The candidate would be part of a major insurance asset owner and fast-growing portfolio, working closely with multiple functions cross the Manulife regional and international entities for investment opportunities. As a member of the Corporate Finance Asia team, the candidate will contribute towards fixed income investment origination and execution, credit and thematic analysis, and sustainability implementation.

Position Responsibilities:

All-round investment execution: participate in deal origination, due diligence, financial modelling, structuring, documentation, investment placement, to post-investment monitoring
Business development: liaison with brokers, peers, and borrowers/issuers maintain strong understanding of the industries, credits pricing, relative value, and provide insightful and prompt investment and sustainability feedback on new opportunities and credit/industry cycles
Credit analysis: cover as lead analyst with fundamental credit and key risk evaluation on a wide range of counterparties and investments across Asia
Credit process participation: present comprehensive and well-thought-out investment proposals actively lead in credit approval discussions
Credit stewardship: maintain timely and quality credit reviews on a consistent basis, incorporate key risks, market & business updates, and/or recent events that are considered significant to the investment assessment
Market research: collect and analyze data and information from internal functions, external agencies, and public sources produce thought leadership on multiple themes keep abreast of regulation requirements, market update and practices

Required Qualifications:

At least 7 years experience in well-established financial institutions, rating agencies, or relevant organizations
Strong analytical and quantitative skills with competent data collection and analysis capability
Good interpersonal skills with team-oriented mindset and ability to build relationship with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders
Self-motivated personality, passion to learn in a fast-developing area, multi-tasking ability, fine judgement on prioritization, and well-developed project management skills
Demonstrated understanding and fixed income investment experience in both developed and emerging markets in Asia
Bachelor's degree and above in the subject of Finance, Economics, Environmental Science, or relevant disciplines professional certification in investment and sustainability preferred

We'll empower you to learn and grow the career you want.
We'll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.
As part of our global team, we'll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit .

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Working Arrangement

Hybrid

Senior Associate / Director, Corporate Finance Asia