Assistant Vice President, Debt Capital Markets

United Overseas Bank; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 480,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

United Overseas Bank Hong Kong is seeking a Transaction Execution professional to support DCM deal execution, prepare pitch books, term sheets, and investor presentations, while coordinating with legal, compliance, and syndicate teams.

You will conduct market updates and issuer credit analysis, assist senior bankers with client pitches, maintain deal pipelines, and liaise with cross-functional teams to ensure timely, accurate execution in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in banking or financial services, preferably in an operational support role.
• Strong understanding of banking products, services, and regulatory requirements in Hong Kong.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication skills in English and Cantonese; Mandarin is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Support execution of DCM transactions including pitch books and investor materials.
• Coordinate due diligence, documentation, and approvals with legal and compliance.
• Track deal timelines and cross‑functional progress.
• Conduct market updates and issuer credit analysis using financial data.
• Assist senior bankers with client pitches and relationship materials.
• Maintain client database and deal pipeline for internal reporting.
• Liaise with syndicate, sales & trading, research and risk teams.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company: 1201 UOB Hong Kong

About UOB

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) is a leading bank in ASEAN with a global network in Southeast Asia, Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. Operating through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand and Vietnam, we have a global network of about 430 branches and offices in 19 markets. At the heart of UOB is our culture, shaped by the UOB Way and anchored on our four values - Honourable, Enterprising, United and Committed. For more than 90 years, these values have guided how we do right by our customers, collaborate with one another and create long-term value for the communities we operate in. As One Bank, we are committed to helping our colleagues build sustainable careers grounded in purpose, supported by strong values, and enriched with meaningful opportunities to grow.

Job Description

Transaction Execution

Support execution of DCM transactions including

• Assist in preparing pitch books, term sheets, and investor presentations
• Coordinate due diligence, documentation, and approval processes with legal, compliance, and syndicate teams
• Track deal timelines and ensure smooth execution across multiple stakeholders

Market & Credit Analysis

• Conduct market updates, comparable issuance analysis, and pricing benchmarks
• Perform issuer credit analysis using financial statements, rating agency reports, and industry data

Origination Support

• Assist senior bankers in preparing client pitches and relationship materials
• Maintain client database, deal pipeline tracking, and internal reporting

Internal Coordination

• Liaise with syndicate desk, sales & trading, research, and risk teams
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements
• Maintain transaction documentation and internal systems accurately

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2-5 years of experience in a banking or financial services environment, preferably in an operational support role.
• Strong understanding of banking products, services, and regulatory requirements in Hong Kong.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken, in English and Cantonese. Mandarin is a plus.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively to meet deadlines.
• A strong sense of responsibility and a proactive attitude.

Important Notice - HKMA Mandatory Reference Checking Scheme

This role falls under the Mandatory Reference Checking (MRC) Scheme introduced by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), effective from 30 September 2025. As part of the hiring process, we are required to request conduct-related reference information from your current and previous employers (authorized institutions) covering the past seven years.

The MRC Scheme aims to strengthen integrity and transparency in the banking industry and prevent the recurrence of misconduct across institutions. All reference checks will be carried out in accordance with the Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (PDPO) and relevant regulatory guidelines. For more information, please refer to the HKAB's MRC Scheme FAQ for In-Scope Individuals

Additional Requirements

Develop, Engage, Execute, Strategise, Develop (Competency), Engage (Competency), Execute (Competency), Strategise (Competency)

Be a Part of the UOB Family

UOB is an equal opportunity employer. UOB does not discriminate on the basis of a candidate's age, race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or other non-merit factors. All employment decisions at UOB are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications. If you require any assistance or accommodations to be made for the recruitment process, please inform us when you submit your online application.