Senior Associate, Capital Markets

First Circle

. Source and close new funding relationships inside target cost of funds .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeHong Kong • Hong KongSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial modeling, investor relations, and capital markets operations, with a strong ability to produce high-quality marketing materials and manage investor reporting. Proven track record in negotiating term sheets and structuring debt facilities while collaborating with senior leadership.

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Financial ModelingInvestor RelationsDebt Facilities StructuringNegotiation of Term SheetsCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Financial ModelingAnalytical SkillsDebt Facilities StructuringSecuritizationInvestor ReportingCovenant ComplianceNegotiationScenario AnalysisPitch Deck PreparationData Room Management

Soft Skills

Excellent Written CommunicationExcellent Verbal CommunicationSelf-StarterProblem SolvingAdaptability

Industry Keywords

Investment BankingStructured FinancePrivate CreditCapital MarketsFintechFinancial InclusionEmerging Markets

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Source and close new funding relationships inside target cost of funds
Maintain and build a funnel of debt and equity investors
Prepare clear, concise marketing materials for internal decision-makers and external investors, including pitch decks, teasers, and data rooms
Support the structuring and execution of debt facilities and securitisations alongside legal counsel and lenders
Own investor reporting and covenant compliance, ensuring accurate and timely delivery to funding partners
Build and maintain financial models for facilities, structures, and scenario analysis
Own negotiation of term sheets and facility agreements
Build systems and processes that scale the capital markets operation
Work closely with senior leadership across Finance, Legal, debt and equity funding, funding structures, relationship building, business intelligence, and investor reporting
Report to the CFO, Josh O'Donnell
Attend significant meetings with external parties and travel across Southeast Asia to meet prospective investors

Requirements

What you’ll need

3-6 years of experience in investment banking, structured finance, private credit, capital markets, or a related field
Strong financial modelling and analytical skills
Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to produce investor-grade materials
A self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
Comfortable with ambiguity and able to solve unfamiliar problems with minimal guidance
Interest in fintech, financial inclusion, and emerging markets
Willingness to travel across SEA as required

Benefits

Comp & perks

The opportunity to play a pivotal role in building a category-defining SME neobank
Direct exposure to senior leadership and world-class investors, including the World Bank
A steep learning curve across capital markets, structured finance, and fintech operations
Competitive compensation and equity
A hybrid working environment based in Hong Kong