Global Banking & Markets, Investment Banking Division, Advisory Group, Associate, Tokyo

Investment Banking works on some of the most complex financial challenges and transactions in the market today. Whether advising on a merger, providing financial solutions for an acquisition, or structuring an initial public offering, we handle projects that help clients at major milestones. We work with corporations, pension funds, financial sponsors, and governments and are team of strong analytical thinkers, who have a passion for producing out-of-the-box ideas

Advisory Group works to deliver banking services for a wide range of industries. Our team approach to client service enables our bankers to play an important role in building relationships and executing transactions. Classic investment bankers have expertise in advising clients across industries, regions and products. Teams are organized by industry group, including Consumer Retail Group, Financial Institutions Group, Financial and Strategic Investors Group, Healthcare, Industrials, Natural Resources, Real Estate, and Technology, Media and Telecom.

On any given day, our Tokyo-based team may advise a Japanese or multinational company on a cross-border merger, structure the initial public offering of a subsidiary, refinance an outstanding bond, and more.

STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES

• Be the world’s preeminent investment bank – trusted advisor, financier, and risk manager for our clients on their most important transactions
• Build long-term relationships with clients and deliver world-class execution by “delivering the firm” over time
• Drive superior returns for our stakeholders
• Be the employer of choice for all career levels by providing a highly dynamic, meritocratic, diverse, and rewarding workplace

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Associates in our Tokyo office play a key role in developing and strengthening client relationships, participating in advisory teams, and structuring and executing a full range of financial transactions. 

Responsibilities include:

• Creating and analysing financial models
• Organizing and preparing client presentations
• Managing transaction processes
• Assisting in structuring transactions
• Associates gain exposure to the firm’s global businesses and deepen their understanding of the investment banking industry while developing key analytical, communication, and marketing skills.

They are actively involved in mergers and acquisitions (M&A), fixed income, and equity issuances.  

Associates also:

• Perform customized company valuation analysis
• Coordinate teams of tax advisors, attorneys, and bankers
• Lead due diligence processes
• Participate in legal negotiations
• Maintain client communication and help structure transactions

Skills & Experience We’re Looking For

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum 3 years’ investment banking or equivalent experience
• Native Japanese language skills
• History of outstanding academic and professional achievement
• Strong team orientation and ability to work effectively across groups and regions

ABOUT GOLDMAN SACHS

At Goldman Sachs, we commit our people, capital and ideas to help our clients, shareholders and the communities we serve to grow. Founded in 1869, we are a leading global investment banking, securities and investment management firm. Headquartered in New York, we maintain offices around the world.  

We believe who you are makes you better at what you do. We're committed to fostering and advancing diversity and inclusion in our own workplace and beyond by ensuring every individual within our firm has a number of opportunities to grow professionally and personally, from our training and development opportunities and firmwide networks to benefits, wellness and personal finance offerings and mindfulness programs. Learn more about our culture, benefits, and people at GS.com/careers.  

We’re committed to finding reasonable accommodations for candidates with special needs or disabilities during our recruiting process. Learn more: https://www.goldmansachs.com/careers/footer/disability-statement.html

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