AVP/VP, Real Estate, Asset Management - Japan

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.

Real Estate

We were an early entrant among institutional investors in real estate including traditional private real estate (brick-and-mortar assets), public equities, real estate investment trusts, and real estate-related debt instruments.

Real Estate – Japan

The key role of the Japan Real Estate team is to implement GIC RE's strategy to build its global real estate portfolio, with the primary objective of achieving superior long-term risk adjusted returns. We are looking for a suitable candidate to join our Japan Real Estate Team as an VP/AVP Asset Manager to manage our assets across sectors.

What impact can you make in this role?

You will be part of a team that ranks among the top global real estate investment firms and handles a multi-billion-dollar Real Estate portfolio globally.

What will you do as an Asset Manager with Real Estate Japan?

• Responsible for the day-to-day operational management of our real estate holdings
• In partnership with the respective external managers, Investment team and the Asset Development and Engineering (ADE) in GIC, develop and execute on the business plan for each investment including leasing, development, capex, ESG strategy, financing and exit
• Work with service providers to devise strategic business plans, Hold/Sell analysis and budgets for internal presentations
• Identify and analyse trends in the industry and recommend asset management strategies and opportunities
• Develop and maintain relationships with portfolio companies / JV partners / operating partners 

What qualifications or skills should you possess in this role?

• At least 6 years of relevant asset management experience and thorough understanding of Japan real estate market
• Proven track record in asset managing hospitality portfolios including full-service hotels, both stabilizing assets and greenfield development is an advantage.
• Strong business acumen and commercial mindset to drive key projects within our portfolio, including providing guidance to external managers (revenue management, opex optimization, budget formulation etc, in case of operational assets).
• Demonstrates a good understanding of current ESG trends and regulations pertaining to Real Estate
• Strong project management, financial and analytical skills with an eye for detail
• Excellent ability to build strong internal and external relationships
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills in Japanese and English
• Bachelor’s degree with honours from a reputable university or college
• Good team player with the ability to be self-directed and work independently

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. At the same time, we believe that flexibility allows us to do our best work and be our best selves. Thus, 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 grphrodtaops@gic.com.sg at any point of the application or interview process if adjustments need to be made due to a disability.

Learn More

Learn more about our Real Estate Department here: https://gic.careers/group/real-estate