Vice President, Primary Investments

About the role

This position offers an excellent opportunity for an Investment Professional with proven financial, analytical and interpersonal skills and an interest in the alternative investment sector, to be part of a premier global investment firm that provides investment services to institutional clients. The individual selected for this position will be based in the firm's Singapore office , working closely as part of the highly integrated Asia investment team with a focus on Japan market . The position has the flexibility to be based in Adams Street's Tokyo office after integrating well with the team (likely after one to two years). The individual will be a part of a team managing a large portfolio of venture capital , growth equity and buyout funds (limited partnerships) and will be responsible for supporting the team's identification and management of a portfolio of Japanese managers and broader Asian managers. In addition, this individual will work on due diligence for co-investments into companies and secondar y transactions in Japan and other Asia markets. Specifically, the individual will be involved with and responsible for: Sourcing & Evaluation Meet with general partner groups to evaluate potential investment opportunities, with a focus on Japan market. Conduct market research on investment sectors and themes. Execution & Due Diligence Lead and conduct due diligence; identify key investment merits and considerations through qualitative and quantitative analysis, meetings with fund managers, strategy review, reference checks and on-site visits, etc. Perform due diligence on co-investments and secondary transactions. Prepare memoranda and participate in investment discussions with internal investment committee. Work with counsel to negotiate partnership terms and coordinate the closing process. Support construction and evaluation of fund portfolios. Leadership Market intelligence and thought leadership on investment and industry trends, with a focus on Japan market. Help author internal and external research and thought pieces. Mentor and manage junior team members. Monitoring Attend annual meetings. Review quarterly reports and related materials. Document compliance with investment guidelines. Monitor investment forward pipeline and allocation planning. Business Support & Investor Relations Support the firm's marketing efforts through new business presentations to potential clients and consultants. Market the firm's capabilities to market participants to generate co-investment and secondary deal flow. Support investor relationships for existing investment Support firm initiatives as they relate to the firm's business plans. Contribute positively to Adams Street's culture and thought leadership. Required Skills The ideal candidate will be a well-rounded business professional with proven work experience investing and a record of success at a top institution focused on technology investments in primary (partnership) private investments and/or in secondaries and/or in direct investments. The candidate will be a highly motivated professional who sets and meets ambitious business and personal commitments with a demonstrated interest in building a career in private capital investing. Native-level Japanese language skill and strong English language skill are required . In addition, the candidate will have: 6-8 years of investing analysis and due diligence experience. Prior fund experience is preferred, though not required, and broad