Job Description

GIC is one of the world\'s largest sovereign wealth funds. With over 2,000 employees across 11 offices 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.Total Portfolio Policy & Allocation
The Economics & Investment Strategy Department (EIS) is responsible for long-term strategic asset allocation, economic research as well as identification of new investment trends and opportunities for GIC. The Total Portfolio Policy and Allocation division in EIS works closely with the Group Executive Committee (GEC) to shape the Total Portfolio\'s strategic outlook, define asset class exposures and benchmarks, and target optimal internal active strategy capital allocations over long- and medium- term horizons. You will help to formulate long-term and medium-term investment policies for the Total Portfolio and drive optimal capital allocation through rigorous portfolio research and analysis.What Impact can you make in this role?
You will articulate GIC\'s strategic outlook, determine asset exposures and benchmarks, implement new return streams and investment models, and optimise the risk-reward of the GIC Portfolio. We are looking for a suitable candidate to join our Total Portfolio Policy and Allocation division. This is a high impact position that will work closely with colleagues across numerous investment groups to refine and optimize investment and portfolio management policy, while ensuring effective implementation.What will do you in this role?

• Conduct research and analysis of a diverse range of asset classes spanning private and liquid alternative markets for asset allocation purposes
• Produce regular market updates, return forecasts and risk modelling for those markets, applying both fundamental and quantitative perspectives.
• Contribute to the long-term capital allocation process, articulate and communicate the asset class assessment and contribution to total portfolio.
• Engage with GIC internal investment teams and external managers in idea generation, investment strategy and market assessment.
• Effectively communicate relevant and insightful analyses, conclusions, implications and recommendations to internal stakeholders and senior management.

What qualifications or skills should you possess in this role?

• Advanced degree in relevant finance, economics, engineering or mathematics qualifications
• At least 4 years of industry experience in relevant experience in asset management, investment due diligence and/or portfolio management; experience with private markets is a plus
• Good financial knowledge and intuition, with knowledge on capital market trends and developments
• Strong analytical capability, including keen interest in strategy research, portfolio construction, asset allocation
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, comfortable with presenting to senior stakeholders.
• Proficiency in programming.
• Ability to work collaboratively and foster internal and external relationships.

Work at the Point of ImpactWe 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 GICAt 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.GIC is an equal opportunity employerGIC is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.Please email at any point of the application or interview process if adjustments need to be made due to a disability.Learn MoreLearn more about our Economics & Investment Strategy Department here:Our PRIME ValuesOur PRIME ValuesGIC is a values driven organization. GIC\xe2\x80\x99s PRIME Values act as our compass, enabling us to fulfil our fundamental purpose and objectives. It is the foundational bedrock which governs our behaviors, our decision making, and our focus. It informs both our long-term strategy as a firm, and the way we relate to our Client, business partners and employees. PRIME stands for Prudence, Respect, Integrity, Merit and Excellence.

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