Associate/ Senior Associate, Debt Capital Markets

Job Summary:

This role in Debt Capital Markets covers both syndication and execution which includes book building, bond rate and pricing analysis; structuring and executing debt capital market transactions across corporate, LGFVs and financial sectors. The position requires deep market knowledge, strong relationship skills, hands-on execution expertise, and investor knowhow, with syndicate knowledge as a plus. The role involves close collaboration with coverages, sales, legal & compliance to deliver direct financing solutions and seamless transaction execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Origination & Coverage: Lead client engagement and relationship management to identify and develop debt financing opportunities, positioning the bank as a preferred bookrunner and lead arranger.

• Execution: Oversee the end-to-end execution of debt capital market transactions. Manage internal approval processes, prepare credit analyses, transaction summary, and pitch materials for senior management and credit committees.

• Syndication and Market Intelligence: Provide market insights, investor demand assessments, and pricing analysis to coverage teams and clients, ensuring competitive pricing and successful deal placement.

• Stakeholder Management: Liaise with legal counsel, rating agencies, auditors, and external advisors to ensure compliance and smooth transaction closing.

• Marketing: Provide marketing strategies for debt transactions and pinpoint appropriate investors

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in Debt Capital Markets, including execution roles at a reputable financial institution, with syndicate experience as a plus.

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field. Advanced degree (MBA) preferred.

• Certifications: CPA and/or CFA designations are highly preferred.

Skills & preferred attributes:

• Decent knowledge of debt capital markets products including investment grade /high yield bond across LGFV, corporate and FI sectors.

• Strong credit analysis, financial modeling, and pricing skills.

• Proven track record of leading debt transactions from origination, book building and closing.•Excellent client relationship management and negotiation skills.

• A good team player and able to work under pressure with the capability in multi-tasking.•Proficiency in preparing high-quality pitch books and transaction documentation.•Experience working with cross-border and multi-currency debt issuances.

• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks and credit rating agency processes.

• Strong knowhow about investors for different debt deals

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple stakeholders.•Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.