Join a leading global investment bank as an International Equity Sales Trader (Analyst-Associate) and build your career within a high-performing Global Markets team in Tokyo. This front-office role focuses on high-touch Japanese equity sales trading, specializing in cash equities and equity swaps while supporting a diverse portfolio of international institutional clients.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an early-career trading professional to gain exposure to global financial markets, work alongside experienced sales traders, and develop expertise in Japanese equities within one of the world's most respected investment banking environments.
Key Responsibilities

• Execute high-touch Japanese equity trades across cash equities and equity swaps for international institutional clients.
• Deliver timely market updates, trade execution support, and investment insights to global investors.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with international institutional clients through exceptional service and market expertise.
• Collaborate closely with Sales, Trading, Research, and Global Markets teams to deliver seamless client solutions.
• Monitor Japanese equity market movements, liquidity, and macroeconomic developments to identify trading opportunities.
• Ensure all trading activities comply with regulatory requirements, internal controls, and best execution standards.
• Support business growth by identifying new client opportunities and strengthening existing relationships.

Required Skills and Qualifications Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Japanese Equity Sales Trader within an investment bank based in Japan.
• Experience trading Japanese cash equities and equity swaps.
• Exposure to servicing international institutional clients.
• Solid understanding of Japanese equity markets, trading execution, and capital markets.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.

Soft Skills:

• Strong client relationship management and communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to perform effectively in a fast-paced front-office trading environment.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work across multicultural and cross-functional teams.
• Proactive attitude with a strong desire to develop a long-term career in Global Markets.

Language Requirements:

• Japanese: Native level
• English: Business level

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working in a global investment banking environment.
• Knowledge of international equity markets and institutional trading practices.
• Existing relationships with institutional investors are advantageous.
• Strong interest in financial markets and global macroeconomic trends.

About the Company
Our client is a leading global investment bank with a strong presence in Japan and major financial markets worldwide. The firm provides innovative investment banking, sales and trading, and capital markets solutions to institutional clients while offering employees exceptional learning opportunities, international exposure, and long-term career development.
Why You'll Love Working Here

• Join a growing Global Markets team within a prestigious international investment bank.
• Develop your career in Japanese equity sales trading with direct exposure to international institutional clients.
• Work alongside experienced industry professionals in a collaborative global environment.
• Gain hands-on experience across cash equities, equity swaps, and institutional sales trading.
• Benefit from structured career progression and ongoing professional development.
• Build a rewarding long-term career at one of the world's leading financial institutions.

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