Join a tier-one global corporate and investment bank as the Head of Export Finance, leading the Japan team to originate, structure, and execute complex cross-border financing across the energy, infrastructure, and resources sectors. This strategic leadership role combines client origination, transaction execution, and relationship management while working closely with regional and global banking partners to strengthen the bank's footprint in Japan and the wider APAC region.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and inspire a specialist export finance team, setting clear objectives and ensuring excellence across all transactions.
- Originate and execute export finance deals, expanding relationships with Japanese and global corporate clients.
- Structure complex cross-border financing solutions and coordinate with internal stakeholders across regional and product lines.
- Manage the credit portfolio, assess risk exposure, and ensure strong governance and operational compliance.
- Build long-term relationships with exporters, corporates, and financial institutions in Japan and internationally.
- Promote adherence to KYC, risk management, and compliance standards.
- Represent Japan's export finance function within the APAC and global banking network.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Experience:
- 10-15 years of experience in Export Finance, Project Finance, or Structured Finance at international or major Japanese banks.
- Proven track record of originating and executing complex cross-border financing transactions.
Technical Expertise:
- Strong understanding of credit analysis, risk assessment, and structured lending.
- Ability to design solutions that meet both client and bank objectives.
Leadership & Communication:
- Fluent in Japanese and English, with exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams and collaborate effectively across global offices.
Language Requirements
- Japanese: Native-level proficiency (for client management and documentation).
- English: Fluent, business-level proficiency (for global collaboration).
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
- Experience in ECA or structured export finance products.
- Established client network in energy, infrastructure, or industrial sectors.
- Experience in a global banking environment managing cross-border teams.
- Strong analytical and commercial acumen with a solutions-driven mindset.
About the Company
Our client is a leading international financial institution with a strong global presence and long-standing commitment to the Japanese market. The firm offers comprehensive banking and financing solutions across corporate and institutional sectors, combining local market insight with global expertise. Recognized as a market leader in structured and export finance, the bank offers a collaborative culture and fast-track career development opportunities.
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Join a top-tier global investment bank known for innovation and market leadership.
- Lead a strategic export finance function with high visibility across APAC and global banking divisions.
- Work on landmark cross-border transactions across energy, infrastructure, and resources.
- Accelerated career progression opportunities in an expanding regional franchise.
- Collaborative, high-performance culture with global mobility and leadership exposure.
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