Yip Kang is an Assistant Vice President in the Asset Valuation and Analytics team at GIC. In his role, he oversees data management across prices, rates, and analytics, as well as managing and executing deliverables in data transformation projects. He proactively monitors market developments and news, translating their impact into our valuation approaches, methodologies, and operations.
Outside of work, Yip Kang enjoys a life of exercising and reading, which helps him stay balanced and informed.
Why did you decide to join GIC?
GIC’s reputation for being one of the largest and most well-respected sovereign wealth funds in the world. The opportunity to trade in a diverse set of asset class provides me with broader experience in the industry. Furthermore, GIC plays a crucial role in the country’s financial stability making the work meaningful and impactful.
What does your typical workday look like?
Overseeing data management across prices, rates and analytics. I manage and execute deliverables in data transformation projects. Additionally, I proactively monitor market developments and news, translating their impact into valuation approaches, methodologies, and operations to stay ahead of market trends and maintain robust financial strategies.
What do you like most about working here?
What I enjoy most about working at GIC is that the work is both challenging and meaningful. The complexity of the tasks keeps me engaged and continuously learning, while the impact of our efforts on the country’s financial stability adds a profound sense of purpose to my role.
How would you describe the learning & development culture at GIC?
There are many areas where you can choose to develop your expertise, but the onus is on oneself to ask and seek learning opportunities. People here are extremely helpful and willing to share what they know, taking the initiative to drive your own learning is crucial.
What you should know before joining GIC
Be curious, be flexible and be yourself.