Associate/Analyst CORPORATE FINANCE (M&A, leveraged finance, etc.) Native-level Korean (mandatory)

KDB Asia Limited

Job Title: Associate/Analyst – CORPORATE FINANCE (M&A, leveraged finance, etc.)

Native-level Korean (mandatory)

About KDB Asia

KDB Asia Limited is a Hong Kong incorporated bank and a wholly owned subsidiary of the Korea Development Bank (KDB), a policy bank wholly owned by the Korean government. Both KDB and KDB Asia are Aa2 rated by Moody’s. KDB Asia holds SFC licenses in Type 1, 4, 6 and 9 and plays a key role in supporting financial sponsors and Korean corporates in cross-border M&A, acquisition financing, and strategic investments across Asia-Pacific and beyond. We are seeking a highly motivated Associate or Analyst to join our Corporate Finance Team in Hong Kong

Key Responsibilities

1. Transaction Execution (M&A, Acquisition Finance)

• Support execution of cross-border M&A and leveraged finance transactions
• Prepare investment committee materials, credit memos (including financial and legal analysis), and lender presentations
• Develop and review detailed financial models (DCF, LBO, cash-flow projections, debt sizing and sensitivity analysis)
• Assist in structuring acquisition financing transactions, including TLA/TLB and other senior debt facilities
• Coordinate with internal teams (Seoul HQ) and external advisors (investment banks, law firms, accounting firms)

2. Sponsor & Client Coverage Support

• Support deal sourcing efforts and relationship management with financial sponsors and Korean corporates
• Review CIMs, process letters and transaction documentation
• Conduct industry research and preliminary screening of investment opportunities

3. Reporting & Internal Coordination

• Prepare periodic and ad-hoc reports in response to Head Office and internal stakeholder requests
• Draft materials in Korean and English for internal approval processes
• Ensure timely and structured communication between KDB Asia and Seoul HQ

4. Post-Closing Monitoring & Portfolio Management

• Support post-closing management of executed transactions
• Monitor financial covenants and compliance requirements
• Prepare ongoing credit updates and internal reports
• Assist in portfolio review and risk monitoring activities

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of relevant experience in:
  • Investment bank (M&A/leveraged finance)
  • Commercial bank (corporate finance/acquisition finance)
  • Accounting firm (FDD/valuation)
  • Asset management or private credit
• Ability to independently manage workstreams under senior supervision
• Hands-on experience in M&A and/or acquisition financing transactions preferred
• Strong understanding of financial statements, credit analysis, and basic legal concepts in financing documentation
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (financial modeling), PowerPoint and Word
• Ability to draft professional documents in Korean (including HWP) and English
• High attention to detail and ability to work under tight timelines

Language Requirements

• Native-level Korean (mandatory)
• Native or professional fluency in English (Written and spoken)
• Mandarin is a plus

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Accounting or Economics from a top-ranked or reputable university
• CFA or other relevant professional qualification is a plus

Location

Hong Kong