Principal, Private Capital – Tokyo

About the role

Oliver Wyman's Private Capital Practice advises private equity firms, principal investors, portfolio companies and corporations across the investment and transaction lifecycle. As Principal in Tokyo, you will be a senior leader responsible for client relationships, complex engagement delivery, business development and the growth of the practice, working with Japanese and international clients and collaborating with experts across Asia Pacific.

Key responsibilities

• Lead complex engagements covering commercial and vendor due diligence, investment strategy, portfolio value creation and other transaction matters
• Shape the strategic direction of engagements and act as a trusted advisor to senior clients
• Oversee case execution, including quantitative and qualitative analysis, primary research and market assessment
• Present to investment committees, boards and management teams, and develop new client relationships
• Contribute to the growth of the Private Capital franchise in Japan and build intellectual capital
• Coach and sponsor consultants and managers, and build your own profile as a future Partner

Required profile

• Approximately 9-12 years of relevant experience, ideally in a leading strategy consulting firm
• Strong track record in commercial due diligence and ideally in value creation, corporate strategy, M&A or post-transaction transformation
• Undergraduate degree required; MBA or equivalent welcomed but not essential
• Professional fluency in Japanese and English (JLPT N1 or equivalent for non-native speakers)
• Willingness to travel depending on client and project needs

Required skills

• Understanding of the private equity investment lifecycle and investor mindset
• Ability to lead complex engagements and coach consulting teams
• Strong commercial instincts, business development and executive presence
• Strategic problem-solving and analytical skills

The role is hybrid: colleagues are expected to be in the local office or onsite with clients at least three days per week, with an anchor day each week for the team.