This role is responsible for developing and executing growth initiatives, including new businesses, acquisitions, investments and optimization initiatives across the Americas business, with a focus on the Americas Corporate and Investment Bank (CIB). The team works closely with executive management, as well as with a wide range of local and global stakeholder groups to drive high impact results for the firm.

Corporate Development & Strategy provides several key functions with Mizuho Americas:

• Strategy (Firm-wide & Business Specific)

• Mergers & Acquisitions

• Digital Innovation

• Principal Investments

• Corporate Change Initiatives

• Executive Office Support

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the development, planning and execution of the firm’s highest priorities and strategic initiatives across businesses and corporate functions

• Partner with Banking coverage and product teams to identify new businesses or products for growth and formulate presentation materials for senior management

• Source and evaluate inorganic opportunities

• Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders groups across the firm

• Engage in external strategic relationships to promote firm priorities

• Hone problem solving, modeling, communication and leadership skills

• Perform and maintain competitor/industry research, along with regular reporting for executive management and business heads

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree (finance, business or accounting preferable)

• 3+ years of experience from either a management consulting firm or financial services firm in strategy or client-facing roles

• Understanding of Corporate and Investment Bank products and services with special focus on Banking coverage and product groups

• Demonstrated problem-solving skills; ability to analyze qualitative and quantitative data and develop actionable insights

• Strong communication, presentation, written and organizational skills, including the ability to formulate complex or ambiguous data into compelling narratives

• Ability to interact with colleagues at all levels in a peer-like way and to drive achievement of goals without direct control over resources

• Enjoys working as a team player, accepting substantial individual responsibility and proactively creating value for the team

• Excellent skills in MS Excel and PowerPoint tool

The expected base salary ranges from $130,000 - $150,000. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

In accordance with New York City law, employees based in Mizuho’s New York City office are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 to work on-site (unless a legally-required accommodation has been approved). Mizuho has in place a pilot remote working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory obligations.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Mizuho Americas is a leading financial institution comprising several legal entities, which together offer clients corporate and investment banking, financing, securities, treasury services, asset management, research and more. Mizuho’s operations in the Americas connect a broad client base of major corporations, financial institutions and public sector groups to local markets and a vast global network. Mizuho Americas is an integral part of the Japan-based Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. (NYSE: MFG), which is comprised of offices in nearly 40 countries, approximately 60,000 employees, and assets of more than USD 1.8 trillion. Learn more at mizuhoamericas.com.

Mizuho Bank Ltd. offers a competitive total rewards package.

We are an EEO/AA Employer -M/F/Disability/Veteran.

We participate in the E-Verify program.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

We are a leading global bank, with one of the largest customer bases in Japan, and a global network of financial and business centers. We continue to pride ourselves on our "customer first" principle as a centerpiece in servicing both our individual and corporate customers, with the goal of becoming their most trusted bank.