Investment Management /Operations Specialist - Administration Section, Japan Investment Department

Introduction

Our client is a leading global technology and internet services group with businesses across digital commerce, fintech, telecommunications, and digital platforms. Its corporate venture capital arm invests in innovative startups globally, focusing on areas such as AI, fintech, mobility, healthcare, and digital services.

About the Role

This is an Investment Management / Operations position within the corporate venture capital team. The role focuses on supporting investment execution, portfolio monitoring, valuation, risk management, and operational oversight across investment entities and funds.

The team is lean, international, and highly collaborative, offering broad exposure across the investment lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Support investment execution and operational processes
• Monitor portfolio companies and assist with investment evaluations
• Review financial statements and conduct quarterly valuations
• Support portfolio risk management and governance activities
• Manage operational matters related to funds and investment entities
• Assist with budgeting, forecasting, and internal coordination

Requirements

Required

• Experience in finance, accounting, investment management, internal controls, or operations within financial institutions, consulting, audit, or corporate environments
• Ability to analyze financial statements
• Strong Excel skills
• Native-level Japanese and business-level English

Preferred

• Experience in VC, CVC, PE, or investment-related operations
• Exposure to fund administration, SPV management, or valuation processes
• Understanding of accounting or audit frameworks

Why Apply

• Broad exposure across investment operations and portfolio management
• Opportunity to work closely with investment professionals in a global environment
• High level of ownership within a lean and fast-paced team
• Exposure to high-growth sectors including AI, fintech, and digital platforms