Associate, Investment Banking, Taiwan

Job Description

The Associate supports Citi’s investment banking business in Taiwan by preparing financial models, valuation analyses, pitch books, transaction materials, and client presentations. The role typically requires a bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, business, or a related field, along with several years of investment banking, corporate finance, or transaction advisory experience. Strong skills in Excel, financial modeling, accounting, valuation, and PowerPoint are expected. Fluency in Mandarin and English is generally important for working with Taiwanese and international clients. The successful candidate should be analytical, commercially minded, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple deadlines. Excellent communication, teamwork, judgment, and the ability to work under pressure are essential.

Company Info

Citi is a major global financial institution headquartered in New York, serving consumers, corporations, governments, and investors in markets around the world. Its businesses include corporate and investment banking, commercial banking, markets, securities services, wealth management, and consumer financial services. In Taiwan, Citi works with multinational companies, large local businesses, financial institutions, and public-sector clients, providing services such as capital raising, mergers and acquisitions advice, foreign exchange, cash management, lending, and risk solutions. The bank is known for its international network, cross-border expertise, and ability to connect clients with global markets. Employees typically work in a highly professional, performance-focused environment and collaborate across countries and product teams. Citi also emphasizes responsible finance, regulatory discipline, diversity, and technology-led improvements to banking services.

Destination Guide

Taiwan offers strong opportunities in technology, semiconductors, manufacturing, finance, consulting, logistics, education, and international business. Taipei is the main employment center, while Hsinchu is especially important for semiconductor and engineering careers. Taiwanese culture combines Chinese traditions with Japanese and modern global influences; people generally value courtesy, education, family, and dependable service. Daily life is convenient, with excellent public transport, affordable restaurants, night markets, mountains, beaches, and a lively café culture. Mandarin is useful for work and everyday communication, although international banks commonly use English. Most foreign professionals need an employer-sponsored work permit and an Alien Resident Certificate. Eligible professionals may consider Taiwan’s Employment Gold Card, which combines a work permit, residence visa, and re-entry permit. Before relocating, check current immigration rules, tax obligations, health insurance requirements, housing costs, and employment conditions with the employer or Taiwan’s National Immigration Agency.