Description

A leading bulge bracket global investment bank is seeking a Global Capital Markets Compliance Officer to support and protect its capital markets operations in Japan. This senior compliance role sits at the heart of high-profile transactions, advising business leaders while ensuring alignment with Japanese regulations and global governance standards. You will work closely with senior stakeholders in Tokyo and across international offices, shaping compliance strategy in a fast-paced investment banking environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the Head of Japan Global Capital Markets to guide the strategic direction and governance of the compliance program.
• Act as a trusted advisor to the business, providing critical challenge to ensure adherence to company conduct standards and local regulations.
• Develop and maintain a robust compliance infrastructure, including policy drafting, internal testing, training, and monitoring.
• Collaborate with senior risk managers and global stakeholders to identify vulnerabilities and execute proactive mitigation strategies.
• Manage audits, investigations, and urgent regulatory matters while briefing senior leadership on key developments.
• Review and approve new product initiatives to ensure all business ventures meet strict regulatory and internal requirements.

Required Skills and Qualifications
Experience:

• 5+ years of experience in compliance, legal, audit, or first line control, ideally within capital markets transactions, investment banking, or M&A.
• Strong ability to exercise sound judgment when advising and challenging business stakeholders.
• Proven capability to operate in a fast-paced environment covering multiple high-priority transactions.

Soft Skills:

• Highly motivated, self-starting professional with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse global teams.
• Strong relationship management skills with confidence to engage senior business leaders and external stakeholders.

Language Requirements:

• Japanese: Fluent level required for local regulatory engagement and business advisory.
• English: Fluent level required for communication with global colleagues and stakeholders.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working within a global investment bank or large-scale financial institution.
• Strong understanding of capital markets regulatory frameworks and governance expectations.

About the Company

Our client is a renowned global investment bank with sophisticated capital markets expertise and a major presence across Japan's financial landscape. The firm is recognized for its influence in market-defining transactions and offers a highly international working environment in Tokyo.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Exceptional compensation package (¥20M-¥25M).
• Opportunity to work at the cutting edge of global capital markets and investment banking.
• Exposure to marquee deals, high-stakes mandates, and market-shaping transactions.
• International environment with strong global collaboration and career growth potential.
• Flexible working style including flex-time arrangements.

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