Associate Director

GEM ASSET MANAGEMENT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment firm in Singapore is seeking an Associate Director to manage high-impact investment transactions. The role includes sourcing deals, leading due diligence, and overseeing portfolio performance. Candidates should have over 8 years of experience in venture capital or private equity, strong analytical skills, and relevant qualifications. This position offers a chance to be pivotal in investment strategies across multiple industries.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in venture capital, private equity/credit, or investment banking.
• Strong analytical and financial skills with valuation knowledge.
• Experience in conducting comprehensive due diligence.

Responsibilities

• Source investment opportunities and lead negotiations.
• Conduct due diligence and lead risk assessment.
• Engage with the Investment Committee on investment cases.

Skills

Venture capital knowledge

Financial acumen

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Education

Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field

CFA or MBA qualifications

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and driven professional to join our Direct Investment Team as an Associate Director. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-impact investment transactions, gain exposure across multiple industries, and play a pivotal part in managing portfolio value creation.

Key Responsibilities

• Deal Origination & Execution – Source investment opportunities, participate in negotiations, and drive end-to-end transaction processes.
• Due Diligence Leadership – Lead comprehensive due diligence on potential deals, including business diligence, risk assessment, coordination of external advisors, and successful transaction closure.
• Investment Committee Engagement – Support the preparation and presentation of investment cases to the Investment Committee.
• Portfolio Management – Oversee and monitor portfolio companies, including loan coupon payments and principal repayments, while ensuring performance tracking.
• Reporting & Valuation – Prepare fund reports, portfolio performance updates, and valuation analyses for internal and external stakeholders.

REQUIREMENTS

• At least 8 years of experience in venture capital, private equity/credit, or investment banking.
• Strong analytical skills and financial acumen, with deep knowledge of valuation methodologies.
• Experience in conducting due diligence from financial, legal, and operational perspectives.
• Exposure to investments in emerging markets, particularly across Asia.
• Strong interest in impact investing and familiarity with impact measurement frameworks.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field. CFA or MBA qualifications are a plus.