Acquisition director

Location Tokyo
Discipline Financial Services
Salary Negotiable
​About the company

A leading global real estate investment management firm, the company acquires and manages real estate and real estate-related securities on behalf of its funds. Its investment focus spans logistics, data centers, residential properties, hotels, and offices, with an emphasis on disciplined sourcing, thorough underwriting, and rigorous execution.

Based in Tokyo, the Japan platform operates as a permanent local team with a strong focus on quality, professionalism, and consistency in delivery.

What the job entails

This is a director-level acquisition role for an experienced real estate investment professional who can lead transactions from sourcing through closing. You will identify and assess investment opportunities, build and review underwriting, and help shape investment management plans for target assets in Japan.

You will also conduct due diligence, negotiate sales and purchase agreements and related documents, and prepare materials for internal investment committee meetings. In addition, you will manage documentation, coordinate closing activities, and work closely with internal stakeholders across the investment process. The role requires strong judgment, financial modeling capability, and the ability to operate effectively in a collaborative, fast-moving environment.

Key requirements / What we look for
  • 10+ years of real estate acquisition experience

  • Prior acquisition track record, ideally with a competitor

  • People management experience

  • Full bilingual Japanese/English communication skills; business-level English

  • Licensed Real Estate Transaction Specialist; financial modeling skills preferred

Compensation & Benefits
  • Defined contribution pension and retirement allowance

  • Social insurance and commuting allowance provided