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Having continuously delivered top- and bottom-line revenue and award-winning success within noted international firms, our founder, Richard Robinson, established Alphasearch in 2011.

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Banking, Finance & Accounting

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Engineering & Supply Chain

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Legal

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Sales & Marketing

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Life Science

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Director/Executive Director, Capital Markets (Japan/Korea)

Global PERE Firm Location: Japan or Korea Corporate Finance / LBO Transactions The Company A first-class opportunity to join a well-respected, first-tier, global real estate investor, very active and highly influential across the Asia markets whilst holding a strong capital allocation. It presently wishes to appoint a suitably experienced Capital Markets professional to support the growth of its Real Estate business in Japan and Korea. The Position Based in either Tokyo or Seoul, whilst primarily covering the developed markets of Japan and Korea (but extending to wider geographical support on an ad hoc basis), the appointed individual will perform a key role in evaluating, structuring and funding LBO and other capital markets M&A transactions. Naturally, this will include acquisition deal analysis, the development of financial projections, pricing and structuring of proposed deals whilst overseeing debt and equity financing options and associated terms negotiation to ensure the value of strategic investments are maximised. The platform anticipates very strong growth in these markets and especially given a strategic push to re-balance its APAC portfolio. The Person Interested candidates will offer a good Degree in Real Estate/Finance/Economics and no less than 8-10 years’ capital markets real estate investment experience secured within IB and PERE environments. Offering strategic acumen, strong modelling proficiency and a track record of completed M&A / LBO transactions, the appointed individual will offer strong institutional credentials matched by appropriate entrepreneurial drive and energy. Importantly, interested candidates should offer strong Japanese, Korean and English language communication skills. The company will offer a competitive annual salary, bonus and stock.
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Analyst / Associate, Investment Transactions

Industrial / Logistics Sector Private Markets Location & Coverage: Singapore & SE Asia The Company The organisation is a subsidiary of an exceptional international Group and which continues to enjoy stellar growth across APAC whilst driving investment and development of industrial & logistics assets on behalf of its institutional investors. It has built a regional portfolio of around $12.5bn whilst maintaining a similar appetite as the next up-cycle emerges in 2024/25. The platform now seeks to appoint 1-2 additions (Analyst and/or Associate) to its SE Asia deal team. The Position Based in Singapore, whilst reporting the Head of Transactions, the appointed individual(s) will enjoy a fast-paced environment whilst supporting multiple concurrent acquisition and JV opportunities across the SE Asia region. Supporting development and asset acquisition transactions, the role will include deal screening, financial feasibility studies and the preparation of IC investment recommendations whilst increasingly gaining exposure to deal structuring and completions. Activity will relate to asset acquisitions, land for development and potential JVs including the development and support of new venture conceptualisation. Whilst capital deployment is the primary responsibility for the team, the appointed individuals will undoubtedly undertake market research and data management with respect to the SEA industrial sector and ongoing support to pitch books/prospectuses for future fund-raising. Why should you be interested? The company offers scale, a significant track-record and ‘dry powder’ for new investments. Moreover, the firm envisages significant deal transactions over the next 12 months and beyond, including the penetration of a new market. The Person Interested candidates will offer a good Degree in Real Estate/Finance/Economics and an anticipation of 2 years’ (Analyst) or 3-5 years (Associate) real estate investment experience preferably secured within a PERE or IB environment. Interested individuals should offer advanced financial modelling acumen (a CFA accreditation would be ideal) and sound end-to-end deal cycle and transactional experience. Prior exposure to Industrial or Logistics assets, including development assets, would be advantageous although relevant experience across other asset types will also be considered. A strong work ethic, desire for success and the ability to operate in a self-motivated manner is essential as the environment is fast-paced and focused toward ongoing growth.
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Data Centre Principal Engineers

