Japan Institutional Sales VP/Director (Bernstein - Japan)

This role forms a critical component of Bernstein’s institutional equities franchise in Japan, serving as the primary interface between the firm and our buy-side clients, including hedge funds, asset managers, sovereign wealth funds and family offices. The primary responsibilities of this position include:

• Develop and maintain high-value relationships with institutional clients, through regular communication including phone calls, in-person meetings and electronic messages.
• Effectively distribute Bernstein’s proprietary research, market insights, trading ideas and corporate access events, with a particular focus on the Japan market.
• Create and deliver tailored investment recommendations utilising Bernstein’s research views, macroeconomic insights and client feedback in a clear and persuasive manner.
• Collaborate closely with Research, Trading and Corporate Access to ensure timely dissemination of ideas, events and execution opportunities.
• Monitor market developments, client activity and the competitive landscape to identify commercial opportunities and provide actionable commentary.
• Support cross selling initiatives of Bernstein / Société Générale’s broader product suite.
• Contribute to the preparation of client presentations, pitch materials and business development initiatives.
• Remain up to date on regulatory changes, compliance best-practices and changing client needs.