Associate

Company Overview

Nihon M&A Center Singapore provides M&A advisory services for Singapore-based SMEs and family businesses, addressing business succession challenges and consulting on growth strategies.

Job Summary

Join a dynamic Japanese M&A consulting firm as an associate responsible for sourcing and engaging strategic buyers, primarily in the Japanese market, to support business growth and transaction success.

Responsibilities

• Analyze buyside mandates to understand business models, financials, industry positioning, and organizational structures
• Define ideal buyer profiles by evaluating suitability criteria aligned with client objectives
• Independently research and build a pipeline of potential buyer companies for targeted outreach
• Identify strategic fit, synergy potential, and acquisition rationale to prioritize buyer engagement
• Develop buyer pipelines through consistent outreach and communication with prospective buyers
• Facilitate introductions and arrange meetings between clients and potential buyers
• Attend joint meetings to support buyer visits and foster relationship building
• Support buyer engagement throughout the transaction process to ensure smooth communication and progress

Required competencies and certifications

• Diploma or Polytechnic qualification or above
• Customer service experience
• Ability to speak and communicate in Japanese to liaise with Japanese-speaking clients and stakeholders (required to facilitate effective communication with Japanese clients and stakeholders)