Asset Management – Global Alternatives jobs at Jpmorgan in Japan, Tokyo

As an Associate in the Client Reporting team in Asset Management, you will play a key role in managing complicated client requests. You will take part to develop and implement progressive automation strategy. Also, you will be responsible for identifying opportunities and challenges, as well as finding creative and pragmatic solutions and delivering results promptly for our clients. You are also expected to have a good understanding of the local requirements of the industry and clients.

Job Responsibilities:

• Consolidate the book of work from various internal partners including: Marketing, Investment Specialists, Operations, and Client Services into a centralized Center of Excellence for Reporting and Publishing
• Review and revamp existing process to achieve efficiencies ie Python automation
• Structure proper documentation on an ongoing basis. Ensure a high and consistent standard of quality deliverables to our clients
• Partner with key regional stakeholders, including Investment Desks, Technology, Portfolio Analysis Group, Marketing and Operations to drive client satisfaction and a consistent client experience

Required qualifications, capabilities and skills:

• Excellent writing skills in Japanese & English; fluent spoken Japanese & English
• Sensitivity to different cultures and working styles; ability to navigate seamlessly both across countries within APAC, and with the wider global organization
• Confidence to work directly with stakeholders at all levels
• Outstanding accuracy and attention to detail; strong numeracy
• Ability to work under pressure, and with flexibility, to meet tight deadlines
• Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and Outlook skills (intermediate/advanced)
• University degree

Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills:

• Experience with change management
• High interest in automation

As a central part of the firm’s plan to further expand its successful international banking franchise, the Global Corporate Banking Summer Analyst Program offers exciting opportunities as a place to work. With the full support and resources of J.P. Morgan, we’ll provide you with everything you need to be successful – from training and mentorship from senior leaders to engagement on challenging projects that use all your skills. If you've got initiative and the vision to come up with strategies and plans, then this is the role for you.

Job Responsibilities

• Working alongside Corporate Bankers and Product Partners in managing internal aspects of existing client relationships
• Gaining exposure to product, strategy, or client coverage-based teams
• Preparing presentations covering topics such as financing alternatives, working capital optimization and industry analysis
• Creating financial models
• Developing an understanding of the full breadth of J.P. Morgan products and service offerings
• Networking with industry leaders, accessing best-in-class training and learning how all our businesses work together to provide excellent customer service

Required qualifications, capabilities and skills

• Exceptional analytical, research and project management skills
• Familiarity with business fundamentals
• Ability to quickly solve problems on your own and with a team
• Enthusiasm, energy and a drive to succeed
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to partner and work on a team
• The confidence and initiative to take on early responsibility and manage your own projects
• Proficiency in MS Word and Excel
• Fluency in English and Japanese
• Expected graduation date of September 2026 through July 2027, studying outside of Japan in Bachelor program or higher
  • If you are pursuing a Master’s Degree, it must be attained within 2 academic years of your receipt of a Bachelor’s Degree

Preferred qualifications, capabilities and skills

• Coursework in finance, accounting or economics a plus

Application Deadlines

• First Deadline – 24 August 2025 23:59 Japan Time

• Second Deadline – 23 September 2025 23:59 Japan Time

• Final Deadline – 19 October 2025 23:59 Japan Time

We will be filling our classes on a rolling basis. We strongly encourage you to submit your application as early as possible before job postings close.

Help us learn about you by submitting a complete and thoughtful application, which includes your resume. Your application and resume is a way for us to initially get to know you, so it’s important to complete all relevant application questions so we have as much information about you as possible.

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As a Fund Accounting Associate within the Japan Service Delivery team, you will be part of the wider Asia Pacific Service Delivery team belonging to the Operations division. In this role, you are critical in carrying out day to day fund accounting services to clients for both investment trust funds and institutional clients. You will perform effective oversight on the outsourcing vendors performing accounting and valuation for the funds and accounts, guiding the vendors with value-adding expertise. Under the ever-changing market conditions, industry trends and client demands, you are constantly evolving by driving changes.

Job responsibilities:

• Perform and provide oversight for Fund Accounting, Client Fee Billing, Regulatory Reporting, product and fund life cycle events, as well as all related services delivered by our outsourced vendors in Japan as well as overseas locations
• Engage in communicating with local and regional stakeholders and proactive relationship management with internal and/or external parties
• Support business initiatives and client requirements
• Support the team and develop technical expertise especially in the area of products, operational processes and vendor management
• Assist in operations initiatives and provide a focus around automation, utilizing various tools to enhance operational efficiency
• Monitor market developments in different markets and understand how regulations impact operational processes and the funds
• Review operational processes to identify areas for enhancement and identify and escalate key risks and participate in resolution

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, and related disciplines
• At least 5 years of experience across financial institutions and/or professional services firms in fund operations, fund accounting, or fund administration related roles
• Experience in working with international stakeholders
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills with fluency in in both Japanese and English, being able to foster complex conversations with all levels of people internally and externally
• Outstanding business acumen, result-driven attitude with strong sense of conduct and discipline
• Flexible and forward-looking mindset in driving changes
• Advanced skills in using Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Access and PowerPoint)
• Excellent team member who can cultivate an inspiring team environment with an open communication culture
• Ability to articulate and problem solve for complex events or situations
• Issue handling skills is extremely important, from detection to escalation, root-cause analysis, implementation of corrective and preventative actions
• A strong willingness to actively learn new and unfamiliar things

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills:

• Prior experience in Asset Management firms will be preferred.

