Manager - Finance (Corporate Finance & Investor Relations)

If you are looking to excel and make a difference, take a closer look at us… This role will be responsible to support the Investor Relations functions of the Bank by providing periodic update to the Bank’s performance, manages investor meetings and performing analysis/benchmarking for management. The role will cover the Corporate Finance function as well in assisting in the execution of corporate finance deals including but not limited to mergers & acquisition (“M&A”), disposals, investment opportunities, equity and debt capital market transactions. Investor Relations • Develop and maintain relationships with investors and analysts by providing periodic updates on the Bank’s performance and strategies. • Organise investor meetings, conferences and roadshows, as well as the preparation of investor presentations and reports • Manage inquiries from analysts and investors, review analysts’ report and highlight commentaries / concerns • Provide financial analysis that mirrors those of analysts to help enhance engagement and communication process • Lead in the coordination and preparation of the Bank’s annual report • Monitor market and industry trends, regulatory developments and competitor activities • Provide support for all rating exercises Corporate Finance • Provide support for M&A and investment activities from evaluation, execution through to completion of the transaction. • Perform research, financial analysis / modelling and valuation of targets. • Evaluate the prospect and provide recommendations to management in presentation format, supported with both commercial and financial justifications. • Lead in deal execution and closing of transaction, including but not limited to review of transaction documentation, obtaining board and shareholders’ approval, deal structuring and funding/capital considerations. • Oversee debt and equity capital raising for the Bank and ensure governance of existing debt/capital programmes. Education/Qualification Bachelor Degree, Professional Degree or Master Degree in accounting / finance / banking or related field. Job Requirements: • Preferably 4 to 6 years of relevant experience. • Great team player that is able to work under stress and manage various stakeholders of the Bank. • Experience in corporate finance or investment banking. • Experience in the capital markets related activities, financial modelling and valuation would be a distinct advantage. • Analytical mindset with attention to details, research capabilities and problem-solving skills. • Excellent communication and presentation skills. • Advanced Word, Excel and PowerPoint proficiency. • Familiarity with SC’s capital markets guidelines, Basel III and banking regulations. • Familiarity with generative AI tools and prompt engineering like Gemini, ChatGPT, Claude, etc. About Hong Leong Bank We are a leading financial institution in Malaysia backed by a century of entrepreneurial heritage. Providing comprehensive financial services guided by a Digital-at-the-Core ethos has earned us industry recognition and accolades for our innovative approach in making banking simpler and more effortless for our customers. Our digital and physical offerings span across a vast nationwide network in Malaysia, strengthened with an expanding regional presence in Singapore, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Cambodia, and China. We seek to strike a balance between diversity, inclusion and merit to achieve our mission of infusing diversity in thinking and skillsets into our organisation. Candidates are assessed based on merit and potential, in line with our mission to attract and recruit the best talent available. Expanding on our “Digital at the Core” ethos, we are progressively digitising the employee journey and experience to provide a strong foundation for our people to drive life-long learning, achieve their career aspirations and grow talent from within our organisation. Realise your full potential at Hong Leong Bank by applying now.