About the Role
A global real estate advisory firm is seeking an experienced professional to support its growing cross-border real estate business in Japan.
This role will be based in Tokyo and embedded within a leading Japanese financial institution under a strategic partnership framework. The position will report into the firm's global headquarters and play a key role in originating and executing inbound investment opportunities into Japan.
Key Responsibilities
Support and execute commercial real estate transactions in Japan, particularly for international investors
Originate and manage cross-border investment opportunities, with a focus on inbound capital (Europe/UK and other regions)
Collaborate closely with internal global teams and local partner stakeholders
Provide market insights and advisory services related to Japanese real estate (commercial and/or residential)
Assist in structuring and closing transactions, including coordination with legal, financial, and external partners
Build and maintain relationships with institutional investors and clients
Contribute to the expansion of the firm's Japan-related business platform
Requirements
Mandatory
Strong bilingual capability: Japanese (native level) and English (business level or above)
Proven experience in Japanese real estate transactions (commercial preferred)
Solid understanding of Japan real estate market, practices, and regulations
Ability to work in a cross-border, matrix organizational environment
Strong stakeholder management skills
Preferred
Experience working in an international real estate firm, investment bank, or advisory platform
Exposure to cross-border deals or international investors
Background in commercial real estate (office, retail, logistics, etc.)
Experience working in partnership-based or secondment-style environments
Employment Conditions
Employment by: Global headquarters (overseas entity)
Work location: Tokyo (embedded within partner organization)
Employment type: Full-time, permanent
Reporting line: Overseas headquarters (with local functional collaboration)