Associate Director / Director, Investment
External
Capitaland · Central Singapore, SingaporeFull-timeOn-site1d ago
NegotiationStakeholder Management
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CapitaLand Group (CapitaLand) is one of Asia's largest diversified real estate groups. Headquartered in Singapore, CapitaLand's portfolio focuses on real estate investment management and real estate development, and spans across 270 cities in 45 countries. Job Description Based in Singapore, the Associate Director/Director, Investment will support CLASML's global hospitality investment strategy through end-to-end deal origination and execution, contributing to pipeline growth and delivering well-structured, value-accretive transactions.
Responsibilities
- Deal Origination & Pipeline Development
- Proactively source and originate investment opportunities across global markets
- Leverage strong industry networks to access proprietary and off-market deals
- Build and maintain relationships with owners, operators, brokers, and partners
- End-to-End Deal Execution
- Lead full transaction lifecycle independently, including evaluation, underwriting, due diligence, and execution
- Prepare and drive internal approval processes (investment papers, memos)
- Lead and support SPA negotiations and transaction structuring
- Investment Analysis & Commercial Judgment
- Evaluate opportunities with strong financial, strategic, and risk assessment frameworks
- Provide sound commercial recommendations aligned with CLASML's investment strategy
- Ensure transactions are well-structured, value-accretive, and execution-ready
- Stakeholder Management & Negotiation
- Effectively manage internal and external stakeholders across geographies
- Demonstrate strong negotiation capability and navigate complex deal dynamics
- Partner closely with legal, tax, and finance teams to drive optimal outcomes
- Market Coverage & Strategy Execution
- Support execution of CLASML's global investment mandate at pace
- Monitor market trends, competitive positioning, and sector developments
- Contribute to strategic priorities and capital deployment plans
Requirements
- Degree in Finance, Real Estate, Business or related discipline
- CFA qualification preferred
- 10 - 15 years of relevant experience in real estate investment, preferably within hospitality or cross-border transactions
- Proven ability to independently originate and execute deals end-to-end
- Strong network and connectivity within the real estate / hospitality ecosystem
- Excellent financial modelling, analytical, and investment evaluation skills
- Strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and stakeholder management capability
- Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, global environment
Benefits
Flexible benefits with comprehensive medical coverage for self and familyTraining and development opportunitiesSubsidised rates at Ascott serviced residences-Strong advocate of staff volunteerismWellness programmesClosing Statement:At CapitaLand, we advocate fair employment practices, and recruit talents based on merit and fit with our Corporate values. We provide equal opportunity for all qualified persons and build an inclusive workplace regardless of race, gender, age, religious belief or nationality.Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.Flexible schedule
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