Associate, Funds and Co:investments Group, Private Equity 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. Private Equity We deploy capital in areas where we can utilise our comparative advantages, namely, a long investment horizon, global presence, sector expertise, as well as skilled, and experienced teams. The European Private Equity Funds and Co:investments Group is responsible for GIC's relationships with Europe's leading Private Equity managers, many of which it has backed across multiple fund cycles and multiple products. The Group commits to buyout funds, growth funds and VC funds, and co:invests actively and meaningfully alongside its fund managers. We have a large and diverse portfolio which will provide the successful candidate with a unique experience partnering with Europe's most successful Private Equity firms, whilst also gaining exposure to a global Private Equity portfolio. We are looking for a suitable candidate to join our European Private Equity Funds and Co:investments Group, a close:knit team of 7 investment professionals based in London. This role is structured as a three:year contract as part of our Associate programme. What you will do as an Associate : Work predominantly as part of small deal teams to assess and execute Private Equity fund commitments and co:investments across various strategies, countries and industries : Present and defend investment proposals to Investment Committees : Help monitor and maintain relationships with existing managers and source potential new fund managers : Represent GIC at fund managers' annual investor meetings and participate in meetings with the leaders of PE firms and the management teams of prospective co:investments : Work on special projects typically related to strategy, portfolio planning and portfolio construction What makes you a successful candidate? : A strong academic background or equivalent practical experience : Work experience at a leading investment bank, consulting firm, in the Private Equity industry or equivalent experience : Exposure to the Private Equity industry is preferred : Excellent financial analysis and modelling skills : Strong commercial judgment : A team:player, with integrity and the ability to engage with senior counterparties : Strong written and oral communication skills : Well:organised, hard:working, self:starter, with an ability to work independently What impact can you make in this role? You will be part of a team that is one of the largest and most established private capital investors in the world today. 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 guide 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 flexibi