(PORTFOLIO ASSOCIATE, VALUE CREATION)
OSK Ventures International is an award-winning investment firm with the vision of being the investor of choice in our communities. Through our funds, we provide venture capital and venture debt to Southeast Asian companies seeking growth capital, supporting the building of strong businesses in innovative and impactful industries.
Location: Plaza OSK, Kuala Lumpur
Job Title:Portfolio Associate, Value Creation
Role Positioning & Objectives
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Portfolio Associate, Value Creation to join our team. In this role, you will play an integral part in supporting the nurturing and value creation of our portfolio companies across strategic, financial, operational, sustainability, and governance areas.
You will collaborate with senior team members, internal stakeholders, and portfolio company leadership to monitor performance, implement improvement initiatives, and deliver data-driven insights. The role offers exposure across the post-investment lifecycle, including value creation projects, M&A support, and exit preparation, with direct engagement with internal investment committees.
The ideal candidate brings strong financial and business acumen, a proactive mindset, and the ability to work across functions, engage stakeholders effectively, and deliver measurable impact in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
What You Will Own:
Portfolio Value Creation
- Support the development and execution of value creation initiatives to enhance growth, operational efficiency, and overall portfolio performance
- Identify opportunities to improve revenue, manage costs, and strengthen portfolio company operations
- Work with portfolio company management to address strategic and operational challenges and facilitate effective communication
- Prepare and deliver insights on performance, opportunities, and risks to support internal discussions and investment decisions
- Track financial milestones, performance targets, and strategic initiatives including governance
- Support M&A and exit readiness activities, including data room preparation, investor coordination, and due diligence
Portfolio Monitoring & Reporting
- Prepare comprehensive and accurate portfolio reports covering financial performance, KPIs, and operational updates
- Conduct regular financial reviews, KPI tracking, risk assessments, and monitoring of business plan execution
- Monitor industry trends, market developments, and regulatory changes that may impact portfolio performance
Essential Experience, Skills & Knowledge:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Economics, or a related field
- 5+ years of relevant experience in corporate planning, strategy, M&A, corporate finance, or management consulting; exposure to venture capital, private equity, or startups is a plus
- Strong capabilities in financial analysis, modelling, valuation, and business analysis. Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with Power BI or data visualization tools is an advantage
- Track record in value creation, portfolio monitoring, operational improvements, and exit/M&A support
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, able to engage stakeholders at all levels and present complex concepts clearly. Detail-oriented, with a strong commitment to producing high-quality work
- Able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, with strong problem-solving skills, sound judgment, and leadership potential
