Client Solutions Professional, Tokyo

Location: 

Tokyo, JP

We are one of the largest global private markets investment managers, serving over 800 institutional investors worldwide. We have USD 152 billion in assets under management and more than 1800 professionals across 21 offices worldwide. Partners Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to cultural diversity.


What it's about

We are one of the largest global private markets investment managers, serving over 800 institutional investors worldwide. We have USD 152 billion in assets under management and more than 1800 professionals across 21 offices worldwide. Partners Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to cultural diversity.  Partners Group has been a leading innovator of client solutions for the Private Wealth segment. The firm has been a pioneer of private markets programs with liquidity features since 2001 and has established long-term relationships with distribution partners globally. With over USD 30 billion in assets under management today, Partners Group Private Wealth offers a wide range of vehicles that enable private investors to access private markets returns. The solutions the firm manages for Private Wealth clients and counterparties range from open-ended evergreen funds, traditional closed ended funds, as well as customized solutions.

What it's about: 
In this position you will be part of the Private Wealth Client Solutions team, based in the Tokyo office, of Partners Group. As a Client Solutions Professional, you will be responsible for supporting the build out of new distribution partnerships as well as maintaining and growing existing relationships.  This role demands a high degree of collaboration across teams both in Japan and globally.  Your key responsibilities will include:

•    Support the team to develop and manage relationships with existing and new Private Wealth partners such as global/regional/local banks and asset managers across relevant stakeholders
•    Assist in strategic distribution projects and product initiatives, coordinating day-to-day interactions across open-ended and closed-ended funds, including wholesale activities such as study sessions to advisors.
•    Creating tailored, persuasive and high-quality marketing materials and responses to client requests, assisting with queries, and performance updates, including translations of English materials into Japanese
•    Map out the investor landscape, plan and undertake regular cold call campaigns
•    Develop proficiency to assist with queries about the full range of Partners Group's solutions to partner organizations including operational and regulatory features of a product/project
•    Working closely with Partners Group's private wealth teams across a number of areas including portfolio solutions, structuring and marketing.
•    Become proficient in private markets and Partners Group's platform, products and investment strategies across asset classes
•    Research key competitors' offerings and know how to assist in positioning Partners Group's solutions
•    Be involved in client onboarding, including CDD and KYC
•    Provide support to the Japan institutional client business where required

 

What we expect

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate a strong interest in building a career within the private wealth/private equity industry, preferably have 3+ years of relevant experience. For this position we are looking for someone who works well in a very entrepreneurial organization and someone who possesses strong networking & organization skills.
The successful candidate should have the following profile:

•    Bachelor's degree (MBA, Master's and/or CFA beneficial) with strong academic background in finance, accounting, economics or a relevant discipline
•    3+ years of relevant work experience (preferably in asset management industry) in business development, consulting, sales & marketing, relationship management
•    Ability to demonstrate passion for private markets/private wealth, entrepreneurship, and collaboration through relevant work experience
•    Familiarity with alternatives with a focus on open-ended evergreen funds, mutual funds and close-ended products would be a distinct advantage
•    Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint
•    Strong relationship management skills
•    Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills with the ability to effectively communicate in a polished, professional manner
•    Attention to detail, extremely organized, and commitment to excellence. Able to problem solve with a client-focused mindset
•    Responsive and willing to work to tight deadlines in a challenging environment
•    Proficiency in business English – both written and verbal
•    Native Japanese speaker 

 


 

What we offer

Partners Group is a global financial institution that retains the culture, pace and agility of a start-up. As a growing firm, we are committed to attracting, developing and retaining the very best talent, by offering a workplace where results are truly recognized and rewarded.  

  • We offer you a fantastic opportunity for you to grow:
  • Professional, international working environment
  • Challenging, rewarding career within a growing company
  • Collaborative environment, with on-the-job training and mentorship opportunities
  • 25 vacation days
  • One-month sabbatical after every five years of service
  • Lunch stipend
  • Fun office and team events, including volunteer opportunities to connect with and help our local communities

 

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