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About the Role

Lead, manage, and develop State Street Investment Management (SSIM) Intermediary business in Japan, providing ETF and Unlisted product solutions. Develop a comprehensive business plan considering market opportunities, resourcing, regulatory, marketing, and product requirements.

Responsibilities

Work with own panel clients, leveraging local market and product expertise to support the advancement and growth of State Street Investment Management from intermediaries in Japan.
Develop the business plan to drive the growth of the Intermediary Channel in Japan in collaboration with the Head of Intermediary – Asia Pacific.
Develop a focused growth plan for each prioritized client segment.
Attract, develop, and retain the required talent for business plan execution.
Lead from the front when executing the business plan for the Intermediary Channel.
Partner with the Product Innovation team to source new product ideas and provide feedback for the product development process, considering client needs.
Define, execute, and monitor marketing strategy for the Intermediary Channel in Japan in partnership with the Head of Intermediary – Asia Pacific and the Asia Pacific Marketing Team.
Serve as a primary point of contact for media regarding the Intermediary Channel in Japan.
Ensure strong local oversight and controls, liaising with Legal, Compliance, Risk, Operations, Audit, Finance, and regulators.
Build a distribution sales culture that promotes urgency and client focus.
Execute country-specific sales and marketing strategies in partnership with the ETF sales strategy team and the Institutional team.
Act as a player-coach, leading key client relationships and managing the local intermediary team.
Directly develop and lead Intermediary Client Relationships in Japan.
Participate in industry associations and meetings to promote State Street and State Street Global Advisors brands, products, and services.
Stay updated on industry and product trends, including competitor analysis, to capitalize on local market opportunities.
Collaborate with local, regional, and global executive management across SSIM and other State Street divisions to build a cohesive strategic client approach.
Build strong relationships with both internal and external clients.
Assume responsibility and take ownership of assigned tasks.

Requirements

Strong strategic sales, marketing, and client management experience for an extended period.
10+ years of client-facing and/or investment experience in the asset management industry.
Confirmed existing relationships with top-tier clients, including C-suite level.
Strong knowledge of local and global ETF structures and the associated ecosystem.
Confirmed ability to successfully develop and execute strategic business and sales plans.
Confirmed experience in leading a team and managing/developing talent.
Confirmed experience in developing solutions-based relationships across multiple products, asset classes, and/or regions.
Degree qualified or equivalent in a financial or analytical discipline preferred.
Holder of the appropriate JFSA Licenses (Type 1).
Strong investment knowledge including ETFs, Segregated Mandates, and ITMs with related technical understanding.
Strong business instincts, good judgment, and a creative mindset.
Advanced communication and client relationship management skills.
Proven ability to provide fresh insights and new approaches based on past experiences, global perspective, and well-articulated facts and reasoning.
Dedication to risk, compliance, governance, and regulation policies and procedures.
Comprehensive asset management market and product knowledge across all SSIM asset classes and product lines.
Analytically minded with strong analytical skills.
Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities to meet deadlines.
Willingness to roll up sleeves and navigate complexity.
Excellent timekeeping and adherence to deadlines.

Skills

Strategic sales
Marketing
Client management
ETF structures
Team leadership
Talent development
Investment knowledge
Communication skills
Client relationship management
Analytical skills
Risk management
Compliance
Governance
Regulation
Asset management market knowledge
Product knowledge

Location

Japan

Work Type

Full-time

Experience Level

10+ years

Education Level

Degree qualified or equivalent in a financial or analytical discipline preferred
Appropriate JFSA Licenses (Type 1)

Benefits

Competitive and comprehensive benefits packages
Generous medical care
Insurance plans
Savings plans
Flexible Work Program
Development programs
Educational support
Inclusive development opportunities
Flexible work-life support
Paid volunteer days
Vibrant employee networks
Matching gift program

About the Company

State Street Investment Management (SSIM) is the asset management arm of State Street Corporation, serving governments, institutions, and financial advisors for over four decades.
SSIM employs a rigorous, risk-aware approach built on research, analysis, and market-tested experience, creating cost-effective solutions from a breadth of active and index strategies.
SSIM is a pioneer in index, ETF, and ESG investing, constantly inventing new ways to invest.
SSIM is one of the world's largest asset managers with trillions of dollars under its care.
State Street helps institutional investors manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability.
State Street is committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential.
State Street offers inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks.

Equal Opportunity

State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.