Vice President, Primary Investments

Support the identification and management of Japanese and broader Asian private-market managers, focusing on venture capital, growth equity, and buyout funds. Source and evaluate opportunities, lead investment due diligence, assess co-investments and secondary transactions, prepare investment memoranda, negotiate partnership terms, construct fund portfolios, monitor investments, contribute market intelligence, support investor activities, and mentor junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Meet with general partner groups to evaluate potential investment opportunities focused on Japan.
• Conduct market research on investment sectors and themes.
• Lead and conduct investment due diligence using qualitative and quantitative analysis.
• Perform due diligence on co-investments and secondary transactions.
• Prepare investment memoranda and participate in internal investment committee discussions.
• Negotiate partnership terms with counsel and coordinate closings.
• Support fund portfolio construction and evaluation.
• Provide market intelligence and thought leadership on Japan investment and industry trends.
• Author internal and external research and thought pieces.
• Mentor and manage junior team members.
• Attend annual meetings.
• Review quarterly reports and related materials.
• Document compliance with investment guidelines.
• Monitor the investment pipeline and allocation planning.
• Support marketing presentations for prospective clients and consultants.
• Generate co-investment and secondary deal flow by marketing firm capabilities.
• Support existing investor relationships and firm business initiatives.

Requirements

• 6–8 years of investing analysis and due diligence experience; candidates with 4–6 years and strong potential may be considered for a Senior Associate role.
• Experience investing in the Japan market through fund investments, co-investments, or secondaries.
• Native-level Japanese language skills and strong English language skills.
• Proven investing experience at a top institution focused on technology investments in primary private investments, secondaries, and/or direct investments.
• Strong modeling, organizational, and writing skills.
• Deep understanding of private equity, venture, and technology trends in Japan and Asia.
• Ability to synthesize complex data clearly.
• Ability to interact effectively with clients, general partners, and colleagues in Japanese and English.
• Ability to work independently in an integrated global team.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.
• Desire to build a career in private capital investing.
• MBA or similar advanced degree preferred but not required.