VP, Business Manager, Technology Group

GIC is one of the world's largest sovereign wealth funds. With over 2,000 employees across 11 offices 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.

Technology Group
We experiment, design, and lead a 24×7 global business where we support core capabilities in asset management, trading, investment operations, and risk management. We deliver secure, reliable, and integrated solutions, and provide insights on new, and emerging technologies.

What will you do as a VP, Business Manager?

Working as part of the Technology Group's Director's Office, you will bring strategic and structured thinking and approaches to help manage the technology business effectively and efficiently, all with a change-oriented mindset. Within the divisions of the Technology Group, this role will primarily be covering the Infrastructure & Cybersecurity Resilience organisation. This is an individual contributor role.

Key aspects of the role include:

• Business Management: Spearhead the team's internal communication and engagement plan - assist in the planning, execution, and/or coordination of meetings, forums, and/or internal events.

• Responsible for regular and ad hoc senior management reporting and presentations.

• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to track business and operational performance and identify areas for improvement.

• Oversee smooth functioning of day-to-day administrative activities.

• Governance: Support orchestration and delivery of governance mechanisms ensuring that appropriate decisions and forums are in place.

• Portfolio Management: Support development and management of comprehensive business plans, including financial projections, budget, workforce and risk assessments, to support decision-making by the Technology management team.

• Where needed, supporting strategy development, market analysis and strategic initiatives: Support to facilitate the creation of strategy and strategic plans.

• Collaborate with senior and team leadership to formulate and execute strategies aligned with the department and broader organizational goals. Support with defining, implementing and monitoring of strategic initiatives.

What makes you a successful candidate?

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Technology or a related field
• At least 10+ years of relevant experience in strategy development, business management, and financial analysis. Preferred experience within a technology function of financial services, with experience in technology infrastructure and/or cybersecurity
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights (proven ability to bring order to unstructured problems)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels
• High level of adaptability, creativity, and strategic thinking to navigate a dynamic business environment
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Working knowledge of financial markets, investment products
• Project management experience, demonstrating the ability to lead cross-functional teams to successful project completion is a plus
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and software for strategic decision support is a plus
• Proficient in MS Office applications such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and JIRA
• Independent and highly motivated team player with a positive work attitude and strong interpersonal skills

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.

Learn more about our Technology Group here:
https://gic.careers/group/technology-group/