Senior Investment Professional, Biotech, Novo Holdings (Based in Singapore)

We are seeking a highly motivated Senior Investment Professional to support Novo Holdings’ efforts to create and develop successful biotech companies with transformational potential for patients and investors across the Asia biotech ecosystem.

Novo Holdings is a key player in the international life science investment industry. Our portfolio spans the entire range of life science development, from early-stage research to large and mature commercial players. The Biotech team is Novo Holdings’ early-stage investment and company creation group in Asia, focused on building NewCos around differentiated science and therapeutic assets from China and Singapore.  

This role offers a unique opportunity for personal and professional development in a dynamic, ambitious, and high-calibre investment environment.

The Role

The Senior Investment Professional will be based in Singapore within the Asia Investments team and a dual reporting line to the Managing Partner of the Seed Investments team, based in Copenhagen and to the Managing Partner, Asia Investments, based in Singapore.

You will play a key role across the full investment lifecycle with a focus on deal execution, company build, and board-level engagement while building and leveraging a strong network for Novo Holdings across the local ecosystem. The role is well suited for a strong investment or transaction professional who also well-versed in the pharmaceutical science.

Key responsibilities:

• Source and evaluate new biotech investment opportunities and therapeutics assets across the life sciences ecosystem for the purpose of NewCo creation in Singapore, in close collaboration with clinicians/hospitals and biotech founders across Asia.
• Develop and articulate robust investment theses, risk assessments, return scenarios.
• Prepare high-quality materials for Investment Committee discussions and informed decision making.
• Lead negotiations on deal terms and transactions
• Build and maintain strong relationships with entrepreneurs, industry experts, venture capital firms, and other stakeholders in the local biotech and early-stage investment ecosystem across Asia
• Support asset management of portfolio companies including analysis of project progress, competitive dynamics and relevant market developments.   
• Actively support portfolio companies post-investment, through strategic guidance, board governance, and value creation initiatives.
• Collaborate effectively across geographies and internal teams in a global operating model.

Qualifications and Experience

• A university degree in a scientific or medical discipline (e.g. life sciences, biology, medicine, pharmacy, biomedical sciences). An advanced degree (e.g. PhD, MD, MBA) is a strong advantage.
• Minimum 10 years of experience with a proven track record in investment banking, venture capital, business development, corporate strategy or consulting in biotech or healthcare.
• Deep understanding of biotech and healthcare landscape in Asia as well as in Europe and the U.S., including key players, regulatory frameworks, and market dynamics.
• Prior experience with portfolio management and board-level engagement.
• Willingness to travel internationally up to 30%.

Personal Attributes and Capabilities

• Ability to autonomously manage workload and priorities.
• Strong analytical skills and sound investment judgment, with the ability to link science with commercial outcomes.
• Ability to integrate scientific, clinical, and commercial perspectives.
• Proactive and independent, with the courage to challenge the status quo constructively.
• Enjoys and thrives in a team-oriented environment while able to defend conclusions thoughtfully.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• International mindset and experience working in a global, cross-cultural environment.
• Ability to communicate in Chinese is preferred, given China’s importance as a strategic market in Asia.

Working at Novo Holdings

Novo Holdings offers a unique opportunity to work at the frontier of life science investments, helping pioneering scientists, entrepreneurs and companies bring new treatments and technologies to market.

You will join a dynamic and ambitious organisation where:

• Clear values and ideals define the framework for sustainable business practices.  
• Attractive career paths support the development of your professional profile in the global life science investment community.
• Highly skilled colleagues and intellectually stimulating projects create an inspiring work environment.

You will be part of a diverse, international, and collaborative team, with significant responsibility and operational freedom. We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace, and therefore recruit with the purpose of hiring the best talent who can contribute with their unique perspectives and experience to make a positive impact on people’s health and the sustainability of society and the planet.

Application 

To apply, please submit your CV, cover letter, certificates & transcripts from university onwards by clicking on the “Apply” button.

Deadline for applying is February 22, 2026.