Relationship Manager - Bilingual Japanese

A global financial institution is seeking an Assistant Vice President to join its Corporate Banking team, focusing on relationship management for Japanese corporate clients operating in the Americas. This role supports the delivery of credit, treasury, and advisory solutions while ensuring strong client engagement, disciplined risk management, and seamless coordination across internal stakeholders.

Client Details

Global financial institution.

Description

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of Japanese corporate clients, serving as a primary point of contact for banking needs across credit, lending, treasury, and capital markets products.
• Develop a deep understanding of client business models, financial performance, strategic priorities, and cross-border requirements.
• Lead the preparation of credit proposals, annual reviews, and ongoing portfolio monitoring in partnership with Credit Risk and Product teams.
• Identify opportunities to expand wallet share through cross-sell of lending, deposits, FX, trade finance, cash management, and other corporate banking solutions.
• Coordinate with internal teams in New York, Tokyo, and other global offices to ensure consistent client coverage and execution.
• Monitor industry trends, regulatory developments, and market conditions relevant to Japanese corporates.
• Maintain high standards of compliance, documentation quality, and operational controls.
• Support senior bankers with client strategy, pipeline development, and deal execution.
• Participate in client meetings, prepare briefing materials, and contribute to relationship planning.

Profile

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, or related field.
• 4-7 years of experience in corporate banking, credit underwriting, or relationship management within a financial institution.
• Strong understanding of corporate credit analysis, financial statements, and risk frameworks.
• Familiarity with Japanese corporate structures, business practices, and cross-border banking needs.
• Japanese language skills (business-level or higher) strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and internal banking systems

Job Offer

• $120,000 - $130,000 base salary

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