Keppel

Director, Asset Management

Tokyo Full time

JOB DESCRIPTION

Key Responsibilities

  • Assist the Head of Japan (or designee) in developing and executing:
      - Asset management strategies to achieve business and financial performance goals.
      - Value creation initiatives, including asset optimization and profit growth (both organic and inorganic).
  • Collaborate with the investment team to:
      - Formulate and manage post-acquisition integration plans.
      - Develop long-term asset strategies, including potential exit options.
  • Provide input to project cash flow and fund life-cycle models, and work closely with investment, reporting, and finance teams.
  • Manage all commercial, legal, and financial matters related to the assets, in coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior management of portfolio companies, property managers, design and construction firms, lenders, and tenants.
  • Guide, mentor, and develop junior team members.
  • Support other business analysis and reporting as required.
  • Assist with other Keppel initiatives as needed.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Relevant Skills and Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree with at least 12 years of relevant real estate experience, preferably in the office sector, and ideally in asset or property management. At least 3 years in a managerial role.
  • Bilingual in Japanese and English (spoken and written).
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage, influence, and motivate.
  • Highly analytical and numerate, with strong financial modeling skills in Excel.
  • Detail-oriented, organized, self-motivated, and capable of working independently and under pressure.
  • Able to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities effectively in a dynamic environment.
  • Creative thinker with a proactive mindset and a solutions-oriented approach.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.

BUSINESS SEGMENT

Real Estate

PLATFORM

Fund Management