Relationship Manager - Financial Institutions | Kuala Lumpur
Our client is a well-established global financial institution with a strong and growing presence across Asia Pacific. With a collaborative cross-border operating model and deep regional expertise, they are expanding their Financial Institutions Coverage team in Malaysia - and they are looking for a driven relationship manager to help lead that growth.
Why Apply?
This is a high-visibility role that places you at the centre of a thriving institutional banking franchise. You will manage a varied and prestigious client portfolio - spanning banks, insurance companies, asset managers, and public sector entities - with the full backing of a world-class team of senior bankers. If you are passionate about client relationships and want to make a real impact on business growth, this role was built for you.
The Role
Covering a broad portfolio of institutional clients across Malaysia, you will:
- Build and manage relationships with banks, insurers, asset managers, and sovereign or public sector entities
- Identify and originate new business opportunities, coordinating with product specialists to deliver tailored solutions
- Lead account planning, client strategy development, and the preparation of pitches and briefing materials
- Manage the KYC onboarding and recertification process, acting as the first line of defence in regulatory compliance and due diligence
- Collaborate with credit analysts and internal stakeholders to support credit review and committee processes
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date records of deal pipelines, transactions, and client activity
What We're Looking For
A commercially minded and client-focused professional who brings:
- Proven experience in financial institutions coverage, institutional banking, or a related client-facing role
- Solid understanding of KYC, AML, and regulatory compliance frameworks
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- A collaborative mindset with cross-cultural awareness
- High levels of integrity, sound judgement, and keen attention to detail
Ready to take the next step in your institutional banking career? Apply now - we would love to hear from you.
JTK Number: JTKSM 995 | Company Registration Number: *************88 (1048918-T)