Job Responsibility

As part of our preparations for an Initial Public Offering (IPO), we are looking to hire an IR (Investor Relations) Manager who will play a key role in building a healthy and strategic relationship with the capital markets.

This position involves close collaboration with executive management and leadership in investor and analyst communications, as well as disclosure strategy.

• Plan and execute communications with shareholders and investors (primarily domestic and international institutional and retail investors)
• Support the development of an IR framework in preparation for IPO
• Prepare and manage disclosure documents (e.g., quarterly/annual earnings materials, timely disclosures)
• Plan and conduct investor briefings (including earnings calls and one-on-one meetings)
• Develop strategic IR materials based on competitor analysis, market research, and industry trends
• Coordinate timely disclosures in collaboration with internal departments
• Manage IR-related content on the corporate website

Required Skills

• 3+ years of practical experience in IR, corporate planning, or finance at a listed or pre-IPO company, or equivalent experience at a securities firm or audit firm
• Strong ability to read and prepare financial statements and disclosure documents
• Excellent communication skills to work closely with executives and cross-functional teams
• Basic understanding of IPO preparation
• Business-level fluency in both English and Japanese
• Understanding of financial modeling and valuation

Nice-to-have Skills

• Direct involvement in the IPO process
• Experience in external communications at securities firms, IR consulting firms, audit firms, etc.
• English communication skills, including drafting English IR materials and engaging with overseas investors
• Experience in IR or FP&A within financial institutions, crypto asset firms, Fintech, or SaaS industries

Compensation

JPY 10M–14M (depending on experience and skills)

• Monthly salary = Annual salary ÷ 12
• Monthly salary includes fixed overtime pay: 45 hours per month calculated as Hourly wage × 1.25 × 45
• Base salary = Monthly salary – Fixed overtime pay
• Overtime beyond the fixed 45 hours, as well as late-night or holiday work, will be paid separately per legal requirements
• Additional allowances (e.g., commuting, remote work) are provided separately
• Performance-based bonuses available

Ideal Traits

A Team of Responsible Professionals As of November 2024, bitFlyer supports the trading of customer assets exceeding one trillion yen across our Japan, US, and EU locations. Developing reliable systems in such a dynamic market is both highly challenging and rewarding.

We aim to be a team of professionals who can shoulder this critical responsibility. Let’s shape the next generation of finance together. - Strong commitment to compliance - Empathy with bitFlyer's MVV (Mission, Vision, Values) - Passionate and sincere attitude - Agility and adaptability to change - Logical and effective communication skills - Strong problem-setting, solving, and execution capabilities

Job Location

・Head Office in Tokyo (Midtown Tower 30F, 9-7-1 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo) 　Direct access from Roppongi Station 　3-min walk from Nogizaka Station 　10-min walk from Roppongi-itchome Station ・Work In the Office is currently recommended

Allowances・Benefits

・Commutation Allowance ・Social insurances (health insurance, welfare annuity insurance, employment insurance, industrial accident compensation insurance) ・Book purchase support ・Free drinks, snacks, noodles, cut fruits, and Office massage

Holidays

・Saturdays, Sundays, Japanese public holidays ・Annual leaves ・Year-end and New Year holiday ・Congratulatory and condolence leave, maternity leave, childcare leave, birthday leave, etc.

About Us

Founded in 2014, bitFlyer, Inc. operates with the mission: “Simplify the World with Blockchain.” Together with our group companies—bitFlyer USA, Inc. and bitFlyer EUROPE S.A.—we have expanded our crypto asset trading business globally. With the continued support of our customers, we’ve earned the No.1 ranking in customer satisfaction. As a licensed Crypto Asset Exchange Service Provider and Type I Financial Instruments Business Operator, we are constantly enhancing and expanding our services. Our goal is to become a highly liquid and reliable crypto asset exchange that delivers value to as many users as possible. Our founder, Yuzo Kano, has been appointed CEO of bitFlyer Holdings, Inc., and also serves as the Representative Director of both bitFlyer, Inc. and bitFlyer Blockchain, Inc. This leadership structure is designed to strengthen alignment across the group and marks a new chapter for bitFlyer. Moving forward, we remain committed to strict regulatory compliance and robust governance. As a group, we’re ta

Diversity

bitFlyer brings together high-performing individuals from a wide range of backgrounds—regardless of age, gender, or nationality. Our team includes professionals from global investment banks and securities firms, Japanese securities companies, megabanks, the Big Four accounting firms, strategy and general consulting firms, international and domestic IT companies, and Japanese startups. On the engineering side, we have members who have competed in world-class programming competitions, and over 30% of our engineers come from outside Japan. English is spoken regularly in discussions throughout the company, creating a truly diverse and global working environment.

Office Environment

bitFlyer’s headquarters is located in Tokyo Midtown, a landmark in the heart of Roppongi. Beyond the unbeatable location, our office is thoughtfully designed to support everyone in doing their best work. Whether you’re an engineer, part of the corporate team, or in a back-office role, you’ll be equipped with a high-performance PC and a large-screen monitor. We also provide ergonomic chairs selected through an employee vote to ensure comfort throughout the day. Need a specific keyboard, pen tablet, or software to do your job better? We’re more than happy to accommodate individual preferences so you can work at your full potential.