Overview
Our client, a Japanese securities firm, is seeking a highly organized and commercially minded Corporate Access Specialist to support and expand their corporate access platform across Japan and Asia. This role will be responsible for developing and delivering bespoke investor-corporate engagement opportunities, managing event execution, and fostering relationships with corporate issuers, institutional investors, and internal stakeholders.
Our client, a Japanese securities firm, is seeking a highly organized and commercially minded Corporate Access Specialist to support and expand their corporate access platform across Japan and Asia. This role will be responsible for developing and delivering bespoke investor-corporate engagement opportunities, managing event execution, and fostering relationships with corporate issuers, institutional investors, and internal stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have excellent project management skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.
Responsibilities
Corporate Access & Event Execution
- Develop and deliver a broad range of corporate access initiatives, including management roadshows, investor marketing trips, non-deal roadshows, conferences, thematic events, group meetings, and company/site visits.
- Partner with corporate issuers and institutional investors to facilitate meaningful engagement opportunities and maximize participation.
- Manage all aspects of event planning and execution, including scheduling, venue sourcing, travel arrangements, attendee coordination, and production of event materials.
- Ensure seamless delivery of events while maintaining a high standard of client service and stakeholder experience.
Stakeholder Management
- Serve as a key liaison between corporate clients, institutional investors, and internal teams.
- Collaborate closely with Sales, Research, Trading, and Compliance teams to identify relevant access opportunities and respond to client demand.
- Handle incoming corporate access requests and coordinate resources to ensure timely and effective execution.
Business Development & Relationship Building
- Support initiatives aimed at strengthening existing client relationships and growing the firm's corporate access offering.
- Identify opportunities to enhance client engagement and increase participation across corporate access activities.
- Contribute ideas to improve event formats, coverage, and overall client experience.
Reporting & Market Intelligence
- Maintain detailed records of meetings, client interactions, event participation, and business development activities.
- Track market developments, investor interests, and competitor trends to support strategic planning.
- Produce internal reports and updates relating to corporate access activity and pipeline management.
Governance & Compliance
- Ensure all corporate access activities are conducted in accordance with regulatory requirements, internal policies, and compliance standards.
- Work closely with Compliance teams to uphold best practices and manage potential conflicts or risks.
Requirements
Experience
- 5+ years of prior experience in Corