We are seeking an experienced Associate Director to join our specialist cross-border Debt Issuer Services team in Hong Kong. This is a unique opportunity to work at the centre of complex, high-value Debt Capital Markets (DCM) transactions across Asia and global markets.

Working closely with investment banks, law firms and financial advisors, you will play a key role supporting liability management transactions, complex debt restructurings and operational consultancy across DCM deals. This role offers strong exposure to cross-border transactions, working alongside execution teams in Hong Kong, London and New York.

This position is ideally suited to someone who combines strong client engagement capability with hands-on transaction execution and operational ownership. While relationship management and business development are important, we are specifically seeking someone who is equally strong in project delivery, operational execution and end-to-end transaction management.

What you will be responsible for

Client & Commercial Focus

• Support client coverage, new business origination and relationship development
• Build and maintain a high-quality pipeline of opportunities
• Identify cross-sell and referral opportunities across regional and global teams
• Maintain strong relationships with issuers, banks, law firms and advisors

Transaction Execution & Operational Delivery

• Act as a core deal team member across liability management and restructuring transactions
• Lead or support due diligence, structuring and documentation processes
• Act as a key client contact during live transactions
• Coordinate closely with operations teams to ensure seamless execution
• Manage multiple complex transactions simultaneously, delivering to tight deadlines
• Support engagement with Central Securities Depositories, custodians and institutional investors
• Review and negotiate standard DCM documentation
• Support billing processes and ensure strong financial and operational controls

Cross-Border Collaboration

• Work closely with teams across APAC, US and global offices
• Support the execution of cross-border transactions and client delivery

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Build strong working relationships across legal, risk, operations and commercial teams
• Support team collaboration and knowledge sharing across regions

What we are looking for

• Strong experience within Debt Capital Markets, particularly liability management and/or restructuring transactions
• Solid understanding of DCM operational processes (tender offers, exchange offers, consent solicitations etc.)
• Proven track record working across Asia (Europe and/or US exposure advantageous)
• Strong balance of client engagement capability and transaction execution experience
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership of processes and operational delivery
• Strong commercial acumen and relationship management capability
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English and Chinese
• Experience working with senior stakeholders including issuers, banks and law firms
• Advanced Excel skills (including data manipulation such as Pivot Tables and VLOOKUP) advantageous
• Bachelor’s degree (Finance or related discipline preferred)
• Willingness to travel and work flexibly to support live transactions

If you are looking to step into a role that combines client engagement, technical DCM expertise and true transaction ownership, we would welcome your application.

Through our two businesses MUFG Retirement Solutions and MUFG Corporate Markets, we partner with a diversified portfolio of global clients to provide robust, efficient and scalable services, purpose-built solutions and modern technology platforms that deliver world class outcomes and experiences.

A member of MUFG, a global financial group, we help manage regulatory complexity, improve data management and connect people with their assets, through exceptional user experience that leverages the expertise of our people combined with scalable technology, digital connectivity and data insights.

Our MUFG Corporate Markets division provides clients with a comprehensive corporate market offering that connects issuers to their stakeholders. Our uniquely integrated range of corporate markets capabilities includes shareholder management and analytics, stakeholder engagement, share and unit registry, employee share plans, and digital and print communications. We also offer company secretarial support, as well as various specialist offerings such as insolvency solutions. We operate in twelve countries throughout Australasia, Asia, Africa, the Middle East, United Kingdom and Europe.

Our teams combine a wealth of industry experience with a rigorous focus on client management to deliver a premium service underpinned by market leading digital technology provided by our Technology division.

MUFG Pension & Market Services is building a dynamic, client focused, caring and inclusive culture that is built on the foundations of an entrepreneurial spirit, effective risk management, empathy and trust, and underpinned by its core values.

We are an inclusive employer whose people work collaboratively. We encourage, support and value the various talents and perspectives of our people and promote a flexible and blended work environment where our people can thrive and their wellbeing is supported. We know that diversity drives better client outcomes, continuous improvement, and growth. Be part of the MUFG Pension & Market Services journey and together we will achieve our full potential.

We treat all individuals fairly and equitably and do not discriminate on the basis of diverse characteristics including, but not limited to gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ethnicity, cultural background, physical abilities/disabilities, religious or political belief, marital or family status or carers responsibilities.

Candidates must have the relevant work rights to be considered for an opportunity at MUFG Pension & Market Services. Successful applicants will be required to complete background screening prior to commencement of employment.