Director, Digital Infrastructure, Structured Finance Dept Asia

SUMITOMO MITSUI BANKING CORPORATION Singapore Branch; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading banking corporation is seeking a Director to lead structured finance transactions in the digital infrastructure space. The role involves origination, client coverage, and deal execution across SE Asia, India, and North Asia markets. Candidates should possess extensive experience in structured finance with strong analytical skills and a proven track record in large-scale financing projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10-12 years of experience in structured finance or investment banking.
• Proven track record in leading large-scale financing projects.
• Driven professional with high level of personal integrity.

Responsibilities

• Lead the origination and structuring of financing solutions for digital infrastructure transactions.
• Actively pitch tailored financial solutions and manage relationships with clients.
• Execute transactions from start to finish, collaborating with various stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Financial modeling

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business, Economics

MBA

Job description

Job Purpose

Director will lead and manage structured finance transactions in digital infrastructure space, including data centers, towers, fiber optics, cloud services, subsea cables, satellites etc.

This role requires a strategic thinker with extensive experience in structured finance and a deep understanding of digital infrastructure trends.

This position will report to the Head of Infrastructure Asia, based in Singapore, covering SE Asia, India and North Asia markets.

Job Responsibilities

Deal Origination and Client Coverage

1. Lead the origination and structuring of financing solutions for digital infrastructure transactions.
2. Actively pitch tailored financial solutions to clients by leveraging on industry knowledge, expertise and risk assessment.
3. Manage relationships with clients, investors, and stakeholders to identify new business and cross sell opportunities to improve and maximize returns.
4. Stay abreast of market trends, regulatory changes, and technological advancements in the digital infrastructure sector.
5. Prepare presentations and reports for senior management and external stakeholders.

Deal Execution

1. Execute transactions front to end, working together with internal stakeholders (Credit risk, Treasury, legal and compliance) and external stakeholders.
2. Build, review & run sensitivities on robust financial model/cash flow to assess feasibility and profitability of projects, accounting for various scenarios
3. Present transactions to internal credit and risk committees, ensuring alignment with risk appetite and regulatory requirements.

Stakeholder Collaboration and Thought Leadership

1. Coordination with internal stakeholders in risk analysis and setting of rules related to new business development when required and support senior management’s directions

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, Business, Economics, or a related field; MBA preferred.
• Minimum of 10-12 years of experience in structured finance, investment banking, or related fields, with a focus on digital infrastructure preferred.
• Proven track record in leading large-scale financing projects from inception to closing.
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency in financial modeling.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Driven professional with high level of personal and professional integrity and work ethics