Assistant Vice President/Vice President, Portfolio Development

About Temasek

Temasek is a globally recognized investment firm headquartered in Singapore with a net portfolio valued at S$434 billion as of March 31, 2025. Marking its unlisted assets at market value could increase this to S$469 billion, highlighting significant value uplift. Temasek operates with the purpose "So Every Generation Prospers," focusing on sustainable long-term returns and maintaining global offices across multiple cities in Asia, Europe, North and South America.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive strategic and operational analyses of portfolio companies, focusing on financial health, business strategy, competitive positioning, operational efficiency, performance, and market and industry trends.
• Lead the identification, assessment, and execution of value creation initiatives including strategic refocusing, operational enhancements, balance sheet optimization, and corporate restructuring.
• Develop, maintain, and challenge detailed valuation and financial models such as SOTP, DCF, DDM, and comparative analyses to support investment decisions, including scenario planning and sensitivity testing.
• Monitor portfolio performance against financial and operational KPIs, assess competitive positioning, financial strength, and emerging risks, providing actionable insights to improve long-term value.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, senior management, and board directors to facilitate strategic discussions, decision-making, and ensure accountability in initiative execution.
• Contribute to portfolio-wide initiatives including identifying synergies and best practices, supporting organic and inorganic growth strategies, and promoting knowledge sharing.
• Manage selected projects end-to-end encompassing problem definition, analysis, stakeholder engagement, recommendation formulation, and implementation oversight.
• Mentor and coach junior team members, supporting their professional development and enhancing team capabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, Economics, or related fields with excellent academic achievement.
• Between 5 to 8 years’ experience in top-tier management consulting, investment banking, private equity, corporate finance, M&A, accounting, or related disciplines.
• Proven expertise in strategic analysis, financial modelling, valuation, and complex problem-solving.
• Skilled in engaging and influencing senior stakeholders effectively.
• Ability to convert analysis into actionable, execution-driven recommendations while managing multiple priorities in a demanding environment.
• Self-driven with a strong sense of ownership and independent work ethic.
• Excellent communication and writing skills, adept at clarifying complex issues succinctly.
• Familiarity with financial data platforms such as Bloomberg, Capital IQ, and FactSet.
• Proficiency in AI tools including ChatGPT and Copilot to enhance research, synthesis, and productivity.