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Associate/Senior Associate Jobs in Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan at The Asia Group
Title: Associate/Senior Associate
Company: The Asia Group
Location: Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
Job Description
The Asia Group is now accepting applications for a Japan Associate/Senior Associate to join our Tokyo office.
TAG is a leading strategic and capital advisory firm that positions clients – ranging from Fortune 100 multinationals to innovative startups – for success in established and emerging markets across the Indo-Pacific region. Our diverse team possesses decades of government, private sector, and military experience with a work ethos that emphasizes teamwork, collegiality, creativity, entrepreneurialism, and mentorship.
The Japan Associate/Senior Associate based in Tokyo will join a fast-paced, innovative team that operates at the forefront of public policy and business in Japan and across the Indo-Pacific region. This role requires a strong foundation of Japan-related experience, either in the private sector or working with or within the public sector.
The Associate/Senior Associate will be an integral member of TAG’s growing Japan Practice, led by Ambassador Kurt Tong, and will be responsible for supporting all aspects of the firm’s client development and strategy execution on Japan. A successful candidate will have excellent research and writing skills, with a strong command of the political, regulatory, and macroeconomic environments in Japan and the ability to distill these trends into actionable insights and strategic recommendations for commercial stakeholders. A demonstrated ability to work under pressure, engage clients with poise and clarity, and work collaboratively is expected. This position may also entail domestic and international travel. This position includes upward growth and promotion potential.
Job Requirements
- Advanced degree (MA/MBA/JD) or equivalent practical work experience related to Japan;
- Professional proficiency or native fluency in Japanese
- Demonstrated knowledge ofJapanese politics and economics and U.S. relations with Asia, preferably with at least three years of work experience in a client-facing industry, research institute, government, or government relations
- Outstanding research, writing, and analytical skills in English, including the ability to communicate professionally with clients
- Attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
- Team player with positive and professional attitude; eager for professional development and open to learning
- Self-starter with ability to excel in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Can-do attitude and willingness to support both critical client matters and simple administrative tasks
- Flexibility with respect to working and communication hours, particularly when coordinating with clients and team members in other time zones.
Desired Qualifications:
- On-the-ground experience in Japan
- Experience in government relations or comparable experience demonstrating the ability to integrate public policy with corporate strategy.
- Expertise in the pharmaceutical or life sciences industries, or digital policy is a plus.
- Comfort using artificial intelligence tools – or excited to learn how – to increase efficiency, enhance analysis or deliverables, and generate innovative solutions. Familiarity with generative AI platforms or a growth mindset toward emerging technologies is a plus.
Job Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough and meticulous industry and political research and analysis utilizing English and Japanese primary resources
- Draft executive memos, reports, briefing materials, and other written products that impact key client priorities, including political, economic, and regulatory developments
- Monitor local print and online media for important developments related to client equities and opportunities for business development
- Support planning and implementation of client engagements and activities in Tokyo and Washington, D.C.
Job Benefits
We value professionals who are proactive in exploring new ways to work smarter. Ideal candidates will be comfortable using artificial intelligence tools — or excited to learn how — to increase efficiency, enhance analysis or deliverables, and generate innovative solutions. Familiarity with generative AI platforms or a growth mindset toward emerging technologies is a plus.
Candidates must be eligible to work in Japan. Employees will work in an in-person environment. TAG provides competitive health benefits and paid time off, with training opportunities available for its employees.
All interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, a two-page analytical writing sample and a list of references (references will not be contacted without applicant permission) via the application portal below. Alternatively, interested candidates may email the required documents as a single PDF titled “[Position of Interest] – [First & Last Name]”to [email protected] and complete the relevant application forms at https://theasiagroup.com/careers/.
Due to the volume of applications received, responses from our recruiting team may be delayed. No phone calls, please.
