Associate / Assistant Manager – Investments & Asset Management

Location: Singapore
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Reporting to: CIO Office

About CDL Hospitality Trusts (CDLHT)

CDL Hospitality Trusts (CDLHT) is a Singapore-listed stapled group comprising CDL Hospitality Real Estate Investment Trust and CDL Hospitality Business Trust. As one of Asia’s leading hospitality REITs, CDLHT owns a diversified global portfolio of hotels and living assets across key gateway cities.

CDLHT’s portfolio comprises 22 properties across Singapore, Australia, New Zealand, the Maldives, Japan, the UK, Germany and Italy, with assets under management of S$3.5 billion as at 31 December 2025. Its mandate focuses on investing in hospitality and accommodation-related assets globally, including hotels, serviced residences, and assets within the living sector such as rental housing, co-living, student accommodation and senior housing.

Role Overview

This is a dual-function role within the CIO Office, providing integrated support across both Investments and Asset Management (Living Assets). The role offers exposure across the investment lifecycle—from evaluating opportunities across CDLHT’s mandate to supporting the performance management of its living asset portfolio—alongside involvement in research and market analysis.

Key Responsibilities

Investments (Across CDLHT’s Mandate)

• Support evaluation and execution of acquisitions and divestments
• Build and maintain financial models for investment analysis and portfolio forecasting
• Conduct market research, financial analysis and due diligence (commercial, financial, tax, legal and technical) on potential transactions
• Assist in preparation of investment papers, board materials and approval documentation
• Support deal execution processes, including compliance requirements, and the creation and tracking of transaction budgets

Asset Management (Living Assets)

• Track, analyse, and report asset performance metrics, including occupancy, rents, operating costs, NPI margins and yields
• Work closely with third-party operators to optimise asset performance and drive value creation
• Support capital expenditure initiatives, including asset enhancement and development projects
• Undertake regular competitor benchmarking and performance reporting
• Prepare regular performance reports and updates for management
• Support annual budgeting and business planning processes, including forecasting, reforecasting and variance analysis

Requirements / Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Real Estate, Business, Engineering or a related discipline
• 3–4 years of relevant experience in investments, real estate transactions, corporate finance, asset management and/ or capital markets
• Strong financial modelling and analytical capabilities
• Good understanding of financial statements, valuation methodologies and investment concepts
• Knowledge of REITs, hospitality, living sector or real estate markets is advantageous
• Highly numerate, meticulous and detail-oriented
• Strong ability to manage multiple workstreams under tight timelines in a fast-paced environment
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Self-motivated team player with a proactive and collaborative approach

Analyst, Group Investments

On-site Corporate - Group Strategy & Investments

Singapore, Singapore, Singapore

Description

ESR is a leading Asia-Pacific real asset owner and manager focused on logistics real estate, data centres, and energy infrastructure that power the digital economy and supply chain for investors, customers, and communities. Through our fully integrated real asset fund management and development platform, we strive to create value and growth opportunities for our global portfolio of investors. We offer our customers modern space solutions to realise their ambitions across Australia and New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Greater China, Southeast Asia, and India, including a presence in Europe.

We are seeking a driven and analytical Analyst with 1.5 to 3 years of investment experience to join the Group Investments team. The candidate will independently evaluate real estate investment opportunities, conduct in-depth financial modelling, and prepare high-quality investment papers as well as ad-hoc analyses to support strategic decision making by ESR senior management.

The candidate will also work with key stakeholders across the broader business, including the Group Strategy & Investments team on Mergers & Acquisitions opportunities and the in-country investment teams on key projects.

Investment Evaluation

• Independently assess potential real estate investment opportunities across various asset classes and geographies, including both equity and debt structures

Financial Modelling

• Develop and maintain sophisticated financial models to analyze deal-level economics, sensitivity scenarios, and return metrics (e.g., IRR, equity multiple, cash-on-cash)

Investment & Strategy Papers

• Draft clear and compelling investment memos and presentations for internal investment committees and senior leadership, outlining the strategic rationale, risks, and recommendations.

Market Research & Analysis

• Conduct macro and micro-level market research, competitive benchmarking, and due diligence to inform underwriting assumptions and investment strategy

Due Diligence Coordination

• Liaise with brokers, partners, legal counsel, and other external advisors to facilitate deal execution

Ad-hoc Analysis

• Provide on-demand analytical support to senior management, including portfolio reviews, hold/sell analyses, and performance tracking

Internal Investment Support

• Review potential investment opportunities proposed by the broader business and work with Group Strategy & Investments team on potential Mergers & Acquisitions opportunities

Requirements

• Target candidate will have 1.5 to 3 years’ experience working in real estate investment, real estate funds management, real estate private equity, investment banking or similar role
• Bachelor’s Degree from top-tier university with an outstanding university academic record

Position Challenges

• Balancing competing priorities
• Adhering to important deadlines whilst maintaining accurate high-quality outputs
• The ability to work semi-autonomously, delivering well considered output with minimal continuous review and refinement by management
• Managing senior internal and external stakeholders whose opinions may vary, to find consensus and deliver the agreed upon outcome
• Clearly and effectively communicating deliverables with the capability to engage in thoughtful robust debate as required

Key Personal Attributes

• Ability to work and collaborate within a close-knit team structure
• Personal resilience and calm professional demeanour
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
• Highly proficient in financial modelling with knowledge of valuation and corporate finance
• Solid understanding of accounting concepts and financial statements
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to engage in strategic thinking
• Clear effective communicator capable of engaging with stakeholders from across the organisation
• Desire to continually strive for professional excellence and ongoing development
• Strong work ethic with the ability to work autonomously and deliver outcomes to agreed timelines
• Enthusiastic and energetic attitude toward both work and personal life

UIB SG FM Pte Ltd

Prepared by      : Juliana Ang

Date         : 2 March 2026

Updated on      :      

Approved by      : Samuel Lim

Approved on      : TBC

Signature      :

Staff’s Name      :____________________________

Staff’s Signature   :____________________________

Date              :____________________________

We are recruiting for an Asia Pacific Real Estate Fund and with exponential growth expected in their key logistics business, they are now seeking an in-house legal counsel.

You will be reporting to the COO directly and partnering very closely with the various business in their legal needs. You will provide legal support with a strong commercial angle.

This will include drafting and negotiating transaction agreements in relation to fund investment and/or services providers, and support the investment team in their deal due diligence, etc. You will also be participating in onboarding of new investors during fund raising process, including interacting and negotiating directly with prospects LPs and relevant documentations.

You will also be providing a wide range of legal support to the business teams on a range of operational matters, including reviewing tenders/general contracts, and corporate governance/secretarial work. You will participate in special projects and manage external legal parties as well as getting involved in project financing and other M&A activities.

Requirements:

You possess at least 10 years of post-qualification experience gained in a leading law firm and /or in-house with strong M&A / Corporate/ Investment Funds experience.

You possess strong commercial perspective in dealing with complex legal/investment issues. You are a self-starter and possess sound judgment, commercial and risk awareness.

You are able to multi-task and also managing numerous, complex financial transactions which include private equity / M&A deals, fund formation, financing and capital fundraising.

Interpersonal and communication skills with a growth-oriented mindset who is able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

General Manager, Operations

EXTRA SPACE SINGAPORE HOLDINGS PTE. LTD. 

This role oversees end‑to‑end facility operations, sales, and customer service across ESA facilities in Singapore and Malaysia, ensuring seamless coordination between customer service and facility leaders to execute operational strategies that drive revenue, sales performance, and market share growth. The General Manager focuses on operational efficiency and consistently delivering exceptional customer experiences through differentiated offerings, strong productivity, and continuous learning and development. A key part of the role includes elevating service delivery by implementing modern service standards, training protocols, sales strategies, and best‑practice procedures to strengthen product presentation and overall portfolio performance.

Responsibilities

1. Operations Excellence

• Establish and uphold consistent operational standards, policies, and internal controls across all facilities.
• Evaluate and optimise management practices to enhance operational performance.
• Manage budgets, costs, and financial plans to achieve targeted results.
• Drive operational improvements by identifying opportunities and resolving challenges collaboratively.

2. Facility & Asset Management

• Oversee facility operations, repairs, maintenance, and CapEx works to ensure timely and on-budget delivery.
• Coordinate with Asset Management on portfolio expansion, optimal unit mix, and new developments.
• Lead preventative maintenance programmes to optimise plant and machinery performance.
• Manage contractor and supplier performance to support operational needs.

3. Customer Service & Experience

• Strengthen customer experience through standardised service delivery and enhanced customer journeys.
• Implement training for customer-facing teams to elevate service consistency and professionalism.
• Drive renewal performance, rental growth, and customer lifecycle value.
• Leverage data and analytics to enhance targeting, conversion, and financial outcomes.

4. Revenue & Sales Performance

• Partner closely with the revenue team to achieve occupancy and rental targets.
• Oversee sales-related operational initiatives that support market share growth.
• Ensure accurate tracking of sales and service metrics for decision-making.
• Support the development of strategies that maximise revenue opportunities across the portfolio.

5. Strategic Leadership

• Maintain strong relationships with local authorities and regulatory bodies.
• Monitor industry trends and introduce innovative operational concepts.
• Lead implementation of new technologies that enhance efficiency and customer experience.
• Represent ESA as a senior leader, strengthening brand presence within the industry.

6. Culture & Organisational Development

• Foster a collaborative, performance-driven culture across all facilities.
• Partner with HR and consultants to drive training, development, and staff engagement initiatives.
• Build a strong succession pipeline for site leaders and functional heads.
• Ensure compliance with internal operational policies and organisational standards.

7. Learning & Development

• Lead operational training to build capability and uplift service standards.
• Identify skills gaps and align training to business objectives.
• Promote continuous learning and structured career development.
• Cultivate a workforce committed to operational excellence and customer-centricity.

8. Team Leadership & Management

• Inspire and engage facility teams to maintain high productivity and a positive team environment.
• Provide direction to achieve budgeted results and operational KPIs.
• Facilitate regular communications to ensure clarity of priorities and alignment across teams.
• Partner with business leaders to ensure cohesive communication and collaboration

Qualifications & Experience

• Possess tertiary education with relevant and proven management experience in facility, property, retail, or hospitality sectors; self-storage experience will be beneficial
• Strong financial acumen with knowledge of P&L, budgeting, and cost management.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, train, and manage diverse teams.
• Detail‑oriented, results-driven, proactive, and hands-on.
• Strong organisational, problem‑solving, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to multi-task effectively.
• Energetic, collaborative, and values-driven team player with high integrity and passion.