Associate Director - Intelligence & Advisory - Up to 15M

This is a senior advisory role focused on delivering strategic intelligence, commercial due diligence, and risk assessments for high-stakes client decisions. You will lead projects end-to-end, engage senior stakeholders, and help grow a high-potential Japan practice.

Client Details

This opportunity is with a large organization operating in the business services industry. The company is known for its structured approach to providing innovative solutions and fostering a professional work environment.Our client is a global strategic intelligence and advisory consulting firm with a strong international presence across key financial hubs. The firm supports private equity investors, multinational corporates, and institutional clients on complex decisions involving transactions, market entry, and regulatory risk.

Description

• Lead strategic intelligence and due diligence engagements for investment and corporate clients
• Define project strategy, research frameworks, and client deliverables
• Oversee intelligence gathering via expert networks and human-source insights
• Analyze commercial, regulatory, political, and reputational risks
• Produce and review high-quality written reports for senior stakeholders
• Present findings and recommendations directly to clients
• Manage client relationships throughout the full project lifecycle
• Mentor and develop junior consultants and analysts
• Support the growth and operational development of the Tokyo office
• Contribute to knowledge building and network development in Japan

Job Offer

• Competitive salary aligned with experience 10,000,000 JPY - 15,000,000
• Tokyo-based role with flexible working style
• Initial overseas training opportunity at London office
• Exposure to high-profile M&A, investment, and strategic advisory projects
• Close interaction with senior decision-makers and investors
• Opportunity to play a key role in building a growing Japan business
• Comprehensive benefits including insurance and leave support
• Relocation and visa support available where applicable

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Tin Le on +813 6832 8941.

• ~5+ years of experience in consulting, investment banking, private equity, intelligence, or related advisory fields
• Strong project leadership and stakeholder management skills
• Excellent written communication, with experience producing structured reports
• Confident in client-facing presentations and discussions
• Strong commercial judgement and analytical thinking
• Experience mentoring or managing junior team members is advantageous
• Interest in investigative research and human intelligence gathering
• Knowledge of the Japan market and business environment preferred
• Fluent English required; Japanese language skills are beneficial but not essential