Investment & Corporate Development Associate (Japanese Speaker)

BLUE STREAM CONSULTANCY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A venture capital firm in Singapore seeks a motivated professional to gain hands-on experience in venture capital. The role involves supporting the investment team, assisting in investor relations, and driving brand awareness in Japan. Strong proficiency in Japanese and English is required, along with a keen interest in startups. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented and proactive, ready to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in venture capital or startups, especially in Japan is preferred.
• Prior experience in consulting, finance, or corporate development is a plus.
• Excellent research, analytical, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Prior experience in consulting, finance, or corporate development is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support the investment team in market research, deal sourcing, and due diligence.
• Assist in preparing investment memos, reports, and portfolio updates.
• Contribute to investor relations, including drafting communications and presentations for Limited Partners (LPs).
• Coordinate corporate development initiatives and strategic partnerships with Japanese corporations.
• Drive brand awareness and business development activities to strengthen presence in Japan.
• Provide general support for events, meetings, and cross-border initiatives.

Skills

Proficiency in Japanese

Proficiency in English

Research skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Job description

About the hiring company

At TNB Aura, they invest in and help build the future of Southeast Asia, particularly in high-growth markets like Vietnam. They are a thesis-led, high-conviction firm that uses data-driven methodologies to identify and invest in standout Series A and B startups. But they don’t stop there— they become true partners on their journey to uplift the lives of The Next Billion.

(Learn more about us at https://www.tnbaura.vc)

Role Overview

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional to gain hands‑on experience in the venture capital world. You will work closely with our investment and corporate development team, learning the fundamentals of venture investing, investor relations (IR), and strategic initiatives. You will also play a key role in strengthening our brand awareness and expanding our network among Japanese corporations.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the investment team in market research, deal sourcing, and due diligence
• Assist in preparing investment memos, reports, and portfolio updates
• Contribute to investor relations, including drafting communications and presentations for Limited Partners (LPs)
• Coordinate corporate development initiatives and strategic partnerships with Japanese corporations
• Drive brand awareness and business development activities to strengthen our presence in Japan
• Provide general support for events, meetings, and cross-border initiatives between Singapore and Japan

What You’ll Learn

• End‑to‑end exposure to venture capital investment processes
• Insights into IR and corporate development strategies for a leading VC fund
• Practical experience working with Japanese corporations expanding in Southeast Asia

Requirements

• Proficiency in Japanese (native or business level) and English
• Strong interest and experience in venture capital and startups (preferred if in Japan)
• Excellent research, analytical, and communication skills
• Detail‑oriented, proactive, and able to work in a fast‑paced environment
• Prior experience in consulting, finance, or corporate development is a plus