A leading global investment bank is seeking a highly motivated Operations Specialist to join its private-side operations team in Tokyo. This role offers hands-on exposure to alternative assets, including private equity, real estate, and private credit. You will be responsible for supporting deal execution, transaction processing, and operational oversight across multiple asset classes in a dynamic, high-profile environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide operational support across the full transaction lifecycle, including execution, trade events, and exits
- Manage timelines and coordination for deal closings with effective project oversight
- Review and analyze loan agreements to track covenants and financial deliverables
- Execute trade bookings, payment processing, funding, and monitoring of lifecycle events
- Ensure full compliance with regulatory and reporting requirements
- Work cross-functionally with internal teams to support new deals and business initiatives
- Identify and implement process improvements and operational efficiencies
Required Skills and Qualifications
Experience:
- Minimum 3 years of experience in operations or a related area within investment banking
- Deep understanding of private-side businesses such as real estate, private equity, or private credit
Technical & Soft Skills:
- Strong analytical and risk-assessment skills
- Excellent project coordination and communication abilities
- Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines
- Adaptability in fast-paced, high-pressure environments
Language Requirements
- Japanese: Native-level fluency (written and spoken)
- English: Intermediate to Business level (for communication and reporting)
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
- Knowledge of alternative asset classes (Real Estate, Private Equity, Private Credit)
- Experience with loan documentation review or financial deliverables monitoring
About the Company
Our client is a top-tier global investment bank with a robust presence in Japan and Asia. Renowned for its commitment to professional development, the firm offers a platform for building a career in investment banking with exposure to industry-shaping projects. The bank blends global expertise with a deep understanding of local markets, fostering a high-impact, growth-oriented environment.
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Work on high-profile, cross-border transactions
- Join a team that values collaboration, innovation, and learning
- Clear career growth paths in a globally connected environment
- Attractive benefits including paid leave, seasonal breaks, and childcare leave
- Office located less than 5 minutes from the station, with strong work-life balance policies
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