Private Equity-backed Data Centre Developer/Operator Market Coverage: Singapore & SEA Location: Singapore / Malaysia The Company Headquartered in Singapore, whilst enjoying the capital support of a noted Private Equity Real Estate (PERE) platform, the company is poised for growth across SE Asia with respect to its development, operation, and management of a colocation data centre portfolio. Steered by a seasoned, cosmopolitan management team, the company combines deep knowledge across the real estate and data centre life-cycle whilst retaining a nimble, entrepreneurial, and empowering culture. The firm is building a core operations team and wishes to appoint Principal Engineers to provide Electrical, Mechanical and BMS support. The Positions The ideal candidates will already be located in Singapore or Malaysia, offering relevant experience in data centre operations management. Immediate appointments include the following: Principal Engineer (Electrical) – The Electrical Engineer is responsible for the design, development, and testing of electrical devices and equipment. This includes communication systems or power generators and motors and navigation systems as well as electrical systems. The appointed individual will design, maintain, implement, or improve upon electrical instruments, facilities, components, equipment products, or systems. He/She will meet with customers, engineers, and other relevant parties and discuss the existing or potential engineering products and projects and ensure that installation and operations conform to standards and customer requirements. Principal Engineer (Mechanical) – The Mechanical Engineer is a skilled hands-on professional who will provide various services that keep data servers and hardware networks operating smoothly. This will include preventative maintenance of equipment and network devices whilst performing a variety of tasks including running cables, improving physical security, and checking utilities. This includes monitoring and maintaining the operation of all network processes and evaluation of machine temperature levels for optimal performance. Principal Engineer (BMS) – The BMS Engineer is an expert in the design installation and commissioning aspects of building management systems. This will include the design of management systems to help effectively and efficiently control a built environment, working closely with other engineers to design the graphics, software and control panels that comprise the larger BMS. The BMS Engineer will also manage existing systems by identifying and fixing issues, updating software, and continually running tests and reports. The People Interested candidates will offer good, relevant Degrees whilst offering at least 7-10+ years’ appropriate technical and operational experience relating to the management of data centre colocation in the South-East Asia market. Preference will be given to those individuals offering demonstrable track records complemented by stable, lengthy-tenure employment records.
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Associate

Private Equity Real Estate Salary: $95-120k per annum + Bonus Location: Singapore The Company The company is a growing Private Equity Real Estate platform enjoying the benefit of a strong internal Sponsor with capital and resource support complemented by an array of Third-Party investors operating under separate accounts. The firm undertakes 100% and/or JV investments and asset management of core-plus and value-added assets, with recent deals in Singapore, Australia, Japan and UK. To-date, it has built a portfolio of $3.5bn AUM and with a robust appetite for further investments in First Tier developed markets of Asia. By end Q2 / early Q3, the firm wishes to bolster the team with the appointment of an Investment Associate. The Position Reporting to the Head of Investment, the successful individual will operate within an asset agnostic environment whilst securing a super opportunity to support the firms’ expansion whilst performing real estate deal underwriting and execution in key Asia markets. Operating within a highly collaborative team environment, this will require a hands-on, full life-cycle capability from market research, deal evaluation, running financial models, drafting Investment Memos through deal structuring (financial, tax, legal) and completion. whilst also requiring stakeholder management with respect to site visits. There will be an accompanying requirement to perform supporting tasks relating to asset and portfolio management to monitor investment performance and support investor relations. The Person Interested candidates will ideally offer a Degree in Real Estate, Finance or similar, whilst offering 3-5 years’ post-graduate experience whilst offering experience across at least 2-3 asset types. with prior focus toward either Singapore, Australia or Japan (or all three markets!). An ability to build financial models and requisite waterfalls, interpret financial information, prepare investment memos and apply critical, commercial thought processes to support investment theses is essential. A self-motivated, organised individual with excellent interpersonal skills, a lively, inquiring mind and a flexible disposition will also be desirable traits. The company will offer a competitive salary (relative to background and track record) and an attractive, uncapped, performance-related bonus structure.
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Director / Executive Director - Fund & Portfolio Management

