Location: Sydney, AU
Job Type: Permanent
GIC is one of the world's largest sovereign wealth funds. With over 2,000 employees across 11 locations 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.
We were an early entrant among institutional investors in real estate including traditional private real estate (brick-and-mortar assets), public equities, real estate investment trusts, and real estate-related debt instruments.
Investments - AustraliaWe are looking for suitable candidates to join our Australia and New Zealand Team as an Associate. The team has a substantial direct real estate portfolio spanning across many sectors and cities. Besides traditional sectors of office, retail, and industrial, the team has invested into alternative sectors like student accommodation, healthcare, multi-family, etc. This role will be based in Sydney.
What impact can you make in this role?You will be part of a team that ranks among the top global real estate investment firms and handles a multi-billion-dollar real estate portfolio globally. You will invest with scale across sectors, regions, and capital stack to generate alpha through our in-house investment and asset management capabilities.
What will you do as an Associate?The Associate will be involved in both investment and asset management functions:
Screen and evaluate deals by performing market research, financial analysis and cash-flow modeling, investment feasibility, and making recommendations to senior members of the team.Form independent thinking and proactively share views.Assist in managing the deal through the whole process, from preparing internal approval papers to due diligence, negotiation, structuring, documentation, and closing. Ability to multi-task and manage processes are critical.Play a key role in asset managing the existing portfolio by working with JV partners or service providers like property managers and leasing agents. Key tasks include the development of annual strategic asset plans and budgets and overseeing their effective implementation.Actively monitor the ongoing performance of the assets through regular review of asset performance against budgets and benchmarks, anticipating issues and recommending solutions ahead of time.Assist senior members of the team in business development and relationship building.What qualifications or skills should you possess in this role?Preferably a degree in Real Estate, Finance, Economics, Business, or a similar discipline.At least 1 - 3 years' relevant working experience in investment and/or asset management. Exposure to the Australian property market will be advantageous.Strong teamwork and collaborative mindsets.Strong critical thinking and business acumen, intellectual curiosity balanced with practical mindset, action-oriented and a good sense of urgency.Attention to detail and an ability to deal with operational processes.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.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 guide us in how we make our day-to-day decisions. We strive to inspire and 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 values diversity and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
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GIC is a values-driven organization. GIC's PRIME Values act as our compass, enabling us to fulfill our fundamental purpose and objectives. It informs both our long-term strategy as a firm and the way we relate to our clients, business partners, and employees.
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