Career Opportunities: Associate/AVP, Fixed Income & Multi Asset, Macro Strategist - Emerging Markets Southeast Asia (15739)

Location: Singapore

Job Function: Fixed Income & Multi Asset 

Job Type: Permanent

Req ID: 15739 

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.

The Fixed Income & Multi Asset department is responsible for managing the fixed income assets of the GIC portfolio and multi-asset strategies. Its universe is global and spans multiple sectors, including global interest rates, currencies, credit, emerging markets, securitized products, convertible bonds, equities and commodities.

We are looking for a suitable candidate to join our Macro Research & Strategy Division as an Associate / Assistant Vice President. This position is based in the Singapore office.

What will you do as a Macro Strategist?

• To provide coverage for our macro strategy research and investment calls in the fixed income and foreign exchange space
• Specific coverage of global markets, particularly Emerging Markets South-east Asia will be a bonus
• To build relationship with the policymakers and think-tanks
• To build up and strengthen the macro research and strategy process and framework

 What qualifications or skills should you possess in this role?

• Between 3 to 6 years’ experience in a global macro research with ability to link the dots between macro, markets and positioning of major market participants.
• Knowledge in international monetary system and/or economic history
• Macroeconomic and policy analysis of sovereigns
• Experience with asset allocation is desirable
• Strong research and investment strategy formulation background, including strong technical experience and analytical skills
• Team player and self-driven with ability to anticipate changing market dynamics

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 Fixed Income and Multi Asset Department here: https://gic.careers/group/fixed-income/