Corporate Research Analyst, Associate

Reporting to Tokyo Head Office, the Corporate Research Department serves as an independent research function and information repository with the goal of supporting the growth initiatives of the Americas Division. Its due diligence activities support senior management, marketing, credit, risk management and others in decision making positions to mitigate the bank's risk and enhance profitability.

Reporting to the Department Head ("DH") of Corporate Research, the Corporate Research Associate conducts research on country and industry trends and gathers intelligence on assigned industries and constituents. The Analyst translates his/her findings logically and through various report types, basing their conclusions on fundamental research performed (primary and secondary), aiming to add value. Research products are distributed widely within the organization. The Analyst also participates in both external and internal client meetings to exchange information and opinions. The Corporate Research Associate conducts research at a transactional level with time spent on due diligence, document processing, financial /statistical analysis, and performs all work independently. This position will develop a career path and is directly involved in client business activities. All work is presented and typically reviewed by the Team Leader and then the Department Head.

The anticipated salary range for this role is between $72,000 and $120,000. The specific salary offered to an applicant will be based on their individual qualifications, experiences, and an analysis of the current compensation paid in their geography and the market for similar roles at the time of hire. The role may also be eligible for an annual discretionary incentive award. In addition to cash compensation, SMBC offers a competitive portfolio of benefits to its employees.

Conducts research and provides depth, quality of information and timeliness of delivery.
• Forwards all reports to Team Leader
• Conducts assigned country and industry specific research
• Networks with credit agencies, investment banks, external experts and other professionals to buttress industry knowledge
• Provides report recommendations and supporting information to other departments as approved by the Department Head and/or Head Office, to inform about business direction including potential and specific risks to business
• Prepares and contributes information for internal meetings and presentations whenever needed in consultation with the Department Head and the Corporate Research Team Leader
• Prepares and contributes information for external customer presentations
• Performs translation of written reports as needed (or organizes their translation using internal resources, for example, from English to Japanese or vice-versa)
• Follows all necessary compliance rules and processes regarding all written reports and both internal and external customer presentations

• Working knowledge of banking industry and banking products of U.S. and Japanese banks
• Working knowledge of U.S. and Japanese banking regulations; legislative and judicial processes
• Working knowledge of the financial marketplace, trends and client profiles
• Understanding of research function, research skills and various industries including an ability to locate sources and determine relevance of information
• Ability to interface with business managers
• Ability to develop a network of contacts in various companies and organizations
• Analytical; logical thinker and ability to synthesize information
• Good communication skills; expert writing and presentation skills
• Ability to interface with clients
  
  
• Work Experience: 2 to 5 years of specialized experience in Financial Services (Investment Banking Research, ratings agency or buy-side analyst experience is preferred but not necessary.)
• Education Required: BA / BS
• Licenses / Certifications / Registrations: CFA, Bloomberg
• Language Skills: Business fluency in the following language(s): Japanese, Spanish &/or Portuguese is a plus
• Software Systems / Programming Languages: MS Office (Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Word)