Asset Manager – Post-Investment Management (Singapore or Tokyo)
About the Client
Our client is a Japan-based investment group with over 20 years of history and more than USD 3.5 billion in accumulated AUM. The firm has established Singapore as its ASEAN hub while maintaining its headquarters in Tokyo. The group is recognised for its hands-on approach with portfolio companies, strengthening governance, enhancing financial integrity, and creating long-term value across Asia.
Role Overview
This role is focused on post-investment management of portfolio companies, ensuring that governance, financial discipline, and value creation initiatives are successfully implemented. The successful candidate will work closely with portfolio company management, Japan HQ, the Singapore office, and co-investors.
The position can be based in either Tokyo or Singapore .
- If based in Tokyo : the candidate should expect frequent business trips to Singapore to manage ASEAN portfolio companies.
- If based in Singapore : the candidate will work directly with the ASEAN hub while maintaining regular engagement with HQ in Japan. The firm is also open to sponsoring Employment Pass (EP) for Japanese nationals relocating to Singapore .
This is not a front-office execution role . Instead, it is a highly visible position in portfolio oversight, requiring strong financial expertise, cultural sensitivity, and relationship management skills.
Key Responsibilities
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Act as a bridge between HQ in Japan, the Singapore office, portfolio companies, and co-investors.
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Monitor financial and operational performance of portfolio companies; review management accounts, budgets, and forecasts.
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Provide governance support and strategic input on management reporting and improvement initiatives.
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Build strong relationships with portfolio company leadership, including SMEs and subsidiaries of Japanese corporates.
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Represent the firm at board meetings or equivalent forums.
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Collaborate with Japan HQ and Singapore office to prepare portfolio reports and investment committee updates.
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Maintain communication with co-investors in Japanese companies on portfolio matters.
Candidate Profile
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5–10 years of relevant experience in post-investment management, corporate planning, consulting, audit/advisory, or related fields.
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Strong financial and accounting background; CPA or equivalent highly valued .
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Native-level Japanese (required for written and spoken communication with HQ, portfolio companies, and co-investors).
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Bilingual proficiency in English and Japanese.
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High EQ: able to communicate effectively with SMEs and Japanese corporate stakeholders, building trust and alignment.
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Personality fit: down-to-earth, approachable, practical communicator.
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Experience from Sogo Shosha , Big 4 (audit/advisory), or similar corporate/investment platforms.
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Exposure to co-investment structures and governance in Japanese corporates.
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Prior involvement in turnaround, restructuring, or post-investment value creation projects.
