Associate/Assistant Vice President, Corporate Affairs & Communications

Associate/Assistant Vice President, Corporate Affairs & Communications

GIC is one of the world’s largest sovereign wealth funds. With over 2100 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.

Corporate Affairs & Communications Department

We handle leading corporate communications, branding and marketing, partnerships, social impact, and other communications with internal and external collaborators. Our team plays a key role in positioning GIC as the leading global long-term investor.

What will you do as an Associate/Assistant Vice President, Corporate Affairs & Communications?

Reporting to the VP of Corporate Affairs and Communications, EMEA, the successful candidate will need to demonstrate excellent written skills, great stakeholder management and sound judgment, as well as an interest in the asset management industry. In addition, you will be part of a high performing global team and have wide exposure to executive leadership and other teams in GIC.

1. Support internal and external communications. These include leading compilation of the monthly internal London newsletter, writing intranet articles and working with head office on global initiatives, as well as contributing to investment transaction communications and thought leadership efforts for GIC.

2. Work with teams across the business, eg investment teams and corporate services, to source and develop engaging content for the global intranet.

3. Liaise with key portfolio companies to manage issues / crises that may pose a reputational risk to GIC.

4. Organise external and internal communications events, such as townhalls, partners’ and flagship events.

5. Implement internal and external communications strategies that are aligned with HQ’s priorities and aimed at building our culture or enabling key external stakeholders to understand GIC.

What qualifications or skills should you possess in this role?

1. 3-6 years of communications and corporate affairs experience; a financial services background is not necessary. In addition to those with in-house experience, candidates with an agency background or former journalists are welcome too.

2. Connect easily with stakeholders inside and outside GIC.

3. Strong interpersonal and communications skills, both written and verbal, and attention to detail.

4. Ability to work across borders, cultures and time zones, and demonstrated flexibility of communication style in order to operate effectively.

5. Excellent time management and an ability to juggle multiple pieces of work and deadlines.

6. Familiarity with MS Office Suite & any video editing tools.

7. Possess social media experience.

8. Highly motivated individual who wants to be part of a global team.

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.

GIC is a Great Place to Work
At GIC, we believe sustainable high performance is driven by high expectations and a commitment to excellence, as well as empowerment and flexibility. As such, we currently operate under a hybrid model in which most employees spend 4 days in office and 1 day working from home each week. This balance allows us to preserve the ‘office as a hub’ for ideation, professional growth, and interpersonal connection, while giving our employees the flexibility to do their best work and be their best selves.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

All applicants who qualify for the role will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, socio economic background or disabilities. GIC (Europe) is signed up to the Halo Code and a Disability Confident Employer. Please email grphrod_ldo@gic.com.sg at any point of the application or interview process if adjustments need to be made due to a disability.

Learn more about our Corporate Affairs & Communication Department here: https://gic.careers/group/corporate-affairs-communication