Associate, Investment (Innov8)
Date: 2 Aug 2024
Location: Singapore, Singapore
Company: Singtel Group
At Singtel, our mission is to Empower Every Generation. We are dedicated to fostering an equitable and forward-thinking work environment where our employees experience a strong sense of Belonging, to make meaningful Impact and Grow both personally and professionally. By joining Singtel, you will be part of a caring, inclusive and diverse workforce that creates positive impact and a sustainable future for all.
Be a part of something BIG!
The candidate is responsible for driving Innov8s investment activities in the Asia Pacific region across strategically relevant tech sectors. Scope of investment activities include but not limited to scouting, due diligence, deal execution and portfolio management. The candidate will also support Innov8s overall efforts in helping Singtel keep track of tech trends, adopt new innovative technologies and seek new growth opportunities.
Make an Impact by:
Support the Investment Directors on venture capital investing activities, including research, scouting and sourcing deals, performing company due diligence and deal execution.
Support Investment Directors in portfolio management activities, including monitoring portfolio performance, supporting companies in fund raising activities and championing the companies for commercial and business development opportunities across the Singtel Group.
Assist in scouting and tracking promising new inventions and technologies from around the world and formulating Innov8s perspectives on the latest technology and trends.
Preparation of monthly, quarterly, and ad-hoc reports and presentations
Assist to co-ordinate Innov8 activities (events, workshops, pitching sessions) and / or external parties such as government agencies, industry players, IHLs (e.g. MDA, IDA, NUS etc)
Skills for Success:
Bachelors degree from a reputable tertiary institution
Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, Computer Science, majors are most relevant
2 years relevant working experience, preferably in VC / PE / PEVC financial advisory
Strong interest in technology and innovation trends
Strong business acumen and appreciation of financial models
Comfortable with and able to understand, interpret as well as make inferences from financial statements
Able to build financial models from scratch
Excellent written & oral communication, interpersonal and problem solving skills
Ability to multi-task and work with tight project timelines
Ability to work independently while being a team player
Ability to travel when required
This role is a 1 year direct contract with Singtel.
Rewards that Go Beyond:
Full suite of health and wellness benefits
Ongoing training and development programs
Internal mobility opportunities
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We are committed to a safe and healthy environment for our employees & customers and will require all prospective employees to be fully vaccinated.
