Deputy / Assistant Director, Asset Management and Funds Division

You will be part of the team that is responsible for developing and growing Singapore’s asset management sector, and enhancing Singapore’s value proposition as a global funds centre for the co-location of fund management and domiciliation activities.

In this role, you will:

1. Formulate and implement strategies to attract top asset managers across both the traditional and alternative sectors including hedge funds, private equity and venture capital to establish a presence in Singapore, and to deepen and diversify their capabilities here;
2. Work on legislative enhancements to Singapore’s fund structures (including limited partnership and variable capital companies (VCCs)), with the aim of enhancing Singapore’s attractiveness as a leading fund domiciliation centre;
3. Promote innovation and facilitate the adoption of AI and technology by asset managers and the funds ecosystem, including in areas like fund tokenisation and digitalisation of the fund settlement processes;
4. Engage global public investors, such as sovereign wealth and public pension funds, to add to the depth and diversity of the pool of institutional investors in Singapore;
5. As part of your work, you will be in frequent contact with industry players to keep abreast with market trends and formulate strategies to enhance the growth of the funds ecosystem.

[What we are looking for]

1. Excellent analytical and strategic thinking skills
2. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
3. Strong project management skills and ability to drive projects to completion
4. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to manage and influence both internal and external stakeholders
5. A legal background and/or an understanding of Singapore’s legislative processes will be an advantage but is not a requirement

As part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.