A leading investment firm is seeking an experienced private equity professional to join its Southeast Asia team. This individual will play a key role in originating and executing investments, as well as actively managing portfolio companies in line with the fund’s strategy. The position operates with oversight from senior leadership and carries a strong emphasis on deal sourcing in Thailand and select Southeast Asian markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Deal Sourcing & Origination (Southeast Asia - Thailand focus)
  • Lead the sourcing of both proprietary and intermediary-led investment opportunities, with a primary focus on Thailand and selected Southeast Asian markets.
  • Leverage an established network across business owners, financial sponsors, banks, advisors, and intermediaries to generate high-quality deal flow.
  • Build and maintain a robust investment pipeline aligned with the fund’s thematic focus and return objectives.
  • Act as a representative of the platform in Thailand and the broader region, strengthening relationships and market presence.
• Investment Evaluation & Execution
  • Develop investment theses and lead in-depth industry and company analysis, including competitive positioning and structural trends.
  • Oversee associates in financial modelling, valuation analysis, and scenario planning.
  • Lead the preparation of investment papers, presentations, and proposals for internal approvals and investment committee discussions.
  • Drive end-to-end transaction execution, including due diligence (commercial, financial, legal, tax, operational), structuring, and documentation in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external advisors.
• Portfolio Management
  • Work closely with portfolio company management teams to review strategic plans, budgets, and capital allocation decisions.
  • Monitor financial and operational performance, identifying value creation opportunities and managing key risks.
  • Support or lead exit processes, including trade sales, secondary transactions, and capital markets exits where relevant.
• Stakeholder Management & Reporting
  • Guide junior team members in preparing portfolio updates and internal reporting materials.
  • Oversee the development of board papers and investor reports, ensuring accuracy and alignment with governance standards.
  • Manage relationships with co-investors, advisors, and other stakeholders across the investment lifecycle.

Experience & Track Record

• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in private equity, or investment banking / corporate finance within a leading institution, with strong exposure to Thailand and broader Southeast Asia.
• Demonstrated track record in deal origination, execution, and portfolio value creation across the region.
• Well-established network in Thailand and Southeast Asia, with the ability to translate relationships into tangible investment opportunities.

Technical & Analytical Skills

• Strong financial modelling and analytical capabilities, with advanced proficiency in Excel and the broader Microsoft Office suite.
• Deep understanding of financial statements, valuation methodologies, capital structures, and transaction structuring.
• Ability to distil complex information into clear, concise, and compelling investment materials.

Please apply to the role with a recent copy of your CV. We will be in touch once we review your profile for suitability.
 
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