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Investment Banker
Overview
Investment bankers help companies buy and sell assets, and provide advice on deals like mergers and acquisitions.
Description
- Advise corporate clients on products, investing in other companies, and valuations.
- Determine the best strategies for companies to raise money.
- Prepare documents that protect both company and investor.
- Ensure all government regulations have been met.
- Determine fair market prices by putting a value on a company.
Entry requirements
- You'll need a Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or related fields.
- This isn't typically an entry-level job - companies prefer candidates with a Master’s Degree or significant work experience. Still, you can get one foot into the door through internships.
Salary
$4,500 – 10,400
/mo
Salary ranges are estimated based on public information found on Singaporean job portals, including MyCareersFuture, MySkillsFuture. Updated as of 2026.
Trivia
Investment bankers work more than 80 hours a week, and they spend each hour hard at work. If you’re motivated by challenges, this could be an exciting career.
What to expect
Investment bankers need strong logical and reasoning skills. Before your interview, you may be asked to prove your abilities by evaluating a financial statement.
Soft
skills
Negotiation and Persuasion Skills
Able to negotiate with clients to build relationships and close deals.
Innovative Problem-Solving
Able to think creatively to overcome challenges.
Customer Oriented
Possess understanding of client needs to build trust and long-term relationships.
Financial Modelling
Experience with financial models like Discounted Cash Flow, Public Comparables, and Mergers & Acquisitions Comparables.
Data Analytics
Ability to predict performance with analytics tools.
Mathematical and Numerical Skills
Possess strong maths abilities to make calculations and interpret data.
Hard
skills
"Get your studies in place and do your research to understand and get insights about the industry."
Jay, Investment Banker
National Youth Council
Frequently asked questions
No, investment bankers also specialise in determining the best financial strategies for their clients.
Investment bankers typically work more than 80 hours per week, making it one of the most demanding careers in the finance industry.
The environment focuses heavily on serving clients. This requires attention to detail, responsiveness, and relationship-building skills.
It's highly competitive due limited entry-level positions and a strong demand for top-tier talent.
Yes, they often travel both domestically and internationally for client meetings.