Portfolio Associate, Value Creation

OSK Ventures International; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment firm based in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a motivated Portfolio Associate, Value Creation. In this role, you'll support nurturing portfolio companies across various strategic and operational areas. Candidates must possess strong financial and business skills, with at least five years of experience in corporate planning or finance. The role entails collaboration with internal stakeholders for performance monitoring and improvement initiatives. Join a dynamic environment where you can make a measurable impact on company growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in corporate planning, strategy, M&A, corporate finance, or management consulting.
• Strong capabilities in financial analysis, modelling, and valuation.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and execution of value creation initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency.
• Prepare and deliver insights on performance and risks to support investment decisions.

Skills

Financial analysis

Business analysis

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics or related field

Tools

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Power BI or data visualization tools

Job description

OSK Ventures International is an award-winning investment firm with the vision of being the investor of choice in our communities. Through our funds, we provide venture capital and venture debt to Southeast Asian companies seeking growth capital, supporting the building of strong businesses in innovative and impactful industries.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Portfolio Associate, Value Creation to join our team. In this role, you will play an integral part in supporting the nurturing and value creation of our portfolio companies across strategic, financial, operational, sustainability, and governance areas.

You will collaborate with senior team members, internal stakeholders, and portfolio company leadership to monitor performance, implement improvement initiatives, and deliver data-driven insights. The role offers exposure across the post-investment lifecycle, including value creation projects, M&A support, and exit preparation, with direct engagement with internal investment committees.

The ideal candidate brings strong financial and business acumen, a proactive mindset, and the ability to work across functions, engage stakeholders effectively, and deliver measurable impact in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

What You Will Own:

• Support the development and execution of value creation initiatives to enhance growth, operational efficiency, and overall portfolio performance
• Identify opportunities to improve revenue, manage costs, and strengthen portfolio company operations
• Work with portfolio company management to address strategic and operational challenges and facilitate effective communication
• Prepare and deliver insights on performance, opportunities, and risks to support internal discussions and investment decisions
• Track financial milestones, performance targets, and strategic initiatives including governance
• Support M&A and exit readiness activities, including data room preparation, investor coordination, and due diligence
• Prepare comprehensive and accurate portfolio reports covering financial performance, KPIs, and operational updates
• Conduct regular financial reviews, KPI tracking, risk assessments, and monitoring of business plan execution
• Monitor industry trends, market developments, and regulatory changes that may impact portfolio performance

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field

5+ years of relevant experience in corporate planning, strategy, M&A, corporate finance, or management consulting; exposure to venture capital, private equity, or startups is a plus

Strong capabilities in financial analysis, modelling, valuation, and business analysis. Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with Power BI or data visualization tools is an advantage

Track record in value creation, portfolio monitoring, operational improvements, and exit/M&A support

Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to engage stakeholders at all levels and present complex concepts clearly. Detail-oriented, with a strong commitment to producing high-quality work

Able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with strong problem-solving skills, sound judgment, and leadership potential