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AVP - ストラクチャード・ファイナンス格付/ AVP - Ratings (Structured Finance)

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A global leader in ratings and integrated risk assessment is seeking an AVP - Ratings (Structured Finance). The selected candidate will lead structured finance credit analysis, rating recommendations and committees, research, market engagement, rating processes, and the development of junior analysts

Responsibilities:

  • Lead credit risk analysis for structured finance transactions and provide clear, well-reasoned rating recommendations
  • Act as lead analyst in rating committees, present analysis, and drive discussions
  • Prepare high-quality research, including special comments, internal publications, and methodology papers
  • Contribute actively to rating committees and the overall rating process
  • Engage with investors, issuers, and intermediaries through meetings, presentations, and ongoing dialogue
  • Conduct independent analysis of complex credit portfolios and recommend rating actions with minimal supervision
  • Author research on transactions, issuer developments, and sector trends to support market transparency
  • Support investor outreach initiatives focused on portfolio and industry developments
  • Participate in analytical initiatives, projects, and internal knowledge-sharing forums
  • Mentor and guide junior analysts to support team development
  • Lead issuer meetings, including on-site visits, and maintain professional communication with investors and market participants

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or above
  • 5-7 years of experience in banking or financial services, preferably within structured finance
  • Strong understanding of financial markets and the broader business environment
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt to changing environments, and meet tight deadlines
  • Basic understanding of artificial intelligence concepts and curiosity and enthusiasm for learning how AI tools can improve processes and drive efficiency
  • Interest in exploring AI systems and willingness to develop awareness of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use
  • Native level Japanese; professional level English

Preferred requirements:

  • Postgraduate qualification such as an MBA or Master’s degree, or equivalent academic qualification

About the Company:

The company is a global leader in ratings and integrated risk assessment, helping clients navigate uncertainty through risk analysis and insights. Its Structured Finance Group assigns and monitors credit ratings for securities backed by pools of residential mortgage loans, auto loans, and other asset classes

Keywords:

ストラクチャードファイナンス, 信用分析, 格付け, クレジットリスク, 金融市場, 金融サービス, 銀行, 格付委員会, 財務分析, リスク評価, 投資家対応, 発行体対応, 市場調査, AI, リスク管理, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: TJ61JD

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Banking & Financial Services

Focus: Risk & Quantitative

Industry: Financial Services

Salary: ¥10,000,000 - ¥15,000,000 per annum

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Senior Management

Language: Japanese - Native

Second Language: English - Business level

Location: Tokyo

Job Reference: TJ61JD-34192CFB

Date posted: 10 September 2026

Consultant: Emma Leroy Deval