Director, Transactions and Asset Management

Manulife Financial; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider is seeking a senior professional to manage real estate investments in Southeast Asia, focusing on value enhancement and new opportunities. Ideal candidates will have 10 years of experience in asset management and a strong track record in portfolio management. The role offers a dynamic working environment with recognition and support for career growth in a diverse workplace.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in real estate investment and asset management with a strong focus on Southeast Asia.
• Proven track record in managing real estate portfolios and executing value enhancement strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage real estate investments and asset management activities in Southeast Asia.
• Oversee execution of value enhancement initiatives for existing investments.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial modeling

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business or related field

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Manulife is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make decisions easier and lives better. Help shape the future you want to see — and discover that better can take you anywhere you want to go.

Position Responsibilities:

Investment and Asset Management:

• Lead and manage real estate investments and asset management activities in Southeast Asia, with a focus on Singapore.
• Oversee the execution of value enhancement initiatives for existing investments in SEA, including projects in Malaysia, Vietnam, and Indonesia.
• Identify and evaluate new investment opportunities to meet the demand from both GA and third-party investors.

Support Credit Fund:

• Collaborate with our partners e to support the launch and management of the Credit Fund.
• Leverage and enhance the existing team’s experience in real estate credit.

Portfolio Management and Product Development:

• Assist in portfolio management and product development initiatives.
• Provide strategic input and support for expanding our product offerings in the APAC real estate market.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Finance, Business, or a related field. Advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of10 years of experience in real estate investment and asset management, with a strong focus on Southeast Asia.
• Proven track record in managing real estate portfolios and executing value enhancement strategies.
• Experience with real estate credit and fund management is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical and financial modeling skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a regional team environment and manage multiple priorities.

When you join our team:

• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
• We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
• As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact [e-mail].

Working Arrangement

Hybrid