AVP - Private Equity, Direct Investments Group

GIC is one of the world’s largest sovereign wealth funds. With over 2,000 employees across 11 locations 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.

Private Equity

We invest capital in areas where we can utilise our comparative advantages, namely, a long investment horizon, global presence, sector expertise, as well as skilled, and experienced teams.

The Private Equity Direct Investments Group has a flexible mandate allowing us to invest directly in companies, as a minority, co-control and sole or lead investor. Our investment philosophy is founded on partnering with high quality management teams and key stakeholders to help world-class businesses achieve their objectives. We have invested directly in c.500 companies globally across multiple sectors, with a focus on high quality, stable businesses with competitive moats, high cash generation, and sustained growth potential aligned with our long-term ownership mindset. 

We are looking for a suitable candidate to join our Direct Investments team in Europe as an AVP. The close-knit team currently comprises 14 investment professionals based in London. 

What you will do as an AVP

Work predominantly as part of small deal teams to source, evaluate, and execute direct investments in private companies across a range of sectors and geographies Be involved in all aspects of the transaction process, including modelling and valuation, taking ownership of some workstreams of the commercial and financial due diligence, preparing and presenting materials to the Investment Committee Establish, develop, and maintain relationships with counterparties, including potential and existing investee companies alongside more senior investment officers as well as advisors and counterparties at other investing firms  Monitor certain of GIC’s investments, which includes supporting GIC representative at board meetings, tracking financial performance, interacting with management and other shareholders on a regular basis, developing exit plans  Take part in ad-hoc projects such as global sector reviews, market mapping of specific sub-sectors, strategic reviews 

What makes you a successful candidate?

4-6 years of work experience, with relevant transaction history at a leading principal investing firm / private equity fund. Educated to post-graduate / graduate level. Strong track record of performance, success and impact at current employer Self-starter and ability to operate in a less structured environment. Very strong commercial judgment and a passion for understanding what drives business quality and value. The ability to develop and defend an investment point of view. Proven skills and experience in commercial, financial and valuation analysis. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. European language skills would be a plus.

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.

We are 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.