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M&Aスペシャリスト/ M&A Specialist

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A mobile technology company is seeking an M&A Specialist. The selected candidate will take ownership of M&A and investment deals from sourcing and due diligence through valuation, deal structuring, contract negotiation, closing, and post-investment support.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop domestic and international networks with startups, VC firms, and M&A advisors in the growth sector
  • Lead M&A and investment deal execution, including business and overall management due diligence, valuation, deal structure planning, contract negotiation, and closing with supervisors
  • Execute post-investment PMI and create synergies with the Growth Business Division
  • Support business development following investment activities
  • Build processes and workflows for due diligence and contract negotiations during the organisation’s startup phase
  • Contribute to investments in the growth sector that support the creation of champion businesses and discontinuous growth for the company

Requirements:

  • More than 3 years of practical experience in M&A, FA, PE, or operating companies, including involvement in due diligence, valuation, contract negotiation, and closing
  • Practical skills in understanding and modelling financial statements and valuations
  • Experience assisting with the negotiation and conclusion of investment contracts and related matters
  • Intellectual curiosity and the ability to independently learn and structure an understanding of unknown fields, including cutting-edge AI technologies
  • Commitment to completing projects through to closing, including detailed involvement in due diligence and negotiations
  • Professional level English

Preferred requirements:

  • Deep knowledge of AI or technology, or an engineering background
  • Experience managing startups and participating in hands-on sessions
  • English reading and writing experience, including reading and comprehending overseas materials and contracts
  • Experience executing post-acquisition PMI

About the Company:

A leading Japanese technology company developing digital services across gaming, entertainment, sports and healthcare. Employees benefit from career growth, professional development and opportunities within an innovative and dynamic workplace.

Keywords:

投資, M&A, デューデリジェンス, バリュエーション, 財務モデリング, 投資契約, 事業開発, スタートアップ, ベンチャーキャピタル, AI, テクノロジー, 成長事業, 新規事業, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: 7L7YB1

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: M&A Advisory/Consulting

Focus: M&A Advisory

Industry: IT

Salary: ¥8,000,000 - ¥17,000,000 per annum

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Associate

Language: English - Business level

Location: Tokyo

Job Reference: 7L7YB1-F782D2B2

Date posted: 10 September 2026

Consultant: Anthony Skedzielewski