Capital Markets Specialist
Seeking a Capital Markets Specialist to join our team and contribute to the execution and distribution of bond transactions. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the capital markets, with expertise in syndication, pricing, and distribution processes.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead syndication, pricing, and distribution process for bond transactions in domestic and international markets.
* Act as central point of coordination across origination, sales, trading, compliance, legal, and operations teams to ensure seamless execution of deals.
* Advise internal and external stakeholders on optimal pricing, market timing, investor appetite, and structural considerations for new issues.
* Manage bookbuilding, investor communication, orderbook analysis, and allocation processes with transparency and integrity.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with fixed income investors, including domestic fund managers, bank balance sheets, and central banks.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* 7–10 years of experience in DCM or Fixed Income markets, with minimum 3-5 years in a syndicate or execution-focused role.
* Strong understanding of the AUD bond market, including Kangaroo issuance, semi-government pricing dynamics, and investor behaviour.
* Deep knowledge of fixed income structures, regulatory frameworks, and settlement processes.
* Demonstrated ability to manage live deal pressure with precision and confidence.
* Advanced skills in Excel, Bloomberg, and market analytics platforms.
Benefits:
* Highly numerate, analytical, and calm under pressure.
* Commercially astute with deep understanding of investor behaviour and pricing psychology.
* Strong communicator with ability to influence and build trust across senior stakeholders.
Others:
* Passion for capital markets and commitment to excellence in execution.
* Ability to work with multiple stakeholders and drive culture and revenue opportunities.
* Intense focus on risk management.