Junior Team Member, Strategic Advisory

RHB Group; Kampung Malaysia Tambahan; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

RHB Investment Banking seeks a proactive Junior Team Member, Strategic Advisory, to support senior bankers in executing M&A and advisory mandates in Malaysia. You will assist with financial modeling, due diligence, and the preparation of client presentations and transaction documents.

Based in Kuala Lumpur, you will work with cross-functional teams, ensure governance and risk controls, and contribute to strategic advisory initiatives while developing professionally within RHB Banking Group.

Qualifications

• Experience in investment banking or corporate finance is expected.
• Strong financial modeling, valuation, and analytical abilities.
• Excellent planning and multi-project execution under tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Execute M&A transactions, including due diligence, valuation, modeling, structuring, and deal documentation.
• Conduct market, industry, and company research to identify target opportunities.
• Prepare high-quality presentation decks, information memoranda, and strategic proposals.
• Ensure governance and risk management compliance for transactions.
• Collaborate with Group Wholesale Banking teams to identify cross-selling opportunities.

Skills

Financial modeling

Valuation

Due diligence

Pitch decks

Governance

Risk management

Cross-functional

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated professional to join our team as a Junior Team Member, Strategic Advisory (Assistant Manager - Manager rank) at RHB Investment Banking. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting a wide range of strategic transactions and advisory services. You will collaborate closely with senior bankers and cross-functional teams, assisting with financial modeling, valuation, due diligence, and the preparation of high-impact client presentations and transaction documentation.

What You Will Be Doing

• Transaction Execution & Management: Execute M&A transactions, including due diligence, valuation, financial modeling, structuring, and deal documentation, ensuring deals are completed efficiently within agreed timelines
• Strategic & Analytical Support: Conduct comprehensive market, industry, and company research to identify and evaluate target opportunities. Provide actionable insights and recommendations to the Head, Strategic Advisory regarding acquisitions, investments, and partnerships, while assisting in post-deal reporting and performance tracking
• Presentation & Documentation: Prepare high-quality presentation decks, including pitch books, information memoranda, and strategic proposals
• Governance & Risk Oversight: Ensure strict adherence to internal governance standards, regulatory requirements, and risk management frameworks. Proactively identify transaction risks and propose practical mitigation strategies
• People Collaboration: Partner closely with teams across Group Wholesale Banking to identify cross-selling opportunities and win new mandates

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 1-3 years of working experience in Investment Banking, corporate finance, or related advisory fields
• Strong financial modeling, valuation, and analytical capabilities
• Good planning, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple deliverables under tight deadlines
• Driven, passionate, and committed to professional excellence
• Strong interest in the activities and development of the capital markets, especially in Malaysia
• Solid knowledge of capital market rules, regulatory requirements, and compliance standards

What We Offer

At RHB Banking Group, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment that empowers our employees to reach their full potential. We offer competitive remuneration, comprehensive benefits, and ample opportunities for professional development and career growth.