Job responsibilities

• Assist in developing and managing project plans, timelines, coordinating with cross-functional teams to support project objectives.
• Prepare and coordinate materials, plans, and presentations for governance meetings, stakeholder engagements, and executive updates
• Facilitate effective communication and escalation processes regarding program status, implementation plans, management issues, priorities, and risks
• Influence and drive strategic change incorporating business, market and client requirements.
• Engage in communicating with local and regional stakeholders and proactive relationship management with internal and/or external parties
• Assist in operations initiatives and provide a focus around automation, utilizing various tools to enhance operational efficiency, with a comprehensive understanding of end to end processes.
• Assist in design, develop and coordinate the oversight and governance framework by updating policies and procedures to comply with local regulations and implementing and monitoring internal controls to ensure compliance

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• At least 2 years of experience in the financial operations and/or project management related roles
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills with fluency in both Japanese and English, being able to foster complex conversations with all levels of people (internally and externally, local and international)
• Excellent team member who can cultivate an inspiring team environment with an open communication culture
• Ability to demonstrate high risk awareness, operational control, problem solving and process improvement experience
• Issue handling skills is extremely important, from detection to escalation, root-cause analysis, implementation of corrective and preventative actions
• Advanced skills in using Microsoft Office tools (Excel, Access and PowerPoint)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects, ensuring accountability and issue resolution, and work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Demonstrated experience and current working knowledge of operations processes and deliverables
• Experience in delivering strategic projects with impactful results

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Prior experience in Asset Management firms will be a plus

Job Responsibilities

• Support execution of business initiatives, working closely with local and regional teams.
• Provide a high level of responsiveness to executive ad-hoc requests related to project management, presentation development, and business analysis.
• Organize complex information strategically, demonstrating strong design acumen and expertise in Excel and PowerPoint techniques. Create wireframes and mock-ups for management presentations, reports, and dashboards.
• Communicate effectively with key business partners to understand projects and facilitate next steps, including project managing and delivering key work streams and tasks.
• Identify key business risks on the platform and partner with product and controls office to remediate risk and controls issues.
• Provide financial and business data in support of regulatory requests.
• Prepare materials for town halls, employee recognition, and strategy working sessions, including coordination of team activities.
• Collect and maintain internal resources and documentation on collaboration sites.
• Participate in collaborative initiatives with team members and global managers, looking for ways to continually simplify, improve, and add value to existing business processes.
• Ad hoc/general business management support across the franchise.

Required Qualifications, Capabilities, and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or related area with prior experience in Business Management or COO role.
• Proven experience delivering timely, high-quality presentations and/or reporting for various projects and stakeholders. Attention to detail is a must with continuous focus on design excellence.
• Demonstrated ability in dealing with different stakeholder groups and leading the agenda.
• Ability to multi-task and dynamically prioritize or adapt with rapidly changing and sometimes conflicting demands.
• Excellent communication, organization, and project management skills.
• Ability to articulate and demonstrate thoughtful rationale in design decisions.
• Demonstrates sound judgment, professional maturity, and a high level of integrity.
• Self-motivated, tenacious, and able to work with a high degree of independence.
• Intermediate to advanced level ability expected in all MS Office tools (Excel & PowerPoint).

In this critical role, you will have strong function skills in the major areas of investment banking and contribute to the firm's capital raising capabilities while helping build J.P. Morgan's franchise and reputation in the marketplace.

As anAssociate / Analystwithin the Equity Capital Markets (ECM) group in the Investment Bank, you will be a key player in the execution of the firm's business. You will work with expert professionals at the heart of a leading global investment bank and participate in the "full cycle" of transactional execution including preparing marketing pitches, reviewing and formulating financial analysis, preparing and presenting internal committee memoranda and client presentations. Joining this team means you’ll become part of our inclusive teams and culture, unified by the firm’s mission and commitment to success.

Job responsibilities

• Execute public capital raising transactions for Japanese issuer clients, including IPOs , follow-on and converts offerings
• Assist senior bankers in preparation for client engagement and deal origination such as pitches and RFPs
• Provide project management support to senior team members
• Liaise with other internal teams including industry coverage, sales and trading, syndicate, equity research and legal
• Prepare thought pieces related to the equity capital markets and diversified industries sector
• Conduct analysis for issuer clients, including precedent transactions and shareholder targeting
• Draft presentation materials and internal committee memorandums in advance of launching transactions

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Strong accounting, finance, quantitative and business writing skills
• A well-rounded academic background from a top tier educational institution
• Understanding of the transaction cycle and the steps in the process and is execution oriented
• Impeccable communication skills with the ability to effectively interact with senior professionals, clients and key stakeholders in other line of business
• Ability to work well in a fast paced, team environment
• Self-directed, highly motivated, and able to work independently

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Prior work experience in an investment banking front office, or related, role preferred