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Financial Markets Lead Consultant (PC / AVP / VP) · Singapore

Phaidon International

Singapore, Singapore
full-time
Professional Services
Sourced from external listing

Posted 2w ago · Listing expires Jul 30, 2026

Compensation

Salary not disclosed

About this role

Selby Jennings is scaling its Financial Markets franchise in Singapore, and we're hiring an experienced consultant (PC up to VP level) to drive growth across Financial Markets Sales & Trading in the remit of Institutional banks, securities & trading firms in APAC. This is a pivotal hire for the business, someone who can own a vertical, develop high-value client relationships and deliver across mid-to-senior mandates in Singapore and wider APAC. You'll be joining a globally recognised Financial Services brand, operating at the intersection of human capital and financial markets expertise with deep specialization across sectors. Your role will be to: Own and scale a Financial Markets vertical (Global Markets & IB) Build and deepen high-value client relationships across banks, securities, and trading firms Deliver mid to senior-level placements, focusing on quality and long-term partnerships (not just volume) Drive both origination and execution, with full ownership of your P&L trajectory What We're Looking For: 3-8+ years recruitment experience within Financial Services / Financial Markets / adjacent sectors Strong track record of billing OR clear progression toward PC/AVP/VP level Commercial mindset, confident owning clients, not just working jobs Ability to operate in a relationship-driven, high-fee environment Why Selby Jennings? 1. Specialist brand that opens doors Selby Jennings is one of the most recognized global FS recruitment brands, with consultants operating as true market specialists and a network positioned as "best in class" within financial services. You're not starting from scratch, you're walking into a brand that gives you immediate credibility with top-tier clients and candidates. 2. High-value markets, not volume recruiting In Singapore, the focus is Quant, IB, hedge funds, asset management, commodities. This is a premium desk environment where the right placement materially impacts your earnings. 3. Global platform, local execution 20+ years of experience in financial markets talent Global footprint with placements across 30+ countries Access to a deep, international candidate network You're enabled to run cross-border mandates and regional accounts, not just local jobs. 4. Tools, data, and infrastructure to scale fast Proprietary CRM with millions of candidates AI-enabled sourcing and outreach Real-time performance tracking with AI tools 5. High potential uncapped commissions for elite performers up to 50% What Success Looks Like? Owning a defined Financial Markets niche Building a portfolio of repeat, high-value clients Operating at PC-VP level output consistently Becoming a go-to specialist in your market If you want to move into a role where you own a market, not just fill jobs, your earnings are directly tied to high-value placements and you operate within a globally respected FS brand, let's connect & talk.