MUFG 2025 UK Japanese Corporate Banking Analyst Programme

Working as an Analyst in Japanese Corporate Banking Division offers the possibility to observe and experience the whole business development process with Japanese customers located in the UK, from client marketing to credit analysis as well as interaction with support functions like operations.

Applications close on 10 November 2024.  To learn more about our programmes and how to apply, please visit our website: www.mufgcampus.com

Who We Are
We are MUFG. With over 360 years of heritage and more than 120,000 employees in 40 markets, we’ve grown to become one of the top five banks in the world. 

Combining our global network and financial strength with a dedication to becoming the world's most trusted financial group, we pride ourselves on exceeding client expectations and building long-term relationships. We support our clients and protect their interests with the highest levels of professionalism and expertise, while also serving society and fostering a sustainable vision for growth.

We’re looking for ambitious, driven individuals to join our team, and help us to become the world’s most trusted financial group. With graduate schemes and internships available around the world, you will have the opportunity to learn from some of the best experts in the industry.

Our Business Areas 

Our securities business offer a comprehensive product suite to clients around the world through five key business lines in the primary and secondary markets: capital markets, credit, rates, equities, and structured products. 

Our commercial banking arm is a leading corporate lending bank offering an intensive range of services from Project Finance and Syndicated Loans through to Transaction Banking and Asset Finance. 

By joining MUFG, you’ll have the opportunity to enhance your financial expertise and become part of a truly international organisation.

With our global reach and collaborative culture, you have the opportunity to create a brighter future at MUFG

What To Expect

Our 18 month Analyst Programme starts with a comprehensive training programme designed to develop a sound understanding of our product lines, our clients and our business strategies.  

Equipped with newfound knowledge, you’ll start with the desk where you’ll experience what it’s like work within Japanese Corporate Banking and gain hands-on work experience.  

Our Japanese corporate banking business is in a global leading position in commercial banking for Japanese Clients and offers a comprehensive banking product suite from Corporate Finance and Structured Finance through to Transaction Banking.

Your role within the team will be to actively support relationship managers to manage a portfolio of corporate clients and drive business growth with appropriate instruction, guidance and support provided, which includes:

• Prepare business proposals/materials, potentially attend client meetings with relationship managers
• Support to perform regular credit analysis including creating credit applications, borrower ratings, collecting information to monitor credit portfolio
• Support to handle operations while complying with internal procedures 
• Coordinate with relevant divisions (e.g. Operations, Markets, Transaction Banking division, Credit division, etc.) to respond to client’s request, join internal meetings with them

Right from day one, you’ll become an integral member of the team and will be given meaningful work to complete, allowing you to start building your experience and expertise within your chosen field.

As a part of a select intake, you will have the opportunity to learn from some of the best professionals in the industry.  We’re highly team-driven, but you’ll still find plenty of opportunity to shine as an individual. In our open and inclusive environment, senior colleagues will know who you are and will see the work you do.   In addition, your buddy and mentor will make sure you have all the support you need to succeed.  And you’ll enjoy an ongoing commitment to your development as you build a lasting and rewarding career with us.

Join our Team

We look for talented, motivated and ambitious people who will be able to help drive our business forward. Successful candidates will:

• be fluent in both Japanese and English (verbal and written language skills) 
• have a strong interest in financial markets
• have excellent communication skills
• have a structured and logical mindset
• have excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• be innovative and have the ability to generate new and creative ideas
• be in their final year of study or have graduated in the last 12 months