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Business Research Center Operations - Researcher

AT JPMorgan Chase
JPMorgan Chase

Business Research Center Operations - Researcher

Tokyo, Japan

Are you inquisitive, self-motivated and thrive on working in a fast-paced environment? We are looking for researchers to join our global team of professionals providing company, industry and economic research to deliver outcome required by the investment bankers.

As a Researcher within the Business Research Center (BRC), you will be responsible for working independently in a global organization providing research services mainly to the Investment Banking division within the firm, using market data and publicly available information. You will grow your knowledge and skill base such that you are able to handle all levels of work from basic to complex to respond to research questions from investment bankers and lead process improvement. You will report to the local Operations Manager.

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We encourage employee development and offer an extremely wide range of training and development courses and programs aiming at enhancing your soft and hard skills. We are also open to consider candidates to work on a fixed-term contract. Overtime work may be required at times.

Job responsibilities

  • Perform research of preliminary data for front office
  • Answer inquiries from bankers in a timely, accurate and value add manner by selecting the most appropriate sources
  • Engage directly with bankers and partner with colleagues to provide high quality and professional client service
  • Embrace and build team relationships both locally and globally, collaborating on projects as required
  • Identify opportunities to lead process improvements that positively impact the banker experience
  • Handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

  • Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in any discipline
  • Proficient in English and Japanese languages with both spoken and written skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills, problem-solving skills
  • Ability to prioritize work and thrive under pressure
  • Demonstrate strong client-focus
  • Ability to think critically and creatively
  • Possess a passion to grow knowledge, insight and skillset

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

  • General understanding of the financial sector and investment banking industry
  • Database search experience, particularly with Factset, Eikon, Capital IQ, Factiva, Dealogic, Bloomberg and/or Nikkei Telecom
  • Previous experience in a similar environment


ABOUT US

J.P. Morgan is a global leader in financial services, providing strategic advice and products to the world's most prominent corporations, governments, wealthy individuals and institutional investors. Our first-class business in a first-class way approach to serving clients drives everything we do. We strive to build trusted, long-term partnerships to help our clients achieve their business objectives.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.

ABOUT THE TEAM

The Corporate & Investment Bank is a global leader across investment banking, wholesale payments, markets and securities services. The world's most important corporations, governments and institutions entrust us with their business in more than 100 countries. We provide strategic advice, raise capital, manage risk and extend liquidity in markets around the world.

Global Finance & Business Management works to strategically manage capital, drive growth and efficiencies, maintain financial reporting and proactively manage risk. By providing information, analysis and recommendations to improve results and drive decisions, teams ensure the company can navigate all types of market conditions while protecting our fortress balance sheet.

Client-provided location(s): Tokyo, Japan
Job ID: JPMorgan-210537240
Employment Type: Full Time