ECM Associate

Societe Generale; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A global financial services firm is seeking an ECM Associate in Hong Kong to originate, structure, and execute equity transactions across the APAC region. The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Finance or related fields and have exceptional communication skills in English and Mandarin. Responsibilities include transaction execution, client coverage, and project management, with a focus on maintaining quality and building client relationships. Join a company committed to teamwork and innovation.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in ECM, Corporate Finance, Investment Banking, or related capital markets roles.
• Solid understanding of equity markets, HK/PRC regulatory environments (HKEX, SFC), and capital markets products.

Responsibilities

• Support the end to end execution of equity and equity linked transactions.
• Prepare marketing materials, investor presentations, and transaction documentation.
• Conduct industry and equity-market research.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in Chinese (Mandarin)

Strong multi-tasking ability

Attention to detail

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Accounting, or a related discipline

Job description

Reference 260006SJ

Responsibilities

Position Overview

The ECM Associate will play a key role in originating, structuring, and executing equity and equity linked transactions across the APAC region. The successful candidate will work closely with senior bankers, product partners, coverage teams, and internal and external stakeholders to deliver high quality execution on IPOs, follow on offerings, block trades, convertible bonds, and other equity related financing solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Transaction Execution

• Support the end to end execution of equity and equity linked transactions, including IPOs, rights issues, placements, block trades, and convertible bond issuances.
• Prepare marketing materials, investor presentations, offering circulars, and transaction documentation.
• Coordinate with internal teams (Legal, Compliance, Syndicate, Sales & Trading, Research) throughout the execution process.

Origination & Client Coverage

• Assist in preparing client pitches, market updates, and strategic financing ideas to support senior bankers in business development.
• Conduct industry, company, and equity-market research to identify trends, opportunities, and potential clients.
• Support the team in maintaining client relationships and preparing client-specific materials.

Market & Product Expertise

• Monitor equity and capital markets developments, including trading flows, regulatory updates, volatility trends, and sector movements.
• Develop strong expertise in equity and equity linked products, including pricing methodologies, investor dynamics, and distribution strategy.

Project Management

• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders such including issuers, legal advisors, auditors, and stock exchanges.
• Manage workstreams and timelines to ensure accurate and timely deliverables.

Required Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Accounting, or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in ECM, Corporate Finance, Investment Banking, or related capital markets roles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and Chinese (Mandarin).
• Strong multi-tasking ability, attention to detail, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid understanding of equity markets, Hong Kong/PRC regulatory environments (HKEX, SFC), and capital markets products.

This is an in-scope position under the MRC Scheme. As per the Guidelines on the Mandatory Reference Checking (MRC) Scheme issued by HKAB, which have been endorsed by the HKMA, Authorized Institutions that are hiring staff for Relevant Positions need to obtain specific references from past employers for whom you have worked during the preceding seven years.

Business Insight

Our Culture

At Societe Generale, we live by our 4 core values of commitment, responsibility, team spirit and innovation. We are engaged and demonstrate consideration for others. We act ethically and with courage. We focus our talent and energy on collective success. We experiment and propose new ideas. This way, we maximize our ability to serve client needs and anticipate market changes. Societe Generale is committed to strengthening bonds with colleagues, communities, and the world in which we live, because relationships are at the heart of how we operate. Please visit our APAC career website: https://www.societegenerale.asia/en/careers/building-your-career-with/ for more information.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I)

Our mission: Recruit, develop, advance, and retain a diverse workforce that is united in our efforts to enhance our competitive position and deliver innovative solutions to our clients.

Our Vision

• Engaged workforce that is demographically diverse in a way that reflects the communities in which we operate
• Inclusive culture and workplace that recognizes employees' unique needs and utilizes their diverse talents
• Engage our community and marketplace, and position the organization to meet the needs of all its clients

Check out our DE&I initiatives: https://www.societegenerale.asia/en/careers/diversity-equity-inclusion-dei/

Societe Generale is committed to offering inclusive recruitment experience to all candidates. If you require any reasonable accommodation of assistance during the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to let our HR staff know.