VP, Business Strategy & Management

GIC; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sovereign wealth fund in Singapore is seeking a Vice President of Business Strategy and Management to shape strategic direction within the Investment Services Private Markets Department. The role involves formulating business strategies, overseeing project management, and driving change. Candidates should have at least 7 years of experience and strong leadership skills. This position promotes flexibility with a focus on collaboration across teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years relevant experience in financial services or strategy consulting.
• Strong ability to drive change and foster collaboration.
• Proactive and versatile self-starter capable of managing multiple projects.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and implement business strategies to drive growth and efficiency.
• Oversee projects to ensure effective change management.
• Collaborate with partners to evolve market infrastructure.

Skills

Strategic planning

Project management

Leadership

Data analytics

Communication

Change management

Education

Degree in Business or Finance

Job description

GIC is one of the world’s largest sovereign wealth funds, with over 2,000 employees across 11 offices worldwide. We invest in more than 40 countries across various asset classes and industries. Working at GIC offers exposure to a global network of industry leaders. As a leading long-term investor, we focus on the financial future of Singapore and the communities we serve globally.

Investment Services Private Market

The Investment Services Private Market (ISPVM) Department provides strategic investment services and financial management for GIC's Private Markets. Leveraging data and emerging technologies, the department manages deal structuring, due diligence, financial operations, tax structuring, valuations, and financial reporting.

Business Strategy & Management (ISPVM)

GIC's ISPVM department is seeking a Vice President of Business Strategy and Management to shape strategic direction and oversee implementation within the department.

Responsibilities:

1. Strategy Development: Formulate and implement business strategies to drive growth and efficiency.
2. Strategic Planning: Understand business priorities, develop new operating models, programs, processes, and tools to achieve strategic outcomes.
3. Partnerships and Collaboration: Partner with GIC teams to drive operational excellence, digitalization, and cross-departmental initiatives.
4. Market Infrastructure: Collaborate with partners to evolve market infrastructure and best practices.
5. Analytics and Reporting: Provide insights to support decision-making around strategy and financials.
6. Project Management: Oversee projects, ensure effective change management, and align initiatives with strategic goals.
7. Implementation: Translate enterprise strategies into actionable plans for private markets.
8. Data and Technology: Work with data, technology, and operations teams on platform development, data governance, and analytics.
9. Change Management: Monitor and facilitate change implementation and adaptation.
10. Business Management: Develop policies to enhance performance and oversee operational metrics.
11. Financial Oversight: Manage budgets, costs, and business planning.
12. Support and Administration: Support training, stakeholder engagement, and administrative functions.

Qualifications and Skills:

1. Degree in Business, Finance, or related field; minimum 7 years relevant experience in financial services or strategy consulting.
2. Experience in strategic planning and project management.
3. Strong leadership, communication, and influencing skills.
4. Ability to drive change and foster collaboration.
5. Proactive, versatile self-starter capable of managing multiple projects.
6. Strong data analytics skills and ability to translate complex data into insights.
7. Knowledge of private markets is advantageous.

Our Values and Culture

At GIC, we aim to be forward-looking and impact-driven. Join our diverse teams to innovate, share your views, and make a difference. We are guided by our PRIME Values: Prudence, Respect, Integrity, Merit, and Excellence.

Work Flexibility

Our offices promote collaboration, but we also value flexibility. Teams typically work in-office four days a week, with options for remote work.

Equal Opportunity Employer

GIC values diversity and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, or other protected categories.

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

Our PRIME Values

GIC’s PRIME Values—Prudence, Respect, Integrity, Merit, and Excellence—guide our behaviors, decision-making, and relationships with clients, partners, and employees.