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Investment Analyst at Deutsche Bank’s Strategic Investment Group in Tokyo – up to VP level.
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Title: Investment Bank - Strategic Investment Group Analyst - up to VP
Job ID: Listed: 2026-02-16 Regular/Temporary: Regular
Location: Tokyo
Position Overview
The role is for an Investment Analyst (VP level or below) within Deutsche Bank’s Strategic Investment Group ("SIG"), a market‑leading strategic investment and distressed credit franchise with a long and successful track record in the Japanese market. SIG invests in and trades a wide range of products, including distressed and restructured credits, real estate‑related credit, non‑performing loan portfolios, special situation financing, and high‑yield instruments such as LBO mezzanine debt. With expanding opportunities in the Japanese market, Deutsche Bank’s SIG is seeking a credit investment analyst with experience in credit investment and/or financing in Japan. The role involves conducting credit risk underwriting, monitoring and managing invested credits, and working closely with a highly experienced team to further grow Deutsche Bank’s franchise in Japan. A career path with opportunities to be involved in deal sourcing can also be offered, depending on the candidate’s background and career interests.
What we will offer you
A healthy, engaged and well‑supported workforce is better equipped to do their best work and, more importantly, enjoy their lives inside and outside the workplace. That’s why we are committed to providing an environment with your development and wellbeing at its center. You can expect:
- Corporate Group Insurance – premium borne by company
- Annual health checkup – cost borne by company (once a year; conditions apply)
- Child care and elderly care benefits – corporate discount through designated child care & elderly care vendors
- EAP – free and confidential counseling, online work‑life resources
- Employee networks – Diversity, volunteering, sports, family care - various activities to participate
Role Responsibilities and Tasks
SIG’s Investment Analyst responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following: Analyze and gain a full understanding of the credit profile of investment assets , including distressed, stressed and restructured loans, as well as special situation financings; lead comprehensive due diligence covering regulatory, legal, and reputational risks as well. Build and run sophisticated cash‑flow models , perform pricing and valuation analyses, and conduct real estate collateral valuations. Assume primary ownership of assigned credits , acting as the key interface across sourcing, execution, and trading functions. Identify attractive credit investment opportunities through rigorous research and market analysis. Work closely with external loan servicers to manage non‑performing loan portfolio assets throughout their lifecycle and drive successful resolutions and workouts. Present credit analyses to internal stakeholders , and prepare and obtain required internal approvals for new investments and periodic portfolio reviews.
Experience/ Qualifications
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in the banking industry, financial advisory firms, and/or credit investment companies or funds.
- Strong knowledge of credit risk underwriting and financial analysis , with demonstrated hands‑on experience.
- Native‑level Japanese and fluent English proficiency.
- Bachelor’s degree , preferably in finance, accounting, engineering, or a related discipline.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills , with the ability to collaborate effectively across functions.
- Strong work ethic , with the ability to work seamlessly with team members across various roles, including Traders, Investment Analysts, Deal Sourcing, Desk Legal, and Operations.
How we’ll support you
Coaching and support from experts in your team
A culture of continuous learning to aid progression
A range of flexible benefits that you can tailor to suit your needs
Training and development to help you excel in your career
About us and our teams
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Deutsche Bank & Diversity
We strive for a culture in which we are empowered to excel together every day. This includes acting responsibly, thinking commercially, taking initiative and working collaboratively. Together we share and celebrate the successes of our people. Together we are Deutsche Bank Group.
We welcome applications from all people and promote a positive, fair and inclusive work environment.