Associate, Private Equity, Direct Investments Group (Summer 2027 Start)

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 utilise our comparative advantages, namely, a long investment horizon, global presence, sector expertise, as well as skilled, and experienced teams.
Direct Investments Group
The Direct Investment strategy is GIC's platform for making large-scale private equity investments. The group focuses on sourcing and investing directly in companies, and invests both independently and alongside other private equity sponsors. The group ranks as one of the leading private equity sponsors in North America based on capital deployed. Notable investments include Ancestry.com, Medline, Ultimate Kronos Group (UKG), PetSmart and Chewy.com, Refinitiv, and Altium.
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 Associate?

• Support deal evaluation through building detailed financial models, conduct in-depth research on industries and markets, conduct financial and commercial due diligence and synthesizing results.
• Prepare investment presentations, memos and proposals, and presenting key findings to investment committee.
• Support GIC representatives at investee company board meetings and interacting with company management / investors on a regular basis.
• Contribute as a generalist, with specialization within 2-3 industries

What qualifications or skills should you possess in this role?

• Strong academic qualifications.
• At least 2 years of work experience in a top-tier investment bank or PE fund.
• Excellent financial analysis and modeling skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively in deal teams.

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
As an employer, we passionately believe every individual brings with them unique diversity of thought and perspectives to meaningfully enrich perspectives of GIC teams to drive competitive performance. An inclusive environment yields exceptional contribution.
Compensation
Our compensation philosophy reflects several principles. We strive to provide a competitive compensation package to attract and retain talent globally. We pay for performance, and reward sustainable results. Total pay for this position comprises base pay and bonus. The anticipated base salary range for this role is between $135,000 and $175,100. Bonuses, which may form a meaningful proportion of the total pay package, are determined based on company and individual performance.
Learn More
Learn more about our Private Equity Department here: https://gic.careers/group/private-equity/