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Who are we?
We are not your typical financial institution—it’s our people who set us apart. At Mizuho, every individual is valued for their differences, not in spite of them. We take pride in a culture driven by purpose, passion and compassion. Mizuho combines the stability of an international industry leader with the career momentum of a growing business. Our measured, strategic growth offers colleagues at all levels greater responsibility and a more enriching experience than what’s typically found at either a boutique firm or a global giant alone. Working for Mizuho offers more than just a fulfilling career with excellent prospects—it’s an opportunity to build lasting relationships with colleagues from diverse backgrounds. The local expertise of our people fuels our global strength. By working alongside professionals and clients who share your ambition, you’ll expand both your impact and your knowledge at one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing banks.
What is the opportunity?
As a member of the Planning team, you’ll be responsible for developing and supporting business promotion strategies to maximise performance. This role involves close collaboration with client coverage teams and cross-functional departments to create business plans, analyse key performance indicators, and lead initiatives informed by market trends and customer needs.
What will you be doing?
- Formulating and implementing business plans and strategies in partnership with senior management
- Supporting the development and execution of business strategies and annual planning
- Designing, monitoring, and analysing key sales KGIs, KPIs and KAIs
- Conducting competitive analysis and identifying client needs
- Supporting the rollout of new product and service initiatives
- Collaborating with client coverage teams to identify areas for improvement and implement solutions
- Coordinating with marketing, product development, and other relevant departments
- Preparing presentations and business strategy reports for internal and external stakeholders
- Managing and tracking KPIs and other performance metrics for JBE (including P/L, RWA, and headcount) and reporting to senior management
- Assisting in resource planning, including headcount, budgeting and target setting
- Coordinating seminars and various events
- Supporting other ad hoc activities as requested by the Head of Planning
What do you need to succeed?
- Bachelor’s degree
- Fluency in both Japanese and English
- 3+ years of experience in the financial industry (preferably banking)
- Experience in business planning, business promotion or consulting
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Project management experience
- Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI)
- Proactive and able to lead initiatives independently
- A balance of strategic thinking and practical business acumen
- Ability to identify issues and propose effective solutions
- Strong presentation skills
- Excellent coordination and organisational abilities
- Proficiency in data management and analysis
What Mizuho Can Offer You
Here at Mizuho, there are fantastic progression opportunities and clear paths to promotion. We will give you ample opportunity to affect change and to help grow our business.
In addition to the great opportunity outlined above we are also currently able to offer:
- Competitive starting salary, plus discretionary bonus
- Non-contributory pension
- 27 days’ annual leave
- Core working hours*
- Hybrid working - office and home based*
- Virtual GP
- Wellbeing benefits, including Mental Health Allies and First Aiders
- For applicable roles only
At Mizuho, we embrace flexible ways of working when the role permits. We offer different working arrangements like part-time, job-sharing and hybrid (office and home) working. Our purpose-led culture and global infrastructure help us connect, collaborate, and work together in agile ways to meet all our business needs.
At Mizuho we are committed to supporting equality, diversity and equality, and seek to create a workplace that is fully inclusive. We welcome applications from all sections of the community that we operate in and from all ethnic backgrounds, sexual orientation, beliefs, gender identities and disabilities
If you require more information about our equal opportunities policy or wish to discuss any accessibility requirements or reasonable adjustments please contact the recruitment team – [email protected] and we will be happy to help. 
