Company Overview:
Mizuho has a long-term commitment to the Hong Kong market. With strong ties to Mizuho’s global network and a workforce of over 600 staff in Hong Kong, we are able to help corporations in Hong Kong to expand their business worldwide. Our clients primarily comprise Japanese and non-Japanese corporations (including those domiciled in the PRC), financial institutions, and government and quasi-government organizations. We provide a full spectrum of corporate banking services to our customers including syndicated loans, treasury, transaction banking, financial advisory, project finance, merger and acquisition, leveraged finance, and structured finance.
Why Mizuho
At Mizuho, we provide the stability of an international industry leader with the career trajectory of a growing business. Our steady, strategic growth gives our people at all levels rewarding degrees of responsibility and a richer work experience than a boutique firm or an established giant could offer alone.
It is the local expertise of our employees that makes our global network so powerful. By collaborating with colleagues and clients who have your same ambition and drive, you can amplify your sphere of influence and base of knowledge as part of one of the largest—and growing—banks in the world.
About the team:
Financial Institutions Coverage – Banking APAC HK maintains and develops banking business with public sector, financial institutions, and non-bank financial institutions, including but not limited to regulators, banks, insurance companies, funds, leasing companies, asset management companies, securities firms, and financial sponsors.
Role requirements:
- To follow the policy and direction of the Bank and to assist supervisors in accomplishing the overall duties and responsibilities at all times;
- To review and recommend corporate finance/banking objectives and to monitor their implementation in accordance with corporate objectives;
- To direct the implementation of new and existing corporate finance/banking products within the Department, including providing advice, guidance, and/or approval in the structuring and/or execution of deals and credits;
- To maintain direct relationship with important customers to serve their corporate finance requirements;
- To prepare general business reports for business review meetings;
- To implement certain marketing or general management policies;
- To handle customer enquiries, KYC, account opening, maintenance documentation and loan documentation for potential and existing customers;
- To provide backup support to other BP(s) during daily operations and leave when needed;
- To assist supervisors in preparing credit proposals or call memos and in collecting related information;
- To review credit proposals/applications/renewals submitted by credit analysts; and to handle the most complex accounts whenever necessary;
- To monitor existing credit commitments to identify potential credit problems to ensure conformity with agreement terms together with CA Section, and to recommend and implement appropriate action should an unfavorable trend
- To promote cost efficiency and effectiveness through Departmental QC activities from time to time.
- To fully fulfill the duties and make approvals as specified in the Overseas Operating Procedures and the Authorization Memo;
- Caution Instruction Issue, subject to relevant Procedure Manual & The Management’s instruction issued from time to time;
- To perform any other administrative duties assigned by Section Head and Management.
Essential Functions:
- The role is responsible to support its Section Head and superiors to maintain and develop banking business activities with Financial Institutions Coverage – Banking APAC HK clients including marketing activities and other works.
- To coordinate with Middle / Bank office / subsidiaries and affiliates of Mizuho Financial Group for smooth banking operations.
Competencies:
- We are looking for an individual who puts into practice Mizuho’s mission, vision, values, and clearly delivers them to junior staff
- Proactively initiates changes and improvements for higher productivity/performance
- Respects for and commits to high standards of business conduct and integrity in promoting deals/projects, conducting operations/ reporting, etc.
Work experience, education and skills:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related discipline;
- 5–8 years of experience covering NBFIs;
- Experience in managing fund accounts, asset managers, and financial sponsors is an advantage;
- Experience in financial institutions and the public sector is desirable but not essential;
- Fluent in English and either Cantonese or Mandarin; Japanese language skills are a plus;
- Strong communication and presentation skills;
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint.
Application:
Employment of the in-scope positions are subject to Mandatory Reference Checking Scheme (MRCS) as per regulatory requirement. For details, please refer to (Mandatory Reference Checking Scheme Phase 2 I The Hong Kong Association of Banks).
Please state your current and expected salary on your CV when you submit your application.
Mizuho Bank Limited:
Mizuho Bank, Ltd. in Hong Kong is an integral part of the Japan-based Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE: MFG). The Mizuho group is a global financial services leader with offices in 35 countries, approximately 52,000 employees, and assets of almost USD 2 trillion. Mizuho provides expertise in retail banking, corporate finance, investment banking, asset management, capital markets, and sales and trading, to help businesses develop and find new opportunities for growth. To learn more: www.mizuhogroup.com
Mizuho’s People Philosophy
The Mizuho People Philosophy serves as the guiding standard for embodying Mizuho’s Corporate Identity. It establishes the fundamental philosophy for the ways we support people within Mizuho, based on our belief that our people’s growth and fulfillment are essential to achieving our corporate goals.
Mizuho is committed to:
- Supporting the professional growth of people
- Recognizing people who promote Mizuho’s Values
- Fostering an inclusive culture where everyone can thrive as their true selves
The full text for the Mizuho People Philosophy can be accessed via this link: https://www.mizuhogroup.com/sustainability/social/employees
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