COMPANY INTRODUCTION
Alton Aviation Consultancy is a specialized management consulting firm focused on the aviation sector. As an independent advisory firm with no joint ventures, affiliations, or other business affiliations, we pride ourselves on offering our clients independent, objective counsel. Our global client base includes, among others, major private equity/institutional investors in aviation, airlines, airports, and aerospace manufacturers. At Alton, our purpose is to deliver to our clients the objective, data-driven guidance and insight required to inform business strategies, allocate capital, prioritize resources, and manage risk. We are looking for bright and talented minds to join our team in Tokyo, Japan.
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
Who We Are:
Alton delivers cutting-edge advisory services that help our aviation and aerospace sector clients conquer challenges and grow. We are a global team of seasoned management consultants and executives focused on the aviation industry who are renowned for thought leadership, quantitative analytics, and innovative solution development. Equipped with an unrivalled understanding of the global aviation value chain - including airlines, aviation finance, aerospace, MRO and aftermarket, airports, mobility, and technology - Alton is at the forefront of helping industry players navigate the ever-changing global aviation market and make strategic decisions that yield long-term value.
With respect to culture, Alton works collaboratively across offices as one global team, embracing a client-centric focus. We promote responsibility and accountability, with team members working to the highest standards given a shared sense of pride and purpose in meaningful work. Our organization is lean and flat, and we are committed to an open and transparent environment where learning thrives, and new ideas and perspectives are welcomed. Alton is keen to help team members develop their skills, expand their knowledge, and grow to be future leaders within the firm.
Our team members are supported with highly competitive compensation commensurate with the firm’s performance and individual contributions, and a full suite of comprehensive benefits. Social responsibility has been core to our business values since Alton’s founding, and we formalized our commitment to donating a portion of our revenue and time via the Pledge 1% corporate philanthropy movement. Please visit our careers page to learn more at, https://altonaviation.com/careers.
Job Overview:
Associates and Senior Associates are responsible for the day-to-day analytical work and solution-crafting within our team. Throughout your work with us, you will be working closely in tight-knit teams with Alton’s principals to apply commercial expertise and rigorous analysis to solving real-world problems facing aviation industry players. From day one, you will participate in tasks such as market research, data analysis, and building strategic recommendation reports. You will take part in exciting projects and have a direct stake in helping Alton’s aviation-sector clients. Your job responsibilities will grow as you continuously hone your skillset, including use of business analytics and presentation skills to help deliver value to Alton’s clients on a daily basis.
Job Responsibilities:
- Work as a member of a consulting team on client engagements to gather, analyze, and interpret data in support of hypothesis testing and solution development
- Conduct market research, perform both quantitative and qualitative analyses (including financial model development), and author presentations and reports
- Contribute to the growth of the company in an entrepreneurial environment and support the development of company intellectual property
QUALIFICATIONS
Educational Background:
Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a quantitative, problem solving, or critical reasoning discipline (e.g., finance, mathematics, engineering, statistics, philosophy, etc.) with demonstrated strong academic performance from a top educational institution.
Qualities:
- Strong interest in and passion for the aviation industry
- Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills
- High level of motivation and drive for excellence
- High level of focus on work quality and attention to detail
- Comprehension of finance fundamentals and strong analytical skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, particularly Microsoft Excel
- Ability to perform under pressure and within tight deadlines
- Desire to work in a multicultural, diverse, and team-oriented environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and Japanese; other foreign language capabilities are a positive
Work Experience:
Associates should have participated in a previous business-related internship, offering skills transferable to the Associate role with Alton.
Senior Associates should have 2-5 years of aviation/aerospace industry working experience and/or relevant consultancy work experience. Candidates will also be considered with a strong background from other industries/positions offering relevant transferable skills (e.g., investment banking, management consulting).
Travel:
Some domestic and/or international travel may be associated with selected engagements.
HOW TO APPLY
Job Location:
Tokyo, Japan
Application Process:
You must submit your resume and cover letter (in English) through our application portal on our website to be considered.
For those who wish, we will hold a company briefing session for a small group online or at our Shinagawa office. If you would like to participate, please send an email to
[email protected] requesting it.
Applying through our website:
- Please visit our careers portal here: https://altonaviation.com/careers/
- Select the office you are interested in applying to and the position you are applying to (please only apply to one Alton job posting)
- Attach resume and cover letter, as well as your contact information
- Once you have completed the above, click “Submit” to complete your application
