Manager, Investment (Venture Debt)

Peoplelake Resources Sdn. Bhd.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 94,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Peoplelake Resources Sdn. Bhd. invites a senior investment professional to join its venture debt team in Kuala Lumpur. The role covers sourcing, due diligence, structuring, negotiating, and closing debt transactions for high-growth companies.

You will lead comprehensive analyses, collaborate with portfolio companies, monitor performance, and provide strategic guidance to accelerate value creation in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Banking, Economics, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of venture debt, corporate banking, investment banking, private equity, venture capital, or structured finance.
• Proven track record of leading and closing investment/debt transactions.
• Strong financial modelling, credit analysis, and risk assessment skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong grasp of economic and market drivers.
• Knowledge of the technology industry and startup ecosystem is desirable.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, dynamic working environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate potential investment opportunities aligned with the fund's mandate.
• Lead comprehensive due diligence, including financial analysis, market research, and risk assessment.
• Structure and negotiate investment terms, including term sheets and investment agreements.
• Drive end-to-end deal execution from origination to final closing.
• Monitor portfolio company performance and provide strategic guidance for growth and value creation.
• Assess and mitigate risks associated with investments.
• Stay informed about market trends, competitive landscapes, and emerging technologies.
• Prepare regular reports and updates for senior management and stakeholders.

Skills

Financial modelling

Credit analysis

Risk assessment

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Market drivers

Tech industry knowledge

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Our client is a premier investment firm with a strong presence in Southeast Asia, specializing in providing growth capital and strategic financing solutions to high-potential companies. With a diverse portfolio spanning fintech, healthcare, and technology, the firm partners with ambitious founders to accelerate business expansion and create long-term value. Backed by substantial institutional capital, the firm is renowned for its disciplined investment approach, deep sector expertise, and commitment to driving innovation across the region.

About the Role

We are seeking a senior investment professional to join our venture debt team. This role is focused on end-to-end deal execution—from sourcing and due diligence to structuring, negotiating, and closing transactions. The ideal candidate is a proven deal-closer with deep expertise in debt financing for high-growth companies.

Job Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate potential investment opportunities aligned with the fund's mandate.
• Lead comprehensive due diligence, including financial analysis, market research, and risk assessment.
• Structure and negotiate investment terms, including term sheets and investment agreements.
• Drive end-to-end deal execution from origination to final closing.
• Monitor portfolio company performance and provide strategic guidance for growth and value creation.
• Assess and mitigate risks associated with investments.
• Stay informed about market trends, competitive landscapes, and emerging technologies.
• Prepare regular reports and updates for senior management and stakeholders.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Banking, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in venture debt, corporate banking, investment banking, private equity, venture capital, or structured finance.
• Proven track record of leading and closing investment/debt transactions.
• Strong financial modelling, credit analysis, and risk assessment skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong grasp of economic and market drivers.
• Knowledge of the technology industry and startup ecosystem is desirable.
• Ability to excel in a fast-paced, dynamic working environment.

Please be informed that only shortlisted candidate will be notified.

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience in driving end-to-end deal execution from origination to final closing.
• The salary for this role is up to RM14K. Will this be within your expectations?
• Their office is located at Jalan Ampang. Are you OK with the location?