Position Overview
This is an Investment Associate role within the Asia private equity team based in Singapore. This hire is expected to play a key role in all aspects of our private equity fund investments and support on co-investment and secondary transactions within the Asia (ex-China) region with a focus on India, Australia and Japan. There will also be collaboration with the broader Asia and respective global teams. This is a career track role with the opportunity for advancement within our Asia investment practice group.
About Schroders
Schroders is a global investment manager which provides active asset management, wealth management and investment solutions. We aim to provide excellent investment performance to clients through active management. We serve a diverse client base that includes pension schemes, insurance companies, sovereign wealth funds, endowments, foundations, high net worth individuals, family offices, as well as end clients through partnerships with distributors, financial advisers, and online platforms.
Established in 1804, we have around 5,500 people across 36 global locations. Schroders' success can be attributed to its diversified business model, spanning different asset classes, client types and geographies.
Job specification
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Support execution of investment due diligence of investment opportunities in private equity /or venture capital funds and co-investments, encompassing research, assessment, valuation and modelling of various transaction types.
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Conduct industry research and develop market and sector insights relevant to covered geographies
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Drive transaction assessment including secondary and primary research, comps comparison, valuation modelling
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Support preparation of investment recommendations to the Schroders Capital Investment Committee
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Support development of relationships with industry participants, including fund managers and advisors
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Support preparation of client pitches and requests, and development of new marketing material
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Support portfolio monitoring of co-investments, preparation of quarterly reports and investment updates for Schroders Capital investors
Desired profile
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Minimum Bachelor degree in Economics, Finance or Business Administration from an accredited university combined with a postgraduate training (CFA or CAIA)
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Master’s degree / MBA would be preferred, but not a mandatory pre-requisite
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Financial investment experience with minimum 3 to 6 years of relevant work experience in direct private equity or venture capital investing, investment banking, transaction advisory (due diligence) or corporate finance
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Experience in quantitative and qualitative analysis, financial modelling, financial analysis, and valuation
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Excellent communication skills (written / verbal / presentation)
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An ability to manage multiple responsibilities and time-sensitive deliverables with a high degree of quality and accuracy
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A high level of curiosity, strong discipline, and attention to detail
We recognise potential, whoever you are
Our purpose is to deliver excellent investment performance to clients through active management. We believe diverse perspectives and an inclusive culture help us make better decisions and achieve better outcomes for our clients. That's why inclusion is a strategic priority for us, and we are an equal opportunities employer. You are welcome here, regardless of your age, disability, gender identity, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, socio-economic background, or any other protected characteristic.
We will consider flexible working arrangements for all roles and provide reasonable accommodations to support applicants and employees, including those with neurodiversity, disability, or physical and mental health needs. For more information, please visit our FAQs.
About Us
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Economics, Finance, or Business Administration from an accredited university
- Postgraduate training such as CFA or CAIA
- Three to six years of relevant experience in private equity, venture capital, investment banking, transaction advisory, or corporate finance
- Experience with quantitative and qualitative analysis, financial modeling, financial analysis, and valuation
- Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and time-sensitive deliverables accurately
- Master's degree or MBA
Schroders Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Schroders and has not been reviewed or approved by Schroders.
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Retirement Support — Retirement plans are described as mature and competitive, with strong employer-supported schemes in the UK and a well-regarded 401(k) offering in the U.S. Pensions and retirement savings stand out as a distinctive strength within the total rewards package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time off and flexibility are emphasized, with generous annual leave in some markets and volunteer days highlighted in the UK. Flexible/hybrid working is presented as standard, supporting practical use of time-off benefits.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental leave is highlighted as a strength, including enhanced policies in the UK and an increased paid leave period in the U.S. Family-supportive provisions are positioned as part of a broader wellbeing focus.
Schroders Insights
What We Do
As a global investment manager, we help institutions, intermediaries and individuals across the planet meet their goals, fulfil their ambitions, and prepare for the future. But as the world changes, so do our clients’ needs. That’s why we have a long history of adapting to suit the times and keeping our focus on what matters most to our clients. Doing this takes experience and expertise. We bring together people and data to spot the trends that will shape the future. This provides a unique perspective which allows us to always invest with conviction. We are responsible for £773.7 billion (€912.6 billion/$978.1 billion)* of assets for our clients who trust us to deliver sustainable returns. We remain determined to build future prosperity for them, and for all of society. Today, we have 6,000+ people across six continents who focus on doing just this. We are a global business that’s managed locally. This allows us to always keep our clients’ needs at the heart of everything we do. For over two centuries and more than seven generations we’ve grown and developed our expertise in tandem with our clients’ needs and interests. Source: Schroders, all data as at 30 June 2024. Disclaimer: Investing in securities is subject to risk. The value of investments can go down as well as up and is not guaranteed. Schroders will not make direct contact with you, via any social media platform or direct messaging service, to sell our products. If you think you have been a victim of a scam or have received unsolicited contact using the Schroders name or any associated names, and have any concerns, then please contact our Financial Crime Team using the details below: Telephone: +44(0)20 7658 4004 Email: [email protected] Schroder Investment Management Limited (Head Office): 1 London Wall Place, London EC2Y 5AU Tel: +44 (0)20 7658 6000 Schroder Fund Advisors LLC, Member FINRA, SIPC (US): 875 Third Avenue, New York, NY, 10022 Tel: +1 (800) 730-2932
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