Introduction:

This opportunity is with a well-established investment and advisory firm backed by a major financial group, offering a stable platform alongside a collaborative and intellectually stimulating environment. The organization combines institutional rigor with the flexibility to explore innovative investment ideas, particularly within private markets.

About the Role:

The Fund Analyst (Private Assets) will play a key role within the portfolio management function, focusing on the evaluation and selection of private market investment opportunities. The position involves both investment due diligence and operational due diligence across a broad range of alternative asset classes, as well as contributing to the development of new investment solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct investment due diligence on private asset funds and managers, including private credit, infrastructure, real estate, and private equity
• Evaluate investment strategies, track records, and organizational capabilities of asset managers through detailed analysis and direct engagement
• Perform operational due diligence, assessing areas such as IT infrastructure, compliance frameworks, internal controls, governance, and business processes
• Develop insights into the long-term sustainability, scalability, and overall investment value of target funds
• Participate in the creation and maintenance of approved manager lists
• Support the design and proposal of new investment strategies and solutions
• Engage with global asset managers, including periodic international travel for on-site assessments

Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of private markets and alternative assets
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in one or more of the following:
• Alternative asset management
• Investment banking (with exposure to fundraising or due diligence)
• Institutional investing, such as fund-of-funds or direct private asset investments
• Proven experience in conducting investment or operational due diligence is preferred
• Business-level proficiency in English and native-level Japanese
• Professional certifications such as a securities analyst designation are advantageous
• Bachelor’s degree or higher

Why Apply:

• Stable and well-capitalized platform with long-term growth potential
• Collaborative culture with low turnover and strong employee retention
• Opportunity to work across global markets and interact with leading international asset managers
• Exposure to a diverse range of private asset classes and investment strategies
• Environment that encourages cross-team collaboration and continuous professional development