Corporate and Industry Analysis Analyst

Mizuho Financial Group

Fin Analyst

Finance

About this role

The analyst researches and analyzes mainly large companies showing changes in business conditions or preparing for major events such as M&A. The role examines each company’s business and financial characteristics, forecasts future income and expenses, and prepares company reports. These reports are used for credit decisions and sales activities.

The role also compares the business and financial conditions of major clients within each industry and assigns internal ratings.

Required qualifications are financial analysis ability, basic PC skills using Word, Excel and PowerPoint, and communication and negotiation skills. Excel capability includes creating simple graphs and using functions. Passing the first stage of the Securities Analyst examination is preferred. Experience as an analyst at a financial institution or rating agency, or experience reviewing large companies at a financial institution, is also preferred.

The position is based in Tokyo. The employment contract has no fixed term, with individual treatment potentially offered depending on experience. The probationary period is six months with the same salary. Standard working hours are 8:40 to 17:10, including 7.5 scheduled working hours and a 60-minute break; flextime may apply depending on the department. Work outside regular hours and on holidays may be required.

Annual holidays include Saturdays, Sundays, public holidays and the year-end and New Year period. The posting states 21 days of annual paid leave, subject to a different amount in the first year depending on the hiring month. Benefits include commuting allowances, meal support, social insurance, an employee stock ownership plan, babysitter childcare discounts, housing-related programs, financial planning support and leisure support. Indoor smoking is prohibited.

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