Project Associate, Investment Services Private Markets

GIC Private Limited; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sovereign wealth fund seeks a Project Associate for a 2-year contract to support transformation projects in Investment Services Private Markets. In this role, you will implement new capabilities, develop business user requirements, monitor project progress, and assist with data initiatives. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of relevant experience, with strong project management and communication skills. Join a vibrant team committed to making a positive impact in financial services.

Benefits

Flexible work arrangements

Professional growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience, preferably in the financial services industry.
• Experience in data and transformation projects or business product management.
• Good project and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of new capabilities in enterprise projects for private markets.
• Participate in developing business user requirements according to the project plan.
• Monitor and communicate project progress, identify and mitigate risks.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Information Systems or related fields

Job description

Project Associate, Investment Services Private Markets (2-year contract)

Location: Singapore, SG

Job Function: Investment Services Private Markets

Job Type: Contract

GIC is one of the world’s largest sovereign wealth funds. With over 2,000 employees across 11 offices around the world, we invest in more than 40 countries globally across asset classes and businesses. Working at GIC gives you exposure to an extraordinary network of the world’s industry leaders. As a leading global long-term investor, we work at the point of impact for Singapore’s financial future, and the communities we invest in worldwide.

Investment Services Private Markets (ISPVM)

ISPVM is the department responsible for private markets investment services across the GIC group. It is responsible for providing deal structuring and closing, portfolio monitoring, valuation, finance, operations, tax, data management and analytics services in the execution of private markets investments in Real Estate, Private Equity, Private Credit, and Infrastructure. It is also involved in financial reporting and accounting of investment holding companies, as well as operations and financial due diligence for asset operations.

What impact can you make in this role?

We are looking for a suitable candidate to work with a team on transformation projects. In this role, you will play a part in project implementation and work with cross functional teams to drive process improvements and strengthen our business capabilities. You’ll work with systems and innovative tools to roll out solutions. This role offers the opportunity to execute projects that harness the power of technology and data to enable more efficient operations and data driven decision making.

What will you do as a Project Associate?

• Support the implementation of new capabilities in enterprise projects for private markets
• Participate in developing business user requirements and ensuring they are delivered according to the project plan and roadmap
• Monitor and communicate project progress, identify and mitigate risks ahead of time
• Perform data migration activities in relation to system implementation
• Develop project-related documentation to facilitate knowledge transfer and training of end users
• Assist in enterprise related data initiatives as part of the private markets’ representation

What qualifications or skills should you possess in this role?

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Information Systems or related fields of study
• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience, preferably in the financial services industry
• Experience in data and transformation projects or business product management, with good hands‑on experience working with data to execute project delivery with a business perspective
• Committed and motivated individual who is meticulous and enjoys working in a fast-paced dynamic environment
• Good project and time management skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Knowledge in private markets domain is a strong bonus

Work at the Point of Impact

We need to be forward‑looking to attract the right people to help us become the Leading Global Long‑term Investor. Join our ambitious, agile, and diverse teams – be empowered to push boundaries and pursue innovative ideas, share your views, and be heard. Be anchored on our PRIME Values: Prudence, Respect, Integrity, Merit and Excellence, which guides us in how we make our day‑to‑day decisions. We strive to inspire. To make an impact.

Flexibility at GIC

At GIC, our offices are vibrant hubs for ideation, professional growth, and interpersonal connection. At the same time, we believe that flexibility allows us to do our best work and be our best selves. Thus, our teams come into the office four days per week to harness the benefits of in‑person collaboration, but have the flexibility to choose which days they work from home and adjust this arrangement as situational needs arise.

GIC is an equal opportunity employer

GIC is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

GIC is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Please email [e-mail] at any point of the application or interview process if adjustments need to be made due to a disability.

Learn more about our Investment Services Private Markets Department here: https://gic.careers/group/investment-services-private-markets/