Japanese Speaking - Metals Sales Executive

Marlin Selection Ltd; London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading commodities trading firm in London is seeking a Japanese-speaking Metals Sales Executive. This front-office role involves developing and managing relationships with Japanese clients, providing market insights, and driving revenue growth in the metals sector. The position offers competitive salary and career progression opportunities within a high-performing team.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Performance-based bonus

Clear career progression

Exposure to global markets

High-performing team environment

Qualifications

• Fluent in Japanese and English.
• 2–5 years of experience in metals sales or financial services.
• Proven client relationship building skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain relationships with Japanese clients.
• Identify new business opportunities in metals sector.
• Work closely with the LME trading desk.

Skills

Negotiation

Client Relationship Management

Market Insight

Communication

Job description

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 and financial trading, broking and market making across multiple LME commodities. Our LME (London Metal Exchange) team is expanding, and we are seeking a dynamic, driven, and commercially-minded Japanese-speaking Metal 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.

• 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.

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