Japanese Speaking - Metals Sales Executive

Marlin Selection Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commodities trading firm in London is seeking a Japanese-speaking Metals Sales Executive to develop relationships with Japanese clients in the metals sector. The role demands a fluent speaker of Japanese and English, with 2–5 years of sales experience. Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses are offered, along with clear career progression in a high-performing environment.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Performance-based bonus structure

Clear career progression

Qualifications

• Fluent in Japanese (spoken and written) and English.
• Minimum 2–5 years of experience in metals sales or related financial services role.
• Proven track record of building and maintaining client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with Japanese clients.
• Identify and originate new business opportunities within the metals sector.
• Work closely with the LME trading desk to provide market insight.

Skills

Fluent in Japanese

Client relationship management

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Job description

Overview

Japanese Speaking - Metals Sales Executive. We are a leading commodities trading firm based in London, with a strong global presence and a reputation for excellence in financial trading, broking and market making across multiple LME commodities. Our LME team is expanding, and we are seeking a dynamic, driven, and commercially-minded Japanese-speaking Metals Sales Executive to join our desk. This is a front-office sales role focused on developing and managing relationships with Japanese clients, both existing and new, across the base metals space. The successful candidate will work closely with traders and operations to offer tailored solutions and structured products, helping grow our client base and increase revenue from the Japanese market.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with Japanese clients, including industrial consumers, producers, and financial institutions.
• Identify and originate new business opportunities within the metals sector, particularly those traded on the LME.
• Work closely with the LME trading desk to provide market insight, execute client orders, and structure bespoke solutions.
• Attend client meetings, industry events, and international travel as required.
• Coordinate with internal teams (trading, risk, operations) to ensure smooth deal execution and client satisfaction.
• Monitor market trends and provide regular updates and analysis to clients.
• Assist in the translation of marketing materials and communications for Japanese-speaking clients.

Requirements

• Fluent in Japanese (spoken and written) and English.
• Minimum 2–5 years of experience in metals sales, or related financial services role.
• Proven track record of building and maintaining client relationships.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Self-starter with a commercial mindset and strong work ethic.
• London-based or willing to relocate.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Opportunity to be part of a high-performing and entrepreneurial team.
• Exposure to global markets and international client base.
• Clear career progression within a growing firm.