Junior Banker, Private Capital Solutions

This full-time junior banker role is based in the Private Capital Solutions department. The department primarily serves unlisted companies nationwide and provides investment banking services including M&A, including business succession, IPOs and private placements.

The role covers both origination and execution across sectors. The banker works with product departments to identify issues facing unlisted companies, understand their needs and provide suitable solutions. M&A assignments may also involve collaboration with listed companies and private equity funds. The position provides exposure to the full process from originating opportunities through execution and to financial market and sector knowledge, including equities and bonds.

Applicants are required to show sustained motivation, take initiative in their work, and demonstrate accurate analytical and logical thinking aligned with objectives. Business experience and communication ability are required. The posting also seeks either specialist knowledge of finance, accounting, legal affairs or taxation, or a willingness to acquire that knowledge. Basic PC skills are required, including the ability to prepare materials using Excel, Word and PowerPoint. A First-Class Securities Sales Representative qualification is required, although it may be obtained after joining.

Preferred experience includes work requiring teamwork and practical experience at an investment bank, consulting firm, private equity fund, venture capital firm or a corporate department. Business-level English ability is listed as a welcome qualification rather than a mandatory requirement.

After the initial assignment, possible career development includes transfers to product or overseas departments, such as M&A or IPO teams, to deepen specialization. Training described in the posting includes financial analysis, English training including a Cebu language program, domestic and overseas MBA opportunities, and short-term assignments to overseas M&A subsidiaries. The group also promotes sustainable finance, allowing work related to sustainable society themes from SDG and ESG perspectives.

The employment status is permanent and one position is available. Working hours are 8:40 to 17:10 with a one-hour break. Holidays include two weekly days off on Saturdays and Sundays, public holidays and the year-end and New Year period. Annual paid leave is 17 to 23 days, prorated for mid-year hires, with hourly annual leave, nursing leave and maternity and childcare leave systems also stated. Compensation is subject to consultation, with details provided during the interview. The workplace is the Marunouchi office in Chiyoda, Tokyo. The stated scope for future changes includes company-designated duties and locations, including places where telework is performed. Smoking is prohibited during working hours. A reference check may be requested during the selection process.