Associate/Senior Associate - Investment (Innovation)

About Temasek

Temasek is a global investment firm headquartered in Singapore, managing a portfolio valued at S$518 billion (approximately US$401 billion) as of March 31, 2026. Guided by the purpose "So Every Generation Prospers," Temasek aims to build a resilient, future-ready portfolio delivering sustainable returns over the long term. The firm operates from 13 offices across 9 countries, including locations in Asia such as Beijing, Hanoi, Mumbai, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Singapore, as well as Brussels, London, Mexico City, New York, Paris, San Francisco, and Washington, DC internationally.

Role Responsibilities

• Assist the team in identifying important sector trends and evaluate investment opportunities in early-stage and high-growth sectors, including funds and direct investments.
• Perform research and financial analysis on assigned sub-sectors, companies, and funds to support investment decisions.
• Create financial models and prepare presentations for internal reviews and investment committee discussions.
• Participate in structuring and closing new investments and pursue divestment opportunities when appropriate.
• Monitor existing portfolio assets and new investments to ensure alignment with defined investment theses.
• Build and maintain relationships with companies, fund partners, research analysts, and other relevant stakeholders, including travel as needed.
• Support regular portfolio reporting activities and contribute to firm-wide strategic projects.

Candidate Profile

• Holds excellent academic credentials in any discipline with a strong passion for investment.
• Possesses 1-2 years of professional experience in venture capital, private equity, investment banking, or corporate finance.
• Demonstrates proficiency in financial modelling, including constructing operating, valuation, and return models to assess investments, portfolio performance, and exit strategies.
• Exhibits strong interpersonal, presentation, and written communication skills.
• Works effectively within diverse teams and liaises with multiple stakeholders.
• Is a proactive self-starter capable of managing multiple priorities and working independently.
• Experienced using electronic data platforms such as Bloomberg, Factiva, Capital IQ, Pitchbook, and Preqin for business and industry research, as well as productivity tools like Microsoft Office.