POSITION SUMMARY
This role is responsible for identifying, analyzing, and executing new business opportunities. The Business Development Associate will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support business planning, conduct market research, and assist with branch operations.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Business Development
Explore and evaluate new business and investment opportunities
Prepare presentation and proposal materials
Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to support business planning
Improve operational efficiency through coordination and information sharing
Research & Analysis
Conduct research on technology and industry trends and assess their impact
Analyze market data and industry reports to identify new opportunities
Attend conferences and engage with startups and venture capitalists to gather insights
Provide strategic recommendations based on data and industry knowledge
Branch Operations Support
Schedule meetings, prepare agendas, and document action items
Manage documents and provide daily operational support
Assist the Branch Head and Corporate Senior Manager with administrative tasks
QUALIFICATIONS
1–4 years of experience in research or business development
Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Business-level proficiency in both English and Japanese
Strong writing and communication skills
Experience in corporate operations and administrative support
Demonstrated ability to conduct industry and market analysis using external sources
Bachelor’s degree required
SALARY USD 100,000-135,000
BENEFITS Medial Dental vision 401K and others
LOCATION Silicon Valley, CA (Hybrid: at least 3 days on-site weekly)
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