Open-ended Logistics Fund Newly-Created Leadership Appointment Location: Singapore or South Korea The Company This is an exceptional opportunity to join a heavyweight international real estate investor, developer and fund manager that has built a sizeable regional portfolio of assets across the Public and Private Markets. Noted for end-to-end integrated investment and development of industrial assets, the firm is bolstered by exceptional relationships with international capital partners. In South Korea, a new team will be created to support an open-ended logistics fund with a target AUM$5bn+ to be achieved in the next few years. This requires the appointment of an experienced Fund Manager to oversee its strategic direction whilst continuing to build its investor base. The Position Reporting to an internationally-seasoned Managing Director whilst closely collaborating with a CIO for investment/divestment transactions, the appointed individual will lead a small fund management team whilst aiming to grow stable income-generating AUM. The role will focus toward the strategic direction of the Fund including business planning, fee agreements and similar, liaison with global investors with respect to portfolio and fund reporting, fund marketing and presentations to capture new investors for capital-raising and the appropriate evaluation and presentation to an IC for proposed internally-driven or Third-Party investments. This position will be supported by a couple of Analysts/Associates and who will manage portfolio analysis and day-to-day fund administration (new investor onboarding, dividend distributions and redemptions). The role will require frequent international travel to meet with existing and prospective global investors. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead the long-term growth of a Fund whilst located in either Singapore or Seoul. The Person Interested candidates will offer an appropriate Degree complete with 10-12+ years’ cross-jurisdictional fund operations experience with focus toward Real Estate/Infrastructure. You will offer appropriate hands-on experience relating to investor relations/capital-raising, investment and asset management, acquisitions/divestments in Korea, fund-level financing and strategic business planning. Naturally, the appointed individual will offer strong quantitative skills and commercial acumen with exceptional attention to detail. Interested individuals must offer fluent bi-lingual proficiency in Korean and English. Whilst prior exposure to logistics assets is preferred, strong fund management credentials will provide greater weighting especially if supported by exposure to other real estate or infrastructure assets.
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Head of Culture

International Well-Known Brand Exciting Role Based in Yangon, Myanmar The Company The company is a noted, high-profile firm dedicated towards the FMCG sector that holds a significant market leadership in Myanmar. They have a strong global presence and has been regarded as one of the Best Global Brands. There is now a need to hire a Head of Culture to be part of their growing team. The Position Reporting to and working closely with the Head of Human Resources, the Head of Culture will spearhead the development and implementation of Industrial Relations strategies. The Head of Culture will ensure these strategies align seamlessly with the company’s Human Rights, Workplace Rights, and Labour Relations policies. The incumbent will be tasked with fostering progressive labour relations, promoting optimal employee health, and nurturing high levels of employee engagement. The Person To succeed in this role, candidates should have a degree coupled with at least 8 years of International Labour Relations, Employee Relations, Diversity & Inclusion preferably within the FMCG industry. Successful candidates with exhibit strong communication and analytical skills, adept problem-solving abilities, and a proven track record to effective leadership. This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-known MNC with strong growth potential in Myanmar.
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Director, Regional Business & Partner Development (Life Science Real Estate)

Private Equity Real Estate (PERE) APAC Business Development Focus: Life Science / Medical Laboratory Sector The Company A first-class opportunity to join the real estate team of a well-respected global Private Equity firm. The PERE team is focused toward platform-building with significant focus toward logistics, data centre and life science assets, leveraging the international reach and market insights of its generalist parent as well as its regional real estate track record to build long-term value. The Position Based in Singapore, the appointed individual(s) will undertake a multifaceted role comprising three core components. Two of these relate to building deep commercial insights into the life science ecosystem, including relationship-building with institutional healthcare stakeholders (University Research teams, health regulators, Government ministries and similar) and complemented by business development across the private sector pharmaceutical industry to understand commercial direction, market expansion and underpinning need, and APAC location, for state-of-the-art medical laboratory facilities. The final component will be a need to understand the technical real estate needs of the life science / medical lab sector and translating those into solutions that can be integrated into an investment thesis and commercial business model that will be enthusiastically received. The overall purpose is to create a regional, scalable, life science real estate proposition that will meet the needs of the pharmaceutical sector. Naturally, the individual(s) will closely collaborate with the internal real estate investment and fund management team to develop and fine-tune the proposition and to steer subsequent execution as well as managing ongoing business relationships. The Person Interested candidates will offer a good Degree and at least 10 years’ post-graduate experience most likely consisting of commercial and/or technical exposure to the life science medical laboratory sector. As such, likely prospects will include business development/corporate development/partner development professionals offering deep relationships and market insights with respect to pharmaceutical companies and their technical/commercial partners. Similarly, real estate business development or development management professionals with commercial and technical appreciation for medical lab facilities will be welcomed.
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Finance Manager

