Corporate Banker, Vice President

J.P. Morgan; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial services firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced coverage banker to manage a portfolio of Malaysia-based clients. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in corporate banking, with strong skills in client relationship management and risk management. Responsibilities include acquiring new clients, conducting analyses to maximize business opportunities, and leading financing-related transactions. A minimum of 10 years in corporate banking is required, along with strong analytical and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in corporate banking and/or client coverage.
• Extensive experience with credit and corporate finance products.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Acquire and develop new client relationships.
• Conduct comprehensive client analysis for business opportunities.
• Lead financing-related work streams and ensure seamless execution.

Skills

Corporate banking experience

Client relationship management

Risk management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Post-graduate qualifications (MBA, CPA/CA, CFA)

Job description

As a coverage banker, you will serve as the primary relationship manager for a portfolio of Malaysia-headquartered clients, consisting of Government-Linked and Local Corporates. We are looking for an exceptional individual to join our high-energy, dynamic team dedicated to growing our footprint and delivering best-in‑class service to our clients.

Job Responsibilities

• Acquire and develop new client relationships while deepening existing ones. Independently manage a portfolio of clients, driving growth in JPMorgan’s revenue across a diverse range of products and services.
• Conduct comprehensive client analysis to identify business needs and opportunities, leveraging JPMorgan’s full suite of corporate banking solutions – including financing, capital markets, risk management, payments, securities services and asset management.
• Develop and implement strategic account plans for client portfolio, collaborating closely with product partners to execute cross‑sell strategies through origination and targeted marketing of JPMorgan’s products and services.
• Lead and coordinate financing‑related work streams, ensuring seamless execution of transactions. Facilitate approvals from various internal committees and stakeholders as required.
• Demonstrate strong risk management practices to safeguard JPMorgan’s reputation and clients. Ensure strict adherence to internal policies, procedures and all applicable laws and regulations.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high‑performance work environment.
• Partner with colleagues across regions and functions to deliver integrated solutions to clients including cross‑border banking needs.

Required Qualifications, Skills and Capabilities

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in corporate banking and/or client coverage.
• Extensive experience and in‑depth knowledge of credit and corporate finance products, risk management solutions and transaction banking.
• Proven track record as a Client Relationship Manager, with the ability to build and develop client relationships, win new business, close transactions and develop networks both internally and externally.
• Strong credit, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with stakeholders at all levels.

Preferred Qualifications, Capabilities and Skills

• Prior experience in Investment Banking or Debt Capital Markets would be preferred.
• Post‑graduate qualifications (e.g. MBA, CPA/CA and CFA) would be an advantage.