Asset Manager

Asset Manager | Global Investment and Portfolio Management (Tokyo-based)

We are seeking a motivated Asset Manager to join a Tokyo-based private investment group expanding its overseas business. This is an exciting opportunity for professionals who aspire to gain hands-on management experience with portfolio companies across the ASEAN region — with the potential for future overseas assignments.

• Participate in the management of portfolio companies (primarily in Southeast Asia) as a non-executive director or similar role, alongside senior leadership.

• Lead the formulation and execution of business plans, management improvement initiatives, and exit strategies to maximize investment performance.

• Oversee portfolio company operations and report directly to the investment committee.

• Support new investment sourcing by leveraging networks developed through asset management activities.

• Collaborate with overseas offices and local management teams, communicating primarily in English.

• Gain real-world management experience by engaging directly with portfolio company executives.

• Fast-track your decision-making and business leadership skills by handling multiple live projects.

• Get involved in new M&A opportunities through portfolio company growth strategies.

• Work closely with cross-functional teams in a highly collaborative environment.

• Contribute to projects with social impact, such as regional revitalization and promoting the global deployment of Japanese capital.

• Potential for overseas postings as your career develops.

• 3–5 years of experience in corporate banking, investment banking, consulting, audit/accounting firms, corporate planning, or investment-related business.

• Strong interest or experience in business turnaround, restructuring, or value creation.

• Native-level Japanese fluency and business-level English proficiency (able to communicate with local teams abroad).

• Bachelor's degree or above from a four-year university.

• Experience in lender management, solutions provision, or investment advisory roles.

• CPA, tax accountant, or legal qualifications.

• Background in strategic consulting or investment/M&A operations.

• Practical exposure to post-merger integration (PMI) or business management at trading houses (Sogo Shosha).

• International study or work experience.