Private Equity-backed Real Estate Location: Singapore or Malaysia, covering SE Asia New Position The Company Headquartered in Singapore, whilst enjoying the support of noted Private Equity Real Estate (PERE) capital partners, the company is poised for growth across SE Asia with respect to the development, operation and portfolio management of colocation data centres. Steered by a seasoned, cosmopolitan management team, the company combines deep knowledge across the real estate and data centre life-cycle whilst retaining a nimble, entrepreneurial and empowering culture. There is now a need to build a core team including the appointment of an experienced Finance Manager. The Position Reporting to the COO, the appointed individual will be responsible for the full spectrum of the financial accounting, ensure timely reporting of monthly/quarterly/ annual financial reporting as well as the preparation of financial and operating budgets and forecast. There will be a need to prepare monthly group financials for investors and quarterly group financial for board meetings. The Finance Manager will also be involved in treasury functions including managing banking relationships, tax structures, interest rate swaps and FX besides other ad-hoc duties. The Person To excel in this role, candidates should possess at least 8 years of working experience and hold an Accountancy Degree with a CPA or CA equivalent. Experience in Real Estate, Property, or REIT sectors, along with a robust background in treasury, is essential. Strong analytical skills, a positive attitude, the ability to thrive under tight deadlines, and excellent communication skills are also imperative. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing organization and a supportive senior management team.
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Warehouse Operations Manager

Multinational FMCG company Highly progressive and dynamic workforce Location: Hmawbi, Yangon The Company The company is a leader in the FMCG Industry with a strong global presence. The company has been operating in the Myanmar market and regarded as one of the most successful brands in the country. With a strong leadership team in Myanmar, they are now looking for an experienced Warehouse Operation Manager to be based in their Myanmar manufacturing plant. The Position Reporting to the Logistics Excellence Head, the appointed individual will be responsible for receiving and storing product effectively and improving efficiency by designing and developing effective movement and storage systems. The Warehouse Operation Manager will contribute to creating and recommending strategic plans and reviews to achieve operational objectives. This includes preparation and implementation of production and quality plans based on company standards. Moreover, he/she will manage a team, coaching, counselling, scheduling, and disciplinary action of current warehouse employees as needed by enforcing policies and procedures. The Person Interested candidates must have a relevant Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 3 years’ experience in warehouse or distribution center operations, preferably within beverage/brewery industry. To be successful in this role, he/she must have prior experience in supply chain management as well as logistics. Strong leadership, project management skills, excellent communication, and supplier/contractor management skills are also required for this position.
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Head of Lean Management - Vietnam

Respected, International Furniture Manufacturer Dynamic Growth & Progressive Environment Location: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam The Company The company is a leading and highly esteemed furniture manufacturer with a global presence within around 130 developed and emerging markets. Boasting a sizeable team of specialist designers, innovation is central to the philosophy of the company. Drawing inspiration from fashion, technology, and textiles, the company creates award-winning concepts and trend-setting designs that resonate with loyal customers. As the company expands into SE Asia, there is a need to build a team for a new, state-of-the-art factory in Vietnam. The Position Reporting to the Factory General Manager, the Head of Lean will be responsible for the transformation and upgrading of the company’s manufacturing technology and the establishment of a lean management system. This will include responsibility for production efficiency, cost, and other improvement indicators such as human efficiency, understaffing/resourcing, cost reduction exercises, and the coordination of cross-functional factory continuous improvement programs. The appointed individual will be involved in establishing short- and long-term improvement maps with the value stream as the main axis whilst ensuring the equipment integrity rate meets industry standards, whilst reducing the frequency of equipment and/or safety incidents and repairs. The Person Interested candidates should have a Degree (Mechanical, Industrial, Production Engineering) with at least 5+ years of work experience in the home furnishings, home appliances, or automotive manufacturing industries. Furthermore, sound experience coordinating, managing, and reporting on factory improvement projects will be preferred whilst appropriately skilled in planning and implementing internal factory logistics (logistics path & standardization of logistics equipment). A good command of Chinese and Vietnamese language (spoken and written) is essential.
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Head of Quality Management - Vietnam

