VP / Director - Industry Coverage Team, Digital Infrastructure

The Japan Research Institute, Limited (Singapore Branch); Singapore; On-site; SGD 300,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

The Japan Research Institute, Limited (Singapore Branch) seeks a VP/Director for the Industry Coverage Team in Digital Infrastructure. The role focuses on covering clients in the Digital Infrastructure space and originates tailored solutions for APAC ex-Japan clients.

Requirements include a recognized degree in finance or related field, 10+ years of investment banking experience with 3+ years in Digital Infrastructure, strong credit assessment, Excel modelling and PowerPoint skills, and

Qualifications

• Recognized degree in finance, accounting or related fields.
• At least 10 years of investment/corporate banking experience with strong product knowledge; at least 3 years Digital Infrastructure knowledge and transaction experience.
• Strong credit assessment, Excel modelling and PowerPoint skills.
• Familiarity with financial databases (Bloomberg, Capital IQ, Mergermarket).
• Independent, self‑motivated and team-oriented in a multicultural setting.

Responsibilities

• Proactive deal origination with Industry Lead in Digital Infrastructure across APAC ex-Japan.
• Lead deal origination and client coverage with multiple product teams in execution.
• Develop and maintain long‑term client relationships within the Digital Infrastructure space.
• Contribute to the team’s budget through client coverage and KPIs, including ownership of accounts.
• Monitor Digital Infrastructure sector trends and opportunities; support ideation and client engagement.
• Mentor and train junior team members on the job.

Skills

Credit assessment

Excel modelling

PowerPoint

Team player

Multicultural teamwork

Education

Recognized degree in finance, accounting or related fields

Tools

Bloomberg

Capital IQ

Mergermarket

Job description

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:

VP / Director - Industry Coverage Team, Digital Infrastructure

Date: Sep 4, 2026

Location: Singapore

As part of the Industry Coverage Team – Digital Infrastructure, the candidate would focus on covering clients in Digital Infrastructure industry to originate and deliver tailor‑made solutions to clients in APAC ex-Japan. The asset classes covered under the Digital Infrastructure industry would include data centers, fiber networks, telecom towers, satellites and other digital connectivity asset classes

Job Responsibilities

• Proactive deal origination efforts, including assisting Industry Lead, in the Digital Infrastructure space, as well as cross-selling opportunity identification and collaboration with multiple markets in the region
• Lead deal origination and client coverage in Digital Infrastructure space and co-work with multiple product teams / departments in execution process
• Develop and maintain quality, long‑term relationships with clients and various stakeholders in the industry
• Actively contribute to the team's budget through client coverage within the Digital Infrastructure sphere, including taking ownership of client accounts and related KPIs
• Keep track of Digital Infrastructure sector trends / developments and potential opportunities in the market and help with ideation, client engagement and pitching efforts
• Playing an active role in the on‑the‑job training and development of the junior team members

Job Requirements

• Recognized degree in finance, accounting or related fields
• At least 10 years of relevant investment / corporate banking experience with strong banking product knowledge; at least 3 years Digital Infrastructure industry knowledge and transaction experience. Broader TMT experience would be an advantage
• Strong credit assessment, Excel modelling and PowerPoint skills
• Familiarity with the various financial industry and market databases (Bloomberg, Capital IQ, Mergermarket, etc.)
• Independent, self‑motivated and strong team player with ability to work in multicultural team
• Ability to leverage and maximize output through internal and external support
• Positive personality with strong work ethics