Job Description

This is a strategic position in a major financial institution's head office risk division, focusing on emerging risk domains such as sustainability (e.g. climate, human rights) and non-financial risk (e.g. reputation, third-party risk). You'll help define risk governance frameworks, lead cross-functional risk assessments, and drive innovation in how non-traditional risks are measured and managed across the firm.

Description

* Plan and manage sustainability risk initiatives (climate risk quantification, disclosure, ESG rules)
* Define and operate risk governance frameworks for climate change and human rights in investment and lending
* Drive scenario analysis and trend tracking related to international standards and regulations
* Oversee governance of reputational, economic security, third-party, and other non-financial risks
* Collaborate with senior leadership, overseas teams, and external regulators

Profile

* Experience in risk, corporate planning, compliance, or sustainability in financial services or consulting
* Native-level or fluent Japanese language proficiency
* Interest in non-financial risk frameworks and sustainable finance
* Strong project ownership, stakeholder coordination, and regulatory awareness
* English communication skills
* Experience in bank head office, risk, or ESG governance is a plus

Job Offer

* High-impact work in one of Japan's most strategic ESG risk teams
* Career track to global roles or sustainability leadership within the group

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

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