AVP/VP, Portfolio Implementation Analyst

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GIC
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.


Public Equities
We generate sustainable, superior returns through active investments across global equity markets.

Strategies include total return strategies, absolute return strategies, and relative return strategies.

Our long-term orientation and strong relationships with corporates provide us with opportunities to capitalize on market volatility to deliver strong investment performance.


We are looking for a suitable candidate to join our Portfolio Implementation team as an Assistant Vice President/Vice President.


What will you do in the Portfolio Implementation team?
Portfolio Implementation & Management
Lead and execute equities portfolio activities, including injections, withdrawals, rebalancing, and transitions.


Recommend and implement hedging or equitisation, using both physical and derivatives, for cash / tilt management.


Responsible for generating trade orders, including proposing and sending orders, managing compliance checks, liaising with traders to ensure best execution.


Monitor portfolio risk, performance, and exposures, including cash flows; ensure adherence to defined tracking error thresholds.


Optimize transition costs throughout all stages of portfolio implementation, e.g., portfolio optimisation, pre/post-trade cost analysis.


Uphold rigorous accuracy standards, ensuring alignment with policies and investment objectives.


Collaborate closely with portfolio managers, traders, and other internal teams to ensure precise and timely execution.


Compliance & Controls
Ensure portfolios are structured and maintained in accordance with established design principles.


Utilize technology and analytical platforms to streamline workflows and enhance portfolio implementation efficiency.


Stakeholder Management
Build strong relationships and credibility with internal stakeholders, including investment teams, risk management, and operations.


Engage in strategic projects and contribute to the development of best practices in portfolio implementation.


What qualifications or skills should you possess in this role?
Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or relevant certification (e.g., CFA) preferred.


5-10+ years of experience in portfolio implementation, index portfolio management, or trading within a leading asset management firm, preferably in public equities.


Strong understanding of the market landscape, investment products, trading, and portfolio construction, particularly in public equities.


Proven ability to manage complex projects and multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.


Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.


Experience with portfolio management and/or trading systems, along with proficiency in data analysis and process automation.


High attention to detail, strong collaboration skills, and a solutions-oriented mindset.


Work at the Point of Impact
We 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 GIC
At GIC, our offices are vibrant hubs for ideation, professional growth, and interpersonal connection.

We believe that flexibility allows us to do our best work and be our best selves.

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 employer
GIC 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 more about our Public Equities Department here:
Our PRIME Values: GIC is a values-driven organization.

PRIME stands for Prudence, Respect, Integrity, Merit and Excellence.


Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
General Business, Finance, and Analyst
Industries
Investment Management and Financial Services
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