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AVP – Private Equity, Direct Investments Group

GIC | New York, NY

Job Summary

Grow the firm’s Direct Investment Group’s on-the-ground presence in North America and for further developing the pipeline of investments and portfolio of assets in the region. Bachelor’s degree from a top-tier university. 4+ years of total finance experience, including 2+ years working for a private equity fund.

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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.

GIC Private Equity

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

Direct Investments Group (North America)

The Direct Investment Group makes large investments directly into leading companies across different sectors. The group focuses on sourcing and investing both independently and alongside other private equity sponsors. The Direct Investment Group typically invests in mid- to large-cap businesses with established market presence and cash flows, with opportunities to improve performance through a variety of operational and growth initiatives. Notable investments include Ancestry.com, Copeland, Medline, Refinitiv, PetSmart, Ultimate Kronos Group (UKG), and Veritext.

Our team consists of over 20 investment professionals and is based in New York and San Francisco.

What Impact Can You Make In This Role?

You will be part of a team that is one of the largest, and most established private equity investors in the world today.

What Will You Do As An AVP?

* Play a key role in growing GIC Direct Investment Group’s on-the-ground presence in North America and for further developing the pipeline of investments and portfolio of assets in the region
* Take charge of the full deal lifecycle: Originate and execute investment opportunities, manage deal teams, and manage liaison with the partners and external advisors
* Lead deal appraisal, negotiate transaction documentation, and present investment decisions to the investment committee
* Beyond investment approval, take an active role in monitoring portfolio companies, including attending board meetings and reporting on investment progress

The team operates in a flat and meritocratic culture – empowering junior staff and thriving on the hands-on involvement of the senior team members.

What Qualifications or Skills Should You Possess In This Role?

* Bachelor’s degree from a top-tier university
* MBA helpful, but not required
* 4-7 years of total finance experience, including at least 2 years working for a private equity fund
* Strong investment track record
* Experience with managing operational assets
* Detail-oriented, with a hands-on attitude to deal execution
* Team player, self-starter, able to work independently and with little supervision
* Maturity, presence, strong organization and verbal communication skills are critical due to the exposure and close interaction with senior members of investment team and senior executives

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  • Job Reference #: 16867
  • Compensation: $ 235,000
  • Min Education: BA/BS
  • Min Experience: 4 years

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