Vice President / Director, Energy, Metals & Resources, Sector Coverage, APAC

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MUFG is seeking a Vice President / Director for its Energy, Metals and Resources (EM&R) Sector Coverage team in Singapore, offering an exceptional opportunity to join a globally respected financial institution at the forefront of corporate and investment banking across APAC. This role is designed for individuals who thrive in collaborative environments, are passionate about sector insights, and are committed to delivering tailored financing solutions for clients. You will be instrumental in positioning MUFG as a lead bank by providing strategic guidance, anticipating key sector themes, and solving complex financing challenges. The organisation is renowned for its supportive leadership, commitment to professional development, and inclusive culture that values knowledge sharing and teamwork. With access to global networks, training opportunities, and flexible working arrangements, you will have the platform to grow your career while making a meaningful impact on the energy, metals, and resources landscape.

• Join MUFG’s prestigious EM&R Sector Coverage team in Singapore and play a pivotal role in shaping strategic financing solutions for leading clients across APAC.
• Benefit from a supportive leadership environment that prioritises collaboration, professional growth, and knowledge sharing within a high-performing team.
• Enjoy working opportunities and access to global networks, empowering you to develop your expertise while contributing to innovative cross-sector mandates.

What you'll do:

As Vice President / Director of Energy, Metals and Resources Sector Coverage at MUFG in Singapore, you will immerse yourself in a dynamic environment where your expertise will be leveraged to drive deal origination and execution across APAC. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve engaging with senior client executives to provide actionable sector insights while identifying new opportunities through collaborative partnerships with internal teams. You will play a central role in originating and structuring complex debt and cross border M&A financings for corporate clients as well as supporting sponsor driven M&A transactions. By facilitating information exchange among global stakeholders and contributing to MUFG’s knowledge hub, you will help shape the future of sector coverage while nurturing junior talent within your team. Success in this role requires a deep understanding of market trends combined with strong interpersonal skills that foster trust-based relationships both internally and externally.

• Proactively originate and execute debt financing and capital structuring deals for clients within the Energy, Metals and Resources sector across APAC, ensuring seamless delivery of tailored solutions.
• Engage senior client executives with thematic cross-sector insights to identify event-driven opportunities in partnership with local coverage teams and product specialists.
• Lead the origination and execution of corporate M&A and strategic debt financings by collaborating closely with internal stakeholders including Emerging Energy Solutions and Renewables, Utilities, Infrastructure & Transport verticals.
• Conduct comprehensive due diligence analysis and loan structuring activities to support optimal risk-return outcomes across the portfolio.
• Work alongside Project Finance, Leveraged Acquisition Finance, ECA Finance, Capital Markets Group, Ratings Advisory, Financial Markets, and Transaction Banking teams to deliver integrated solutions.
• Facilitate information exchange between MUFG stakeholders globally to drive idea generation, strategy development, and solution delivery for clients.
• Contribute actively to the development of MUFG’s knowledge hub by preparing credentials, proposal materials, technical documentation, and marketing collateral.
• Support the growth of analyst and associate team members through coaching, mentoring, and on-the-job training initiatives across the region.
• Promote communal engagement by collaborating with coverage bankers, Capital Markets Group partners, and product teams throughout origination-to-distribution activities.
• Assess client needs and market conditions regularly to identify new strategic financing opportunities within the EM&R sector.

What you bring:

To excel as Vice President/Director of Energy, Metals and Resources Sector Coverage at MUFG in Singapore, you will bring extensive experience gained from leading banks where you have managed complex strategic financing deals across the sector. Your proven ability to build dependable relationships within the industry will be crucial as you navigate intricate transactions involving corporate finance and M&A mandates. You possess advanced analytical skills that allow you to assess market conditions accurately while maintaining exceptional attention to detail in all deliverables. Your interpersonal strengths enable you to collaborate effectively with colleagues across coverage verticals—fostering an inclusive environment where knowledge sharing is encouraged. Additionally, your commitment to ethical conduct ensures trustworthiness when engaging clients or mentoring junior team members. Your proficiency in Microsoft Office tools such as Excel and PowerPoint supports your technical capabilities required for modelling financial scenarios.

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree
• For Vice President: Minimum 8 years’ experience in strategic financing deals within sector coverage, leverage finance or investment banking at a leading bank
• For Director: Minimum 16 years’ experience in strategic financing deals within sector coverage, leverage finance or investment banking at a leading bank
• Proven track record of successfully identifying, originating, structuring, and executing strategic transactions supported by an established network of industry relationships.
• Demonstrated expertise in corporate finance and M&A financing complemented by sector-based insights that enable delivery of cross-product solutions tailored to client needs.
• Demonstrated ability to manage conflicting priorities efficiently while responding promptly to time-critical requests with professionalism.
• Highest standards of ethical conduct coupled with excellent communication skills that promote collaborative teamwork.
• Ability to work dependably with coverage bankers, product specialists, risk teams, and investors to deliver integrated solutions addressing diverse requirements.
• Experience leading people through coaching and developing talent within high-performance team cultures focused on communal success.
• Advanced financial analysis/modelling capabilities combined with meticulous attention to detail ensuring accuracy of client deliverables.
• Comprehensive understanding of EM&R sector vertical (additional sectors considered advantageous) along with capital structure optimisation expertise.

What sets this company apart:

MUFG stands out as one of the world’s most respected financial institutions with a rich heritage rooted in integrity, innovation, and community responsibility. The company offers an inclusive workplace where every employee is valued for their unique contributions promoting collaboration across global networks that span multiple sectors. At MUFG Singapore you will benefit from supportive leadership dedicated to nurturing talent through ongoing training opportunities designed for personal growth. The organisation’s commitment to sustainability is reflected in its focus on energy transition sectors, providing employees with meaningful work that shapes future industries. By joining MUFG you become part of a knowledgeable team united by shared values aimed at delivering impactful solutions for clients worldwide.

What's next:

If you are ready to make a lasting impact within a globally recognised institution while advancing your career alongside supportive colleagues—this is your moment!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided.

Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) is an equal opportunity employer. We view our employees as our key assets as they are fundamental to our long-term growth and success. MUFG is committed to hiring based on merit and organsational fit, regardless of race, religion or gender.