Role Overview
IFS Asset Management (IFSAM) is a Singapore-based private credit manager focused on secured, asset-backed lending strategies. We are seeking an experienced institutional capital professional to lead fundraising across institutional and insurance investors, supporting both our Singapore private credit strategies and future APAC-focused private credit funds. This role will work closely with the CIO and senior management team on capital raising, investor engagement, and product positioning.
Key Responsibilities
Institutional & Insurance Fundraising
- Lead capital raising from:
i. Insurance companies
ii. Pension funds
iii. Endowments and foundations
iv. Institutional family offices
v. Reinsurers and balance-sheet investors
- Develop and manage long-term relationships with CIOs, alternatives heads, and investment committees
- Drive anchor and cornerstone investments for new fund launches
- Engage foundation and NGO boards with a strong focus on capital preservation
Investor Due Diligence & Engagement
- Own and manage institutional DDQs, RFPs, and IC processes
- Coordinate investment, risk, and operations teams during due diligence
- Support on-site and virtual investment committee presentations
- Maintain high-quality ongoing engagement with institutional investors
- Support reporting aligned with governance expectations.
Product & Strategy Development
- Work with CIO and investment team on:
- Structuring institutional-grade fund vehicles
- Insurance-friendly features (liquidity, duration, risk metrics)
- Future APAC private credit strategies
- Provide investor feedback into fund design, terms, and positioning
Strategic Partnerships
- Build relationships with:
- Institutional consultants
- Insurance platforms
- Strategic capital partners
- Support development of co-investment, managed account, or bespoke mandates
Required Experience & Qualifications
- 1015 years of experience in institutional fundraising, private credit, or alternatives
- Proven track record raising capital from institutional and/or insurance investors
- Strong understanding of private credit, secured lending, and credit risk
- Familiarity with Asia / APAC markets preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders and ICs
What We Offer
- Opportunity to play a foundational role in scaling a growing private credit platform
- Direct exposure to senior leadership and fund strategy development
- Participation in shaping future APAC and regional strategies
