Director, Investments

Job Overview

This pivotal role within Keppel Fund Management & Investment’s Infrastructure team centers on driving investment initiatives across the regional market and overseeing the complete investment lifecycle. The incumbent will focus on deal origination, structuring, execution, and deliver risk-adjusted maximum investment returns aligned with the company’s goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Support senior leadership in capital raising efforts.
• Analyze, originate, structure, negotiate, recommend, and upon approval, close investment transactions, including conducting due diligence and preparing legal documentation in line with the Investment Committee’s mandate.
• Continuously monitor principal markets to identify attractive investment opportunities and propose strategies to enhance long-term returns.
• Establish and nurture relationships with investment partners, service providers, brokers, and other real estate stakeholders within key markets.
• Assist in elevating market awareness of Keppel’s investment mandate.
• Develop and implement asset management and divestment strategies.
• Prepare and deliver periodic reporting including quarterly investor updates, annual reports, and customized asset reports.
• Benchmark asset performance against market standards to ensure targets are met.
• Collaborate with specialized groups within Keppel Fund Management & Investment as needed.
• Mentor and guide junior team members.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum of 12 years’ experience in investment fund management, corporate finance, or M&A, with expertise in power, energy, and/or infrastructure sectors.
• Strong academic background.
• Skilled in market and industry research related to infrastructure or private equity assets.
• Detail-oriented with robust financial modeling and hands-on approach.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced dynamic setting.
• Independent, critical thinker with superior analytical skills.
• Proven decision-making ability for investment and asset management.
• Excellent at stakeholder engagement across diverse levels and functions.
• Strong communication skills, including oral presentations and proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel.
• Willingness to travel frequently to key markets.
• Motivated, challenge-driven with high energy, adaptability, and personable nature.

Business Segment & Platform

This position operates within the Infrastructure business segment focusing on investment activities.