Respected, International Furniture Manufacturer Dynamic Growth & Progressive Environment Location: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam The Company The company is a leading and highly esteemed furniture manufacturer with a global presence within around 130 developed and emerging markets. Boasting a sizeable team of specialist designers, innovation is central to the philosophy of the company. Drawing inspiration from fashion, technology, and textiles, the company creates award-winning concepts and trend-setting designs that resonate with loyal customers. As the company expands into SE Asia, there is a need to build a team for a new, state-of-the-art factory in Vietnam. The Position Reporting to the country Deputy General Manager whilst leading a team, the appointed individual will be responsible for product quality management within its Vietnamese factories, strictly supervising the implementation of quality standards, ensuring, improving product quality and creating and inculcating a culture of continuous improvement. This will include organizing QC team activities, identifying product quality issues via on-site inspection as well as an assessment of integrated manufacturing processes. The appointed individual will be involved in implementing ISO9001 and additional QA/QC management systems whilst also meeting national regulations and policies. The Person Interested candidates should offer a Degree (Mechanical, Industrial, Production, Quality Management Engineering) and a minimum of five years team and quality process management experience in large-scale home & appliance manufacturing enterprises. The candidate must have a strong proficiency in using various quality management analysis tools. Whilst a basic understanding of occupational health and safety and environmental (OHSE) is anticipated, a command of Chinese and Vietnamese (spoken and written) is essential.
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Assembly Factory Head - Vietnam

Respected, International furniture manufacturer Dynamic Growth & Progressive Environment Location: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam The Company The company is a leading and highly esteemed furniture manufacturers with a global presence within around 130 developed and emerging markets. Boasting a sizeable team of specialist designers, innovation is central to the philosophy of the company. Drawing inspiration from fashion, technology, and textiles, the company creates award-winning concepts and trend-setting designs that resonate with loyal customers. As the company expands into SE Asia, there is a need to build a team for a new, state-of-the-art factory in Vietnam. The Position Reporting to the General Manager for Vietnam, the Head of Assembly Factory will lead the assembly process production tasks, allocate them reasonably to each workshop, and make timely adjustments to ensure the smooth completion of various work objectives. This includes organizing discussions, implementation, and improvement of safety measures in each workshop. The Assembly Factory Head will strictly organize production in accordance with process requirements and quality standards. In addition, he/she is responsible for guiding and supervising the quality management of workshop directors in this department and organizing quality / technical improvements. The appointed individual is also expected to build the team for the assigned department, proposing requirements for employee assessment and training, and assisting in implementation. The Person Interested candidates should offer a Degree in Mechanical / Industrial Engineering, or related field and with at least more than five years of experience in workshop production management, and management experience in large-scale manufacturing teams with over 500 employees. Candidates coming from large home furnishing industry, home appliance industry, electronics industry, and automotive industry are preferred. The candidate must have good planning and organizational skills, communication skills, and interpersonal coordination skills. He/She should have knowledge and experience in managing occupational health, safety and environmental. Finally, a good command of Chinese and Vietnamese language (spoken and written) is also required.
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Director/Executive Director, Capital Markets (Japan/Korea)

Analyst / Associate, Investment Transactions

Data Centre Principal Engineers

Associate

Director / Executive Director - Fund & Portfolio Management

Head of Culture

Director, Regional Business & Partner Development (Life Science Real Estate)

Finance Manager

Warehouse Operations Manager

Head of Lean Management - Vietnam

Head of Quality Management - Vietnam

Assembly Factory Head - Vietnam

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