About the Firm

We are a Singapore-based private investment office. Formed about a decade ago, we have a developed private equity program that invests directly and through external managers. We invest across multi-asset strategies in both public and private markets, including international real estate, seeking risk-adjusted returns agnostic of asset class.

Role

We are seeking an Investment Analyst to support our investment and operations teams. This is a broad-based role offering exposure to how a private investment office functions, from sourcing and diligence through portfolio monitoring, deal documentation, and internal operations. The role touches most parts of the investment lifecycle rather than being confined to a single function.

Key Responsibilities

Investment Analysis

Support due diligence on prospective investments, including financial modeling, market sizing, and comparable analysis

Prepare investment memos, summaries, and supporting materials for internal review

Track portfolio company performance and assist with periodic reporting

Deal & Documentation Support

Assist in reviewing term sheets, subscription documents, and other transaction materials, working alongside external counsel and internal stakeholders

Help maintain organized records of deal terms, governance rights, and compliance obligations across the portfolio

Support coordination between investment, legal, and operational workstreams during transaction execution

Market & Portfolio Monitoring

Monitor industry, regulatory, and competitive developments relevant to the firm's investment themes, drawing on sources including news, filings, and social platforms

Track portfolio companies' public communications and market positioning

Appropriately use AI-assisted research and writing tools to synthesize information and support faster turnaround on internal materials

Operations

Support day-to-day administrative and operational tasks across the investment office

Assist with the preparation of internal presentations, reports, and correspondence

Take on ad hoc projects as they arise, reflecting the size and pace of a small investment team

What We Are Looking For

Must-haves

A genuine interest in investing, businesses, and financial markets

Strong analytical mindset and sound judgement; the ability to connect dots and exercise common sense in ambiguous situations

Intellectual curiosity and the drive to go beyond the surface. We want people who ask good questions and are not satisfied with shallow answers

Eagerness to learn and grow continuously, whether through live deals, research, or self-directed study

Clear and confident communication, both written and verbal. You must be able to articulate your thinking

Comfortable working independently and taking ownership in a small, lean, and fast-moving team

A working knowledge of financial statements and basic valuation concepts, whether formally studied or self-taught

Financial modelling experience or a demonstrable willingness to develop the skill quickly

We value demonstrated interest more than stated interest, and look for evidence of sustained curiosity and initiative in investing, business, markets, or entrepreneurship

Good to Have

Prior exposure to finance, investing, accounting, or related fields through internships, employment, entrepreneurial ventures, or self-directed learning

Proficiency in Microsoft Office; knowledge of data tools or programming (Python, R, Bloomberg) is a bonus

Comfort with AI tools for research synthesis, drafting, or data organization, and familiarity with social media platforms as information sources

Candidate Background

Open to candidates from any academic background, whether polytechnic or university, and from any discipline including finance, economics, business, law, mathematics, statistics, engineering, computer science, data science, or beyond.

We welcome applications from exceptional fresh graduates as well as experienced candidates. Responsibilities and level of ownership may be calibrated according to experience and demonstrated capabilities. Final-year undergraduates may also be considered.

What matters more than qualifications on paper is intellectual horsepower, determination, curiosity, and genuine conviction that a career in investing is what you want to build.

Kibo is a Singapore-based private investment office dedicated to seeking superior risk-adjusted returns.

Our name “Kibo” refers to the highest peak on Mount Kilimanjaro, symbolising our desire to do better and achieve lofty outcomes. Alongside this, in Japanese, “Kibo” means “hope”, reflecting our optimism and commitment to making a positive difference.

These values are integral to our culture and guide our approach to principal investing. Our investment portfolio has a particular focus on private equity and early-stage investments, notably in climate technology, as well as in public markets and real estate. Additionally, we allocate funds to select opportunities globally that generate both financial returns and positive societal and environmental impact.

Our investment activities are structured into three primary strategies:

Kibo Climate

Kibo Impact

Private Equity

Through these strategies, Kibo Invest combines financial discipline with a commitment to responsible stewardship to create financial and non-financial value.