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Job ID : 1532249 Date Updated : April 14th, 2025
Lending Risk Strategy Analyst

Lending Risk Analyst - Credit Strategy & Portfolio Insights

Location Tokyo - 23 Wards
Job Type Permanent Full-time
Salary Negotiable, based on experience

Job Description

This is a fantastic opportunity for an analytical professional to join the Risk team at a globally recognized financial institution. The role focuses on supporting card lending products, identifying performance trends, and driving strategic decisions across the Japan market.

Client Details

Our client is a leading global financial services company with a strong presence in Japan. Known for innovation and customer-first solutions, the company offers dynamic career paths in risk management, analytics, and product strategy.

Description

  • Design and monitor risk strategies for card lending products (Revolve, Installment).
  • Analyze key metrics, identify trends, and recommend risk mitigation approaches.
  • Partner with Product, Marketing, and Operations teams to support growth strategies.
  • Leverage data to derive insights that inform credit and fraud risk decisions.
  • Develop knowledge of internal systems and regulatory frameworks.
  • Understand market conditions and competitor practices to identify opportunities.
  • Support continuous improvement in customer experience and profitability.

Job Offer

  • Contribute to innovation in lending within a top-tier financial firm.
  • Hybrid work flexibility and competitive compensation.
  • Career development and international exposure.
  • Inclusive culture with strong team collaboration.

If you are a motivated professional who is excited by the prospect of driving risk management initiatives in a global financial organization, we look forward to your application.

To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Carl Iso +818046764473.

General Requirements

Minimum Experience Level No experience
Career Level Mid Career
Minimum English Level Business Level
Minimum Japanese Level Fluent
Minimum Education Level Associate Degree/Diploma
Visa Status Permission to work in Japan required

Required Skills

  • Strong problem-solving skills and data-driven mindset.
  • Experience in analytics, strategy, or risk-preferably in financial services or Big 4 Consulting.
  • Knowledge of SAS, SQL, R, or Python (or willingness to learn).
  • Familiarity with Japan's Installment Sales Law is a plus.
  • Fluency in Japanese and English.

Job Location

  • Tokyo - 23 Wards

Work Conditions

Job Type Permanent Full-time
Salary Negotiable, based on experience
Industry Loan and Mortgage

Job Category

  • Banking and Financial Services > Risk, Credit, Debt Administration
  • Banking and Financial Services > Other (Banking and Financial Services)