Analyst, Strategy, Enterprise Risk & Investment

SMRT Corporation Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SMRT Corporation Ltd in Singapore is seeking a motivated analyst to support financial analysis, modelling, and investment activities within the SERI Office. This role offers exposure to strategic planning and enterprise risk management and requires strong Excel and quantitative skills.

The successful candidate will assist in deal execution, prepare detailed analyses, and collaborate with business units to evaluate opportunities.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years working experience in investment and research, or corporate finance.
• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business administration or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses, build business cases, and develop financial models to evaluate opportunities.
• Assist end-to-end deal execution including industry research, financial modelling, risk assessment, valuation, due diligence, structuring and closing.
• Prepare reports and presentations for senior management with findings and recommendations.
• Track financial and operational metrics and monitor portfolio company developments including valuations.

Skills

Excel modelling

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Finance/Economics degree

Tools

Excel

Programming basics

Job description

Company description

SMRT Corporation Ltd is a public transport service provider. Our primary business is to manage and operate train services on the North-South Line, East-West Line, the Circle Line, the Thomson-East Coast Line and Bukit Panjang Light Rail Transit. This is complemented by our bus, taxi and private hire vehicle services. Our core values are Respect, Integrity, Safety and Service, and Excellence. We are committed to provide safe, reliable and comfortable service for all our commuters.

Job description

Job Purpose

The Strategy, Enterprise Risk & Investment (SERI) Office is looking for a motivated self-starter to assist in financial analysis and modelling and supporting investment activities. This role is ideal for someone with financial modelling and analytical skills and a keen interest in project and business evaluations. The role will also have exposure to strategic planning and enterprise risk management.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth critical analyses (quantitative/qualitative), business case build-up and financial models to evaluate business and investment opportunities
• Assist the business units in the end-to-end deal execution (including industry research and information collation, financial modelling, risk assessment, valuation, due diligence, structuring and closing), including preparation for tender submissions
• Contribute to various projects and initiatives by providing analytical support and collaborating with cross-functional teams
• Track financial, operational metrics and monitor developments of portfolio companies including valuation analyses and business evaluation
• Assist in identifying and evaluating potential risks and developing mitigation strategies
• Prepare detailed reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations for senior management
• Other ad-hoc tasks as required

Qualifications & Work Experience

• 2-3 years working experience in investment and research, or corporate finance. Candidates from other fields with relevant or transferable skillsets will also be considered.
• Bachelor's degree in finance, economics, business administration or a related field.

Skills

Technical skills

• Strong quantitative skills and numerical literacy; highly proficient with Microsoft Excel to develop financial models, and drive detailed and robust analyses.
• Programming / Coding experience will be an advantage.

Generic skills

• Clarity in critical thinking and processing, ability to synthesize insights and define clear action plan from data and facts
• Strong analytical skills to evaluate companies, market trends, economic conditions, and competitive landscapes
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently without constant supervision