Principal, Digital Economy

SG Growth Capital Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A strategic investment platform in Singapore is seeking a Principal to lead the investment lifecycle and manage portfolio strategies. This role involves conducting due diligence, developing sector strategies, and analyzing global investment opportunities. Candidates should have at least 10 years of relevant experience, a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Engineering, and strong communication skills. Join a dynamic team and play a vital role in driving innovation within high-growth sectors.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of relevant work experience with a proven track record of investments.
• Experience leading transactions from inception to close.

Responsibilities

• Lead key initiatives and take ownership of the investment lifecycle.
• Research and analyze trends to identify global investment opportunities.
• Conduct due diligence on investment targets.
• Support senior management in corporate strategy and processes.

Skills

Excellent relationship management capabilities

Communication and presentation skills

Multi-tasking

Ability to work independently

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Engineering

MBA or CFA

Job description

Overview

SG Growth Capital is the strategic investment platform of Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) and Enterprise Singapore. We provide capital, networks and expertise to help portfolio companies scale across the region and globally. Through our investment arms EDBI and SEEDS, we back global leaders and local startups to drive innovation, create good jobs and support Singapore’s long-term economic resilience.

Our investments focus on high-growth sectors including the Digital Economy, Green and Bio-Economy, Next-Gen Hardware, Healthcare, and other select industry clusters. Join us and be part of the journey.

Responsibilities

• The Principal will lead key initiatives and take ownership of the investment lifecycle of a transaction, working closely with senior leadership to conduct the following:
• Sector strategy and deal-sourcing: Lead the investment thesis and strategy development for specific technology verticals (e.g., AI, Cybersecurity). Research, analyze, and synthesize trends to identify and originate global investment opportunities. Establish a proprietary network of founders and co-investors to ensure a differentiated deal flow.
• Due diligence: Lead the end-to-end execution of transactions. Assess commercial viability and conduct due diligence on investment targets, taking into account risk-reward scenarios, as well as strategic and financial considerations. Drive investment structuring and lead negotiations on investment terms, working closely with SGGC’s Legal team. Support the preparation of the investment memo and presentation to Investment Committee.
• Portfolio management: Conduct portfolio management including assessing corporate actions and strategy implementation to grow value, and where applicable, work with SGGC’s Portfolio Growth team to assist on management and talent selection, business development, branding and awareness etc, to achieve higher return on investment.
• Corporate strategy and processes: Support senior management in overall corporate strategy and processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree and above in Computer Science or Engineering.
• At least 10 years of relevant work experience with a proven track record of investments in the sector leading transactions from inception to close.
• Additional Finance-related qualification such as MBA or CFA would be of significant advantage.
• Excellent relationship management capabilities, communication and presentation skills.
• Team player with strong abilities to multi-task and work independently in a fast-paced environment.