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Our solutions-oriented approach combined with over 120 years of industry knowledge enables clients to get the most value from their assets with tailored solutions across asset services, asset lending and financing, and asset trading. Leveraging our deep expertise in retail, industrial, brands and real estate, we work closely with clients globally to determine the value of, lend against, or buy and sell their assets to help them achieve their business goals.\n\nAt Gordon Brothers, we foster a culture of collaboration and creativity to find unique and innovative solutions for our clients. We take pride in fostering an engaging, inclusive culture and encouraging employees to bring new ideas to the table, develop their skills, and build dynamic and fulfilling careers.\n\nFor more information, please visit www.gordonbrothers.com.\n\nDescription\nRole Summary\nThis is an opportunity to build expertise in asset valuation and asset-based lending through hands-on exposure to a wide range of businesses, industries and asset classes.\nWorking alongside experienced professionals, you will learn how to analyze inventory, machinery and equipment and assess their value in support of financing and other business transactions. As your experience develops, you will have opportunities to take on greater responsibility, work directly with clients and contribute to broader projects across the business.\nThe role combines financial and business analysis with real-world exposure to companies and their operations, including opportunities to conduct on-site inspections and provide insight into inventory and asset management.\nKey Responsibilities\nAnalyze inventory, machinery, equipment and other business assets to support valuation and appraisal engagements.\nPrepare inventory analyses, asset valuations and appraisal reports for financial institutions, law firms, corporations and other clients.\nReview and analyze large and complex datasets to identify trends, risks and key drivers of asset value.\nDevelop an understanding of clients’ businesses, industries, operations and inventory management practices.\nParticipate in on-site inspections to evaluate inventory, machinery and equipment.\nWork closely with experienced analysts and merchants to develop valuation conclusions and client recommendations.\nSupport approximately 3-4 client engagements per month, typically working as part of a two-person team consisting of an analyst and merchant.\nWork with companies ranging from approximately ¥2 billion to ¥100 billion in annual sales.\nDevelop relationships with clients and other stakeholders as your experience and responsibilities grow.\nContribute to broader team and company initiatives based on experience, interests and business needs.\nQualifications\nBachelor’s degree or equivalent.\nBusiness-level Japanese proficiency, both written and spoken.\nStrong analytical and problem-solving skills.\nAbility to understand businesses, industries and financial information and translate analysis into clear conclusions.\nStrong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.\nStrong Excel skills, with the ability to work efficiently with large datasets. 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