Portfolio Manager – Japan Equities (Fundamental Research, Long/Short Net Neutral)

ACG Management Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading investment management firm based in Singapore is seeking a Portfolio Manager – Japan Equities. The role requires native-level fluency in Japanese and strong financial analysis skills to construct and manage a long/short net neutral portfolio focused on small to mid-cap Japanese equities. Candidates must have at least 3–5 years of equity research experience and a strong understanding of Japanese business culture. This position offers a performance-driven compensation structure and the opportunity to work independently.

Benefits

Performance-driven compensation structure

Strong operational, compliance, and risk management support

Independent environment with accountability

Qualifications

• Native-level Japanese fluency essential for company interaction and research.
• Minimum 3–5 years of buy-side or sell-side equity research experience.
• Proven financial modeling and valuation expertise.

Responsibilities

• Independently construct and manage a long/short net neutral Japan equities portfolio.
• Conduct deep-dive bottom-up research on Japanese companies.
• Engage directly with company management and analyst teams in Japanese.

Skills

Financial analysis skills

Japanese fluency (native-level)

Financial modeling expertise

Attention to detail

Independent thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field

Tools

Bloomberg

Job description

Location: Singapore Office

Company: ACG Management Pte. Ltd.

Language Requirement: Native-level fluency in Japanese (reading, writing, and speaking) is REQUIRED

About Us

ACG Management Pte. Ltd. is a Singapore-based investment management firm specializing in Japan-focused fundamental long/short equity strategies with a net neutralportfolio approach. Operating under a multi-manager platform, we focus on small to mid-cap Japanese equities, targeting earnings surprises and valuation inefficiencies through rigorous bottom-up research.

We are seeking a Portfolio Manager – Japan Equities who combines strong financial analysis skills with native-level Japanese fluency. A deep understanding of Japanese business culture and communication style is essential to conduct meaningful company research and engage effectively with management teams in Japan.

Key Responsibilities

Portfolio Management & Research

Independently construct and manage a long/short net neutral Japan equities portfolio

Conduct deep-dive bottom-up research on Japanese companies, particularly small and mid-cap names

Build and maintain detailed financial models to forecast earnings and valuations

Generate and manage both long and short investment ideas based on proprietary research

Monitor company developments, industry dynamics, and macroeconomic factors impacting Japanese equities

Communication & Cultural Insight

Engage directly with company management, investor relations teams, and sell-side analysts in Japanese

Attend earnings calls, analyst briefings, and company visits primarily in Japanese

Leverage cultural fluency to interpret subtle communication nuances and gain differentiated insights

Communicate research findings clearly and collaborate with internal stakeholders where appropriate

Risk & Compliance

Manage portfolio within the firm’s net neutral exposure parameters and investment guidelines

Monitor exposures, liquidity, and position-level risks independently

Work with internal risk and operations teams to support reporting and compliance processes

Requirements

Native-level Japanese fluency (reading, writing, speaking) – essential for company interaction and research

Strong understanding of Japanese business culture and communication practices

Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field

Minimum 3–5 years of buy-side or sell-side equity research experience, with preference for Japanese equities coverage

Proven financial modeling and valuation expertise (DCF, comparables, scenario analysis)

Demonstrated ability to generate actionable long and short investment ideas and manage net exposure

Independent thinker with intellectual curiosity, attention to detail, and a passion for fundamental investing

Familiarity with Bloomberg and financial databases a plus

Why Join Us

Opportunity to manage your own independent book within a proven multi-manager platform

Direct company access across a broad range of Japanese small and mid-cap names

Strong operational, compliance, and risk management support so you can focus on alpha generation

Independent environment with clear accountability for results

Performance-driven compensation structure with significant upside potential