] E Invoicing Adoption In Malaysia What It Means For Employers & Jobseekers](https://image-assets.eu-2.volcanic.cloud/api/v1/assets/images/8bfb587b211fc4a1e3a760ed4bd02343?t=1732674772?size=480x500%3E)
E-Invoicing Adoption in Malaysia: What It Means for Employers & Jobseekers
The recent push towards e-invoicing in Malaysia, driven by the Inland Revenue Board’s phased initiative beginning in August 2024, marks a signific...
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