Associate, Direct

HarbourVest Partners; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

HarbourVest Partners is seeking a self-motivated Associate for their Direct Investment team in Singapore. The role involves evaluating investment opportunities, performing due diligence, and preparing financial models.

The ideal candidate has 2-4 years of experience, a thorough knowledge of private equity markets, and excellent communication skills. The position offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring a minimum of four days in the office.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of private equity markets and financial expertise.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience working autonomously in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate investment opportunities in operating companies.
• Conduct due diligence and perform industry research.
• Prepare investment memoranda and financial models.
• Assist in legal negotiations and closing processes.
• Monitor portfolio companies and attend board meetings.

Skills

Knowledge of private equity markets

Excellent communication skills

Ability to meet deadlines

Education

BS / BA

Job description

Job Description Summary

For over forty years, HarbourVest has been home to a committed team of professionals with an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to deliver impactful solutions to our clients and investing partners. As our global firm grows, we continue to add individuals who seek a collaborative, open‑door culture that values diversity and innovative thinking. In our collegial environment, that’s marked by high energy, you’ll be inspired to grow and thrive. Here, you will be encouraged to build on your strengths and acquire new skills and experiences. We are committed to fostering an environment of inclusion that promotes mutual respect among all employees. Understanding and valuing these differences optimizes the potential of both the individual and the firm. HarbourVest is an equal‑opportunity employer. This position will be a hybrid work arrangement, which translates to four days minimum per week in the office.

Position Overview

We are seeking a self‑motivated Associate to join our Direct Investment team. The principal functions include developing opinions on prospective investments, performing due diligence, conducting return analysis and writing investment summaries covering the Asia region.

Ideal Candidate

• Is able to work independently as well as part of a team
• Can thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate and invest directly into operating companies (both in Asia and internationally)
• Perform company due diligence that includes industry research, calls with management teams, research analysts and site tours
• Prepare investment memoranda, generate detailed financial models and recommend investments to the Managing Directors
• Assist in the legal negotiation and closing process for new investments
• Construct evaluative capitalization models and analytic scenarios
• Monitor portfolio companies and attend board meetings / conference call
• Serve as first reviewer for unsolicited offering memos
• Proactively seek new investment opportunities by attending industry conferences and events

Qualifications

• Thorough knowledge of private equity markets and financial expertise
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to meet deadlines

Education

• BS / BA

Experience

• 2‑4 years