Location:
Hong Kong (preferred) or Singapore
Our client, a prestigious international financial services firm with offices across Asia, is seeking an entrepreneurial and seasoned Capital Markets professional to establish and lead their expanding Debt Services business .
The Opportunity
This is a platform role for a driven professional to lead and grow the Business Development function in Asia. You will have significant autonomy to shape strategy, drive revenue growth, and build a business with entrepreneurial independence — all while being backed by a global team across the region.
Key Responsibilities
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Develop and execute strategic growth plans across Asian markets, with a focus on Chinese banks and bond issuances
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Build and strengthen senior relationships across banks, issuers, funds, and law firms
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Lead origination efforts, prepare and deliver compelling proposals, and close new business mandates
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Represent the firm at industry conferences, raising visibility and generating pipeline opportunities
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Drive BD performance, mentor colleagues, and align with global teams on pricing and strategy
Ideal Profile
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Proven track record in capital markets, debt administration, or corporate trust services in Asia
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Extensive experience in loan agency, security trustee, and debt capital markets transactions
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Strong network with regional and Chinese financial institutions and arrangers
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Fluency in Mandarin or Cantonese preferred for effective engagement with Chinese issuers and banks
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Entrepreneurial mindset with strong commercial instincts; self-starter comfortable working with autonomy
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Entrepreneurial platform with minimal bureaucracy and rapid decision-making
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Competitive compensation with meaningful performance incentives
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Global exposure with long-term career growth potential
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Opportunity to shape, scale, and lead a growing Asian business unit
This is an exceptional opportunity for a senior professional ready to leverage their expertise and network to build something substantial. If you have a proven history of generating revenue in capital markets and are motivated by entrepreneurial challenges, we’d like to connect.