Citi is seeking an Equity Trader at Assistant Vice President to Vice President level in Tokyo. The role typically requires strong experience trading Japanese or regional equities, knowledge of market structure, execution strategies, electronic trading, and risk controls. Candidates should be comfortable working with sales, research, portfolio managers, technology, operations, and global trading teams. Professional fluency in Japanese and English is generally expected, along with strong numerical, analytical, communication, and decision-making skills. The successful candidate will execute client and proprietary orders efficiently, manage trading and market risks, monitor liquidity and regulatory requirements, develop client relationships, and contribute to business growth. Experience with algorithmic trading, derivatives, or electronic execution would be advantageous.
Citi is a major global financial institution providing banking, capital markets, securities, wealth management, and transaction services to corporations, governments, institutional investors, and individuals. Headquartered in New York, the company operates across numerous countries and has a substantial presence in Japan. Citi’s Markets business supports clients with equities, fixed income, foreign exchange, commodities, derivatives, and financing solutions. Its Tokyo operations serve Japanese and international clients, connecting them with global markets and investment opportunities. The firm emphasizes innovation, electronic trading, responsible risk management, regulatory compliance, and collaboration across international teams. Employees typically work in a highly structured, performance-focused environment where market knowledge, client service, integrity, and teamwork are important. Compensation for markets roles commonly combines a competitive fixed salary with performance-related bonuses and benefits.
Japan offers opportunities in finance, technology, manufacturing, consulting, education, tourism, and international business, with Tokyo serving as the main center for banking and markets careers. Workplace culture values punctuality, preparation, respect, hierarchy, and consensus, although global firms often have more international practices. Japan provides excellent public transport, healthcare, safety, food, and cultural experiences, but Tokyo housing and daily expenses can be high. Regional cities may offer a quieter and less expensive lifestyle. Foreign professionals generally need an employer-sponsored work visa, with the Highly Skilled Professional visa available to qualifying candidates. Employers usually support the application, while applicants provide education, experience, passport, and employment documentation. Learning Japanese is valuable for networking and daily life, even when English is used professionally. Relocating may also involve residence registration, health insurance, tax procedures, and securing accommodation.
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