Principal Investment Office

National University of Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Singapore is seeking an experienced investment manager to lead investments and portfolio management across various asset classes, including equities and real estate. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of relevant experience and a strong background in finance or related fields. This role requires exceptional analytical and communication skills. Interested applicants should possess a passion for investing and be adept in using Bloomberg and Microsoft Office tools.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of relevant work experience in investment.
• Strong passion and interest in investing.
• Proven problem-solving skills and critical thinking.

Responsibilities

• Lead research and sourcing for investment ideas.
• Drive the execution of the due diligence process.
• Monitor and manage existing investment portfolios.
• Prepare reports and updates for stakeholders.

Skills

Investment management

Portfolio management

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Attention to details

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in relevant fields

Tools

Bloomberg

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

The Investment Office of the National University of Singapore manages all invested funds of the University. The funds are invested globally across liquid and illiquid asset classes including public equities, fixed income, private equities, hedge funds and real estate. The objective is to provide long term sustainable returns to allow the National University of Singapore to meet its spending needs for current and future generation.

Job Purpose:

Lead investments and portfolio management across a diversified set of asset classes, including public equities, private equity, hedge funds, credit, real estate, and infrastructure.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead research and sourcing for investment ideas
• Drive execution of due diligence process
• Portfolio monitoring and management of existing investments
• Prepare and present reports, proposals and /or updates to the investment committee, NUS management and/or other stakeholders
• Assist and participate with any other ad-hoc duties/projects required by the Investment Office

Qualifications

The ideal candidate should possess the following qualities:

• At least 10 years of work experience, preferably relevant experience in investment
• Bachelor degree or higher in business, finance, accounting, economics, computer science, humanities, data science, law, communication.
• Passion and interest in investing
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Inquisitive
• High attention to details
• High ethical and professional standards
• Team player – can work effectively as part of a team
• Proficient in Bloomberg, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point)

The level will commensurate with the experience, skills that the candidate brings to the position.

More Information

Location: Kent Ridge Campus

Organization: National University of Singapore