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Job ID : 1557912 Date Updated : September 10th, 2025
Investment Risk Manager

Investment Risk Manager

Location Tokyo - 23 Wards
Job Type Permanent Full-time
Salary Negotiable, based on experience

Work Style

Remote Work and WFH Casual Clothing Minimal Overtime Flex Time

Job Description

You will be responsible for analyzing various investment strategies and monitoring them from a risk perspective. Based on your analyses, you will collaborate with investment teams to ensure appropriate governance and risk management.

Client Details

A major asset management company providing a wide range of investment services domestically and internationally. The firm covers equities, bonds, multi-asset, and alternative strategies, and leverages a global team of investment professionals to meet client needs.

Description

  • Process and manage investment risk-related data, automate tools, and store results in databases
  • Prepare and maintain reports using BI tools
  • Coordinate with relevant departments to manage and maintain data and reports
  • Extract and visualize data from risk tools and create analytical reports
  • Collaborate continuously with investment teams to ensure proper governance

Job Offer

  • Work Environment: Collaborate with global investment teams across seven offices on four continents, providing high-conviction asset management solutions.
  • Diversity & Inclusion: Embrace a workplace culture that values diversity, fosters mutual respect, and encourages individual growth.
  • Career Development: Access to comprehensive training programs and career development opportunities to enhance professional skills.
  • Work-Life Balance: Flexible working arrangements, generous leave policies, and wellness initiatives to support employee well-being.
  • Employee Engagement: Participate in initiatives that promote a sense of community and shared purpose within the organization.
  • Commitment to Sustainability: Engage in responsible investment practices and contribute to the company's sustainability goals.

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Terutora Kato at +81368328965.

General Requirements

Minimum Experience Level No experience
Career Level Mid Career
Minimum English Level Business Level
Minimum Japanese Level Business Level
Minimum Education Level Bachelor's Degree
Visa Status Permission to work in Japan required

Required Skills

  • At least 1 year of practical experience in Python (preferred), R, or Java
  • Proficiency in SQL for querying data and building databases
  • Experience in portfolio or financial data analysis is a plus
  • Experience with risk systems (e.g., Barra, Aladdin, FactSet) is a plus
  • Knowledge of financial markets, securities, and investment topics is a plus
  • Programming skills in VBA, Matlab, SAS, Tableau, are a plus
  • Business-level English proficiency (Native-level is a plus)

Job Location

  • Tokyo - 23 Wards

Work Conditions

Job Type Permanent Full-time
Salary Negotiable, based on experience
Industry Asset Management

Job Category

  • Banking and Financial Services > Risk, Credit, Debt Administration
  • Banking and Financial Services > Analyst, Economist
  • Banking and Financial Services > Fund Manager, Dealer, Trader

Company Details

Company Type Large Company (more than 300 employees) - International Company