Broker-Dealer Operations Specialist, Japan (Japan Based / Japanese Language Required)

📋 Description

• Handle customer securities account openings incl. anti-social force screening and due diligence.
• Ongoing customer account management.
• Manage and execute securities operations: settlement, funding, withdrawals, balance reconciliation.
• Provide feedback to product development based on domain knowledge of U.S. and Japanese equity back-office processes.
• Provide input on processes related to settlement, foreign exchange, and custody.
• Validate specifications and accuracy of statutory reporting documents.

🎯 Requirements

• 3+ years back-office experience in US securities at a securities firm.
• Some understanding of Japanese securities management; know US/Japan market differences.
• Knowledge of off-ledger bookkeeping.
• Understanding of client ledger structure and securities accounting.
• Knowledge of customer tax requirements (withholding/reporting).
• Practical experience in regulatory reporting related to off-site monitoring.
• English reading/writing/speaking comfortable.
• JSDA Internal Control Manager certification (nice-to-have).
• Experience in back-office system development or enhancement (requirements, testing).
• Familiarity with Japan-specific accounts such as NISA.
• Understanding of Financial Instruments and Exchange Act and related regulations.
• Proficiency in Japanese and English desirable.
• 勤務条件: Full-time; primarily remote with on-site 2-3 days/week.

🎁 Benefits

• Competitive salary & stock options
• Health benefits
• New Hire Home-Office Setup: USD 500
• Monthly stipend: USD 150/month via Brex Card