Investment Management Recruitment in Singapore

Singapore's investment management industry reached a record S$6.07 trillion in assets under management in the last 2 years, reinforcing the country's position as one of Asia's leading hubs for capital allocation, private wealth, and institutional investing. 

Selby Jennings supports firms in securing high-calibre professionals spanning investment, research, portfolio management, private markets, investor relations, and distribution functions. From global asset managers and institutional investors to emerging private capital platforms and family offices, we connect organisations with the talent needed to support growth across an increasingly sophisticated investment landscape.

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Local talent trends

As private markets, family offices, and alternative investment strategies continue to expand, demand remains strong for investment professionals who can combine analytical rigour with commercial judgement. Singapore's asset management industry now oversees more than S$6 trillion in AUM, while private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, and private credit continue to attract investment and talent into the market.

Our Singapore team has a strong track record supporting investment talent acquisition across Singapore's public markets, private markets, and institutional investment landscape.

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Why investment firms partner with Selby Jennings in Singapore

Singapore has become a leading destination for capital allocation, private wealth, and institutional investing, creating sustained demand for experienced investment professionals across multiple asset classes.

Access to investment talent across public and private markets

From asset management and hedge funds to private equity, venture capital, family offices, and sovereign wealth institutions, our network spans the professionals driving investment activity across Singapore's financial ecosystem.

Targeted shortlisting aligned to investment strategy and asset class

Whether hiring for public equities, fixed income, private credit, real estate, infrastructure, or private equity, we understand the nuances behind each mandate and deliver talent aligned to specific investment objectives.

Strong relationships across Singapore's investment community

Our track record spans institutional investors, family offices, private capital firms, and global asset managers, providing access to highly sought-after talent across the market.

Supporting firms in a competitive hiring environment

Top investment professionals are often selective when considering opportunities. We help clients navigate market expectations, compensation considerations, and candidate decision-making to improve hiring outcomes.

Understanding complex international and regional hires

Singapore continues to attract investment talent from across Asia, Australia, Europe, and North America. Our experience supporting cross-border hiring helps clients secure specialist talent from both local and international markets.

Alignment beyond technical capability

Investment expertise is critical, but long-term success often depends on team fit, investment philosophy, and career aspirations. We focus on securing candidates who are aligned to both the role and the organisation's long-term objectives.

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Hiring for your business

As Singapore continues to strengthen its position as a regional centre for asset management, private capital, and institutional investing, access to the right talent remains a key competitive advantage. Selby Jennings helps firms secure investment professionals across public markets, private markets, portfolio management, investor relations, and distribution functions.

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Stay informed on the trends influencing Singapore's investment ecosystem, from capital flows and hiring activity to compensation expectations and talent demand across both public and private markets.

Companies we recruit for

Asset Managers & Investment Managers

Singapore remains one of Asia's leading centres for asset management, with firms investing across public equities, fixed income, multi-asset, and alternative strategies. We help organisations secure investment, research, portfolio management, product, and distribution talent capable of supporting long-term growth across increasingly sophisticated investment platforms.

Private Equity & Venture Capital Firms

Private capital continues to play a significant role in Singapore's investment landscape, with investors deploying capital across sectors, geographies, and stages of growth. Our network spans investment, portfolio operations, corporate development, investor relations, and fundraising professionals who support value creation throughout the investment lifecycle.

Family Offices & Private Wealth Investment Platforms

As Singapore's family office ecosystem continues to expand, firms are increasingly seeking investment professionals capable of managing sophisticated portfolios across both public and private markets. We support hiring across investment, portfolio management, private markets, investor relations, and wealth-focused functions.

Sovereign Wealth Funds & Institutional Investors

Singapore is home to some of the world's most influential institutional investors, requiring talent capable of evaluating opportunities across sectors, asset classes, and regions. We help organisations secure professionals across investment, investment risk, portfolio strategy, research, and capital allocation functions.

Hedge Funds & Alternative Investment Managers

Performance-driven investment environments require access to highly sought-after talent. Our network includes analysts, portfolio managers, traders, and specialist investment professionals operating across discretionary, systematic, and alternative investment strategies.

Private Credit & Alternative Capital Providers

As private credit continues to grow as an asset class, investment firms are increasingly seeking professionals with expertise in credit underwriting, structured investments, portfolio management, and capital markets. We support organisations building capabilities across both direct lending and broader alternative investment strategies.

Real Assets, Infrastructure & Property Investors

Singapore continues to attract capital across real estate, infrastructure, logistics, and real asset investments. Our network provides access to professionals across acquisitions, asset management, portfolio management, investment analysis, and capital management functions.

Investment management roles we help companies hire

  • Investment & Research
    Investment Analysts, Investment Associates, Equity Analysts, Fixed Income Analysts, Research Associates, Credit Analysts

  • Portfolio Management & Trading
    Portfolio Managers, Senior Portfolio Managers, Chief Investment Officers (CIOs), Execution Traders, Multi-Asset Investment Professionals

  • Private Markets & Alternative Investments
    Private Equity Investors, Venture Capital Investors, Private Credit Professionals, Infrastructure Investors, Real Asset Investors

  • Distribution, Fundraising & Investor Relations
    Institutional Sales Professionals, Investor Relations Specialists, Product Specialists, Fundraising Professionals, Client Advisors

  • Investment Strategy & Risk
    Investment Risk Specialists, Portfolio Strategists, Asset Allocation Professionals, Quantitative Investment Specialists

  • Leadership & Strategic Functions
    Investment Directors, Investment Vice Presidents, Business Managers, Corporate Development Professionals, Heads of Investment Functions
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Investment compensation is rarely determined by title alone. Asset class, investment performance, fundraising activity, portfolio responsibility, and platform type can all significantly influence earning potential, particularly across private markets, family offices, institutional investors, and alternative investment managers.

The Selby Jennings team works closely with clients across Singapore's investment ecosystem, providing insight into compensation benchmarks, talent availability, and market expectations. Speak with our specialists to understand how your opportunities compare to the market and position your offering effectively when securing high-performing investment professionals.

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