Managing Director

Job Description & Requirement

Our client is a Japanese leading global Private Equity firm managing buyout funds currently hiring a Managing Director, Private Equity in Singapore due to sustained growth within the firm.

Responsibilities

Investment Leadership

. Lead end-to-end investment lifecycle including origination, evaluation, structuring, negotiation, execution, and exit of private equity transactions

. Develop and articulate clear investment theses aligned with the firm's global strategy

. Oversee financial modelling, due diligence processes, valuation analysis, and transaction negotiations

Portfolio Oversight

. Exercise shareholder governance and conduct board supervision over the senior management team of the portfolio companies.

. Work closely with portfolio company management teams to support strategic developments, operational improvements, and sustainable growth initiatives

. Monitor financial and operational performance of portfolio companies

. Provide periodic reporting to the Investment Committee

Strategic & Organizational Leadership

. Actively contribute to discussions on deal development processes and post-acquisition management initiatives across all deals undertaken by the regional team

. Oversee and mentor the Singapore-based buyout team

. Maintain close alignment with Japan's office on investment strategy, risk management, and reporting standards

. Ensure adherence to the firm's governance framework and compliance requirements

Relationship Management

. Develop and maintain relationships with business partners, intermediaries, and industry stakeholders in the region

. Represent the firm professionally in market engagements and meetings

Requirement

. Bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, Economics or related discipline

. Approximately 15+ years or more of relevant experience in private equity, principal investment, or investment banking, with substantial buyout exposure, and a proven track record of delivering successful investment outcomes and value creation

. Demonstrated experience leading transactions and managing investment teams

. Strong financial analysis, valuation, and negotiation capabilities

. Sound judgment, integrity, and a disciplined approach to investment decision-making

. Ability to operate effectively within a structured, consensus-driven environment

. Business-level proficiency in Japanese is essential to liaise with Japan's office and Japan-based stakeholders

. Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English