Job Description

We are looking for the Japan Real Estate Specialist (Senior Role)

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and oversee all cross-border property investment activities between the Singapore and Japan offices (Tokyo and Osaka). Provide advisory support to Singapore clients and partners on Japan real estate acquisition, financing structures, and investment compliance. Liaise with Japanese developers, management companies, and financial institutions to coordinate property launches, project due diligence, and mortgage facilitation for foreign buyers. Develop and implement market entry and expansion strategies based on Japan's latest real estate, tourism, and financial trends. Conduct training sessions for the Singapore team to transfer knowledge on Japan's property loan systems, ownership regulations, and Minpaku (short-stay) licensing requirements. Manage communication and negotiations in English, Mandarin and Japanese to ensure operational accuracy and regulatory alignment.

Required Skills & Experience:

Minimum 10 years of professional experience in Japan's property investment, development, or financing sectors. Deep understanding of Japan's mortgage system and cross-border financing structures (bank mortgage facilitation experience preferred). Strong industry network with Japanese developers, banks, and property management companies. Proven expertise in investment analysis, project coordination, and client advisory for international property transactions. Bilingual proficiency in English, Mandarin and Japanese, with cross-cultural communication skills essential for bridging operations between both markets. * Excellent leadership, presentation, and training skills.