Join a leading global investment bank as the Head of Corporate Finance Japan, leading one of the firm's most strategic Investment Banking businesses in the Japanese market. This executive-level position offers the opportunity to advise Japan's largest corporations on complex M&A, Corporate Finance, Capital Raising, and Cross-Border Advisory transactions while leveraging the firm's global expertise across Energy, Infrastructure, Transportation, and TMT (Technology, Media & Telecommunications).
You will drive business growth, build long-term executive relationships, and collaborate with global sector bankers and product specialists to deliver world-class advisory solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and grow the Japan Corporate Finance Advisory franchise, driving long-term business strategy and revenue growth.
- Develop and maintain trusted relationships with C-suite executives, boards, and senior decision-makers at Japan's leading corporations.
- Originate and execute strategic advisory mandates across M&A, Corporate Finance, Capital Raising, and Cross-Border Transactions.
- Advise clients on acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, financing strategies, and long-term corporate development initiatives.
- Partner with global industry coverage teams and product specialists to deliver integrated advisory and financing solutions.
- Expand the firm's market presence across Energy, Infrastructure, Transportation, and TMT sectors.
- Represent the bank as a senior strategic advisor within the Japanese market while contributing to the continued growth of the global Investment Banking franchise.
- Mentor and develop junior bankers while fostering a high-performance advisory culture.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Experience:
- 15+ years of experience in Investment Banking, Corporate Finance, M&A Advisory, or Corporate Coverage within an international financial institution.
- Proven track record of originating and leading complex domestic and cross-border Corporate Finance transactions.
- Extensive experience advising large corporate clients on M&A, capital raising, corporate development, and strategic transactions.
- Established relationships with senior executives and decision-makers across major Japanese corporate groups.
- Deep sector expertise within Energy, Infrastructure, Transportation, Technology, Media & Telecommunications (TMT) or other capital-intensive industries.
- Demonstrated success leading high-value advisory mandates and business development initiatives.
Soft Skills:
- Exceptional business origination and client relationship management capabilities.
- Strategic commercial mindset with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Outstanding leadership and executive stakeholder management abilities.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively across international, cross-functional, and multicultural teams.
- Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to drive sustainable business growth.
Language Requirements:
- Japanese: Native Level
- English: Business Level
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
- Previous advisory experience within the Energy, Infrastructure, Transportation, or TMT sectors.
- Experience managing complex international transactions alongside global coverage and product teams.
- Strong reputation within Japan's corporate finance and investment banking community.
- MBA, CFA, or other relevant professional qualifications are advantageous.
- Experience leading large investment banking teams or business units.
About the Company
Our client is a globally recognized investment bank with a market-leading Corporate Finance Advisory platform and a long-standing reputation for advising clients on high-profile strategic transactions worldwide.
The firm combines deep industry expertise with an extensive international network, providing innovative advisory and financing solutions across key sectors including Energy, Infrastructure, Transportation, and Technology. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of the Japan franchise while working alongside some of the industry's most respected professionals.
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Lead the Japan Corporate Finance franchise of a world-renowned investment bank.
- Advise Japan's largest corporations on landmark M&A and strategic corporate finance transactions.
- Work alongside globally recognized sector specialists and investment banking professionals.
- Build long-term relationships with senior executives across Japan's leading corporations.
- Enjoy significant autonomy and influence in shaping the firm's Japan growth strategy.
- Flexible working arrangements including remote work and flex time.
- Executive-level compensation with outstanding long-term career progression opportunities.
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