Investment Analyst, Asia Credit

Ares Management Corporation; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A global investment management firm in Singapore is seeking an Investment Analyst to join its Asia Credit team. The role involves conducting in-depth financial analysis, building financial models, and presenting investment opportunities. Ideal candidates are self-motivated with a passion for investing and strong analytical skills. This is an entry-level full-time position offering exposure to a range of investment structures.

Qualifications

• Over 2 years of relevant work experience or fresh graduates with GPA 3.3 or above considered.
• Strong proficiency with numbers is essential.
• Ability to explain facts clearly.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with senior investment professionals on new and existing deals.
• Analyze financial statements and build financial models.
• Present investment recommendations.

Skills

Passion for investing and valuation

Strong analytical skills

Advanced MS Excel and financial modelling skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills in English

Initiative and entrepreneurial spirit

Multi-tasking skills

Education

Undergraduate or Masters graduate

Preferably Business/Accounting/Finance/Economics/Mathematics/Statistics

Job description

Investment Analyst, Asia Credit at Ares Management Corporation

Join to apply for the Investment Analyst, Asia Credit role at Ares Management Corporation

Over the last 20 years, Ares’ success has been driven by our people and our culture. Today, our team is guided by our core values – Collaborative, Responsible, Entrepreneurial, Self-Aware, Trustworthy – and our purpose to be a catalyst for shared prosperity and a better future. Through our recruitment, career development and employee-focused programming, we are committed to fostering a welcoming and inclusive work environment where high-performance talent of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives can build careers within this exciting and growing industry.

Ares Asia Credit team is looking to hire an Investment Analyst to join its Investment team based in Singapore. As part of the investment team, the individual will help to make direct special situations and credit investments. The individual will perform in-depth analysis on potential investment opportunities and build up a detailed understanding of the industry, the competitive dynamics therein and the target company.

The work will involve both desktop research, such as analysis and modelling of financial accounts, as well as on-the-ground work. While the work will be primarily based in Singapore, the role will have a pan-Asia scope and may require the candidate to travel within Asia. The individual will also assist in deal execution, the ongoing management and exit of investments.

We are looking for self-motivated individuals with a strong interest in investing and a desire to gain exposure to a wide variety of industries and transaction structures. Individuals comfortable in a fast-paced environment will be best suited for the role.

Primary Functions And Essential Responsibilities

• Work directly with senior investment professionals on new and existing deals
• Interact with investee companies and other industry participants to manage investment positions and gather industry insights
• Research, compile industry data and understand industry trends and competitive dynamics
• Collect company level operational and financial data
• Analyze financial statements
• Build and update detailed financial models for companies
• Perform valuation using different methodologies
• Identify potential investment risks and consider potential mitigants
• Distill the insights of analysis and present investment recommendations
• Prepare Investment Committee (IC) memorandums
• Participate in meetings with investee companies and with the in-house investment committee
• Handle other ad-hoc projects

Qualifications

Education:

• Undergraduate or Masters graduate with over 2 years of relevant work experience
• Fresh graduates (GPA 3.3 or above) will also be considered for Analyst
• Preferably a major in Business/Accounting/Finance/Economics/Mathematics/Statistics (other disciplines are also welcome) GPA 3.3 or above

Skills And Abilities Required

• Passion for investing and valuation
• Self-motivated, enjoy challenges and willing to continually learn
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency with numbers
• Advanced MS Excel and financial modelling skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English, and Chinese preferred
• Excellent editorial and review skills
• Initiative and entrepreneurial spirit
• Ability to explain facts and findings in a clear and succinct manner (both verbally and in writing)
• Possess multi-tasking skills and ability to work well under pressure
• Strong team player

Reporting Relationships

Managing Director, Asia Credit

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Finance and Sales

There is no set deadline to apply for this job opportunity. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the search is no longer active.