Junior M&A Advisor - SME Focus | Independent Firm

Join a growing independent M&A advisory firm as an M&A Advisor in Tokyo, supporting small and mid-sized enterprise (SME) owners with business succession and growth strategies through M&A.

This role offers end-to-end exposure across the full M&A lifecycle, from deal origination to execution and closing. You will work directly with business owners, helping them unlock value and achieve strategic objectives through tailored M&A solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise business owners on M&A-driven business succession and growth strategies
• Source new clients and originate M&A deal opportunities
• Support matching between sellers and buyers and assist in negotiations
• Lead advisory processes from proposal through to deal completion
• Build strong relationships with clients and stakeholders
• Drive deal execution and ensure successful transaction outcomes

Required Skills and Qualifications

Experience:

• Minimum 1+ year of sales experience in financial services (banking, securities, insurance) with strong performance
• OR qualification as a CPA or lawyer with interest in client-facing advisory roles
• OR proven track record as a top sales performer in industries such as manufacturing, trading, real estate, SaaS, or consulting
• Strong experience in corporate sales and client relationship management

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Self-motivated with a proactive mindset
• Strong persistence and ability to achieve results in a target-driven environment

Language Requirements:

• Japanese: Native level
• English: Basic level

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in M&A advisory or corporate finance
• Interest in SME business succession and investment

About the Company

Our client is a high-growth independent M&A advisory firm, known for delivering strong deal results across a wide range of industries. The firm supports clients from deal origination through to closing, offering comprehensive advisory services.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Utilize your Japanese skills and work closely with local SMEs
• Gain full exposure to the entire M&A deal lifecycle
• Work closely with business owners on impactful transactions
• High earning potential with performance-based incentives
• Develop deep expertise in M&A advisory and corporate finance
• Long-term career growth in a fast-growing firm

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