About the role

AI summarised

The Director, Portfolio Management is responsible for overseeing, optimizing, and driving the performance of Keppel Infrastructure Trust (KIT)’s portfolio. Working closely with the CEO of KIT, this role provides strategic leadership across portfolio management, capital allocation, asset optimization, acquisitions/divestments, and investor engagement, with full accountability for delivering superior long‑term, risk‑adjusted returns.

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Key Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end monitoring and evaluation of KIT’s portfolio, ensuring performance, risk, and return objectives are met.
Provide strategic oversight on the operational, financial, and ESG performance of portfolio companies.
Partner with the CEO to define and refine KIT’s portfolio strategy, capital allocation framework, and long-term investment direction.
Evaluate portfolio construction and diversification considering macroeconomic trends, sector outlooks, and risk-return trade-offs.
Act as a key shareholder representative to portfolio companies, engaging with boards and senior management teams.
Lead shareholder decision-making processes regarding approvals, strategic actions, and governance matters.
Lead and oversee acquisitions, divestments, and asset recycling initiatives, including investment thesis development.
Play a key role in capital raising exercises, including structuring considerations and investor messaging.

Requirements

Degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related disciplines.
At least 15 years of relevant experience in infrastructure or private equity investments, investment banking, asset management, or strategy consulting.
Significant leadership exposure is required.
Proven track record in portfolio management, capital allocation, and value creation across infrastructure assets.
Strong strategic thinking, commercial judgment, and decision-making capabilities.
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, including board and investor-level engagement.
Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence, mentor, and drive outcomes in a complex environment.