Join a leading global Corporate & Investment Bank as a Vice President, Financial Institutions Group (FIG) Relationship Manager in Tokyo.
In this highly visible client-facing role, you will manage strategic relationships with some of Japan's most influential financial institutions, including banks, insurance companies, securities firms, and asset management companies. Leveraging a global banking platform, you will deliver tailored solutions across Capital Markets, Transaction Banking, Corporate Finance, Foreign Exchange, and Risk Management while driving new business growth and deepening client partnerships.
This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced banker seeking exposure to senior decision-makers, complex cross-border transactions, and a broad suite of global banking products.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage and expand relationships with banks, insurance companies, securities firms, asset managers, and other financial institutions in Japan.
- Develop and execute strategic client coverage plans to strengthen relationships and increase revenue opportunities.
- Originate new business across financing, capital markets, transaction banking, foreign exchange, and risk management solutions.
- Partner with product specialists and international banking teams to deliver integrated client solutions.
- Engage with C-suite executives and senior stakeholders to identify strategic business opportunities.
- Monitor market trends, industry developments, and client activity to proactively identify growth opportunities.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams to execute complex domestic and cross-border transactions.
- Maintain a deep understanding of client needs and evolving market conditions.
- Support long-term relationship development and client retention strategies.
- Ensure effective risk management and compliance with internal governance standards.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Experience:
- Minimum 8 years of experience in Corporate Banking, Global Banking, Financial Institutions Coverage, or a related client-facing banking role.
- Proven experience covering financial institutions including banks, insurers, securities firms, and asset managers.
- Strong track record of business origination, revenue generation, and relationship management.
- Deep understanding of financing solutions, capital markets, transaction banking, foreign exchange, and risk management products.
- Experience working within international banking environments and collaborating across global teams.
- Strong knowledge of credit analysis, financial statement assessment, and client risk management.
- Experience managing senior-level client relationships within the financial services sector.
Soft Skills:
- Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.
- Strong communication and presentation capabilities.
- Commercially minded with strong business development skills.
- Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborative and team-oriented mindset.
- Strong influencing and negotiation skills.
Language Requirements:
- Japanese: Native level.
- English: Fluent / Business level.
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
- Experience covering banks, insurance companies, securities firms, or asset managers.
- Knowledge of Capital Markets, Global Markets, Securities Services, or Transaction Banking products.
- Experience working on cross-border transactions and international client initiatives.
- Strong understanding of the Financial Institutions sector in Japan.
- Experience collaborating with regional and global stakeholders.
About the Company
Our client is a globally recognized Corporate & Investment Bank with a market-leading Financial Institutions franchise.
The bank provides financing, capital markets, transaction banking, and risk management solutions to financial institutions across Japan and international markets. With a strong global network and a reputation for delivering innovative solutions, the organization offers employees exposure to sophisticated transactions and long-term career growth opportunities.
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Work with some of Japan's leading banks, insurers, securities firms, and asset managers.
- Join a globally respected banking platform with strong market presence.
- Gain exposure to Capital Markets, Transaction Banking, Financing, and Risk Management solutions.
- Collaborate with international teams and senior stakeholders across multiple regions.
- Build relationships with C-suite executives and key industry decision-makers.
- Benefit from a highly collaborative and international corporate culture.
- Access extensive global resources, products, and client networks.
- Competitive compensation and strong career advancement opportunities.
- Exposure to complex domestic and cross-border banking transactions.
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