Head of ECM

Michael Page; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is recruiting a senior Equity Capital Markets leader to head the ECM franchise of a Hong Kong-listed financial services group. You will drive strategy, originate and execute equity financing transactions, and lead cross-border opportunities between Hong Kong, Mainland China and international markets.

The role requires a track record in investment banking or ECM, extensive knowledge of HK IPOs and secondary offerings, and strong leadership to recruit and mentor a high-performing

Qualifications

• 8+ years in investment banking or ECM with management experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of HK IPOs, secondary offerings, placements, rights issues.
• Solid understanding of HK capital markets, listing rules and regulatory requirements.
• Proven track record in client origination and deal execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow the firm's ECM business, including strategy development.
• Originate and execute equity financing transactions, including IPOs and follow-ons.
• Build and maintain relationships with listed/pre-IPO companies, investors, and PE firms.
• Lead transaction origination, valuation, deal structuring, underwriting, and negotiations.
• Drive cross-border opportunities between HK, Mainland China, and international markets.
• Collaborate with IB, research, sales & trading, and institutional teams.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and risk controls.
• Own business targets including revenue, deal conversion, and client coverage.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing ECM team.

Skills

ECM leadership

Deal origination

Client origination

Cross-border equity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance/Economics/Accounting/Law

Job description

• A rapidly growing financial services group in hong kong
• Established track record in IPO sponsorship and corporate finance advisory

• A rapidly growing financial services group in hong kong
• Established track record in IPO sponsorship and corporate finance advisory

About Our Client

A Hong Kong-listed financial services group that provides a comprehensive range of capital markets and securities services, including corporate finance, IPO sponsorship, financial advisory, securities brokerage, asset management, and investment advisory solutions. The firm holds multiple SFC licenses (Types 1, 4, 6, and 9) and serves as an integrated platform supporting both corporate and institutional clients across fundraising, listing, M&A, and investment activities. With a strong focus on Greater China, the company has an established track record in IPO execution and cross-border capital markets transactions.

Job Description

• Lead and grow the firm's Equity Capital Markets (ECM) business, including strategy development, business expansion, and team management.
• Originate and execute equity financing transactions, including IPOs, follow-on offerings, placements, rights issues, convertible securities, and other capital raising activities.
• Build and maintain relationships with listed companies, pre-IPO companies, corporate shareholders, private equity firms, institutional investors, and other market participants.
• Lead transaction origination, valuation analysis, deal structuring, underwriting arrangements, and negotiations.
• Drive cross-border capital market opportunities between Hong Kong, Mainland China, and international markets.
• Work closely with investment banking, research, sales & trading, and institutional teams to maximize business opportunities.
• Ensure all activities comply with relevant regulatory requirements and internal risk management standards.
• Take ownership of business targets, including revenue generation, deal conversion, and client coverage.
• Recruit, mentor, and develop a high-performing ECM team.

The Successful Applicant

• Bachelor's degree or above in Finance, Economics, Accounting, Law, or a related discipline.
• At least 8 years of experience in investment banking, equity capital markets, or related fields, with management experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Hong Kong IPOs, secondary offerings, placements, rights issues, and other equity financing products.
• Solid understanding of Hong Kong capital markets, listing rules, regulatory requirements, and market practices.
• Proven track record in client origination and deal execution.
• Strong commercial acumen, transaction structuring, negotiation, and leadership skills.
• Excellent communication skills in English and Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese preferred).
• High professional integrity, strong risk awareness, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

What's On Offer

This role offers a unique opportunity to build and scale an ECM franchise within an established Hong Kong-listed financial services platform. The successful candidate will have the autonomy to drive business growth, leverage the firm's existing IPO and corporate finance platform, and play a key leadership role in developing cross-border capital markets opportunities across Greater China. It is an ideal opportunity for a senior ECM banker seeking greater entrepreneurial exposure and a meaningful impact on the firm's long-term growth.

Quote job ref: JN-102026-7135419