VP, Fund Finance Group, Specialised Product Dept Asia Pacific

Responsibilities

• Lead the execution of fund finance transactions, including subscription finance and NAV finance, ensuring timely and compliant deal closure across Asia Pacific (ex-Japan)
• Conduct thorough due diligence and prepare detailed credit applications with financial models to support approval and closing processes
• Manage and coordinate the preparation of RFP proposals, term sheets, and loan documentation to secure new business opportunities
• Support portfolio and operational teams by resolving ad hoc post-closing matters efficiently
• Monitor and analyze market trends and industry developments to inform product strategy and innovation
• Drive fund finance product innovation by identifying market opportunities, conducting feasibility analyses, and developing credit evaluation methodologies and risk management policies tailored to SMBC
• Originate, structure, and execute fund financing transactions for financial sponsors, targeting incremental pipeline growth aligned with NAV Financing KPIs and P/L objectives
• Lead internal strategy improvements and risk framework enhancements in collaboration with key stakeholders to optimize fund finance operations and cross-selling opportunities
• Identify and generate cross-sell opportunities to enhance deal-based and client account ROE, including fund FX and derivatives products
• Coordinate with global teams in New York, London, and Tokyo to align risk analysis and business development rules, ensuring compliance and strategic consistency
• Oversee execution teams during mandate processes, manage client expectations, troubleshoot issues during deal execution, and conduct post-closing deal reviews
• Initiate and lead internal initiatives to improve business efficiency, regulatory compliance, and reporting accuracy
• Develop and execute marketing strategies and product-based account plans in partnership with global sponsor coverage and product teams
• Job Requirements
• Demonstrated expertise with 8-10 years of direct experience in financing, including fund-level, corporate, and asset-level finance, preferably from leading financial institutions
• Strong skills in credit, investment, and financial analysis applied to investment decisions and transaction structuring
• Proven ability to exercise sound business judgment while adhering to ethical and professional standards
• Demonstrated leadership and people management skills with a successful track record of building and leading effective teams
• Ability to comply with regulatory requirements and internal policies consistently
• Collaborative team player with strong independence and self-motivation
• Degree from a leading university relevant to the role

Additional Information

Job Purpose This role within SPDA-FFG leads the development and execution of innovative fund finance products for financial sponsors across Asia Pacific (ex-Japan). You will drive end-to-end fund finance transactions, collaborate globally, and spearhead product innovation to expand the fund finance business.

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