·  Analyze industry macro trends and company financials under the direction of the Senior analyst.

·  Build and maintain financial models and industry databases insuring correct and up-to-date information for research reports that are distributed to internal/external clients.

·  Review business and trade publications, annual reports, financial filings and other sources in order to gather, synthesize and interpret data on companies followed by the Senior analyst.

·  Write and publish research reports as well as communicating recommendations to sales, trading and clients.

·  Develop marketing materials for clients, meet with management teams of companies and attend industry conferences where appropriate.

The Successful Applicant

·  Bilingual candidate fluent Japanese and English

·  Strong quantitative aptitude and qualitative reasoning

·  Strong analytical and problem solving skills

·  Ability to multi-task with strong attention to detail

·  Good verbal and written communication skills

·  Strong work ethic and drive to excel professionally

·  Demonstrated ability to work in a time sensitive environment

·  Ability to work effectively in a team environment

·  Strong PC literacy or demonstrated aptitude to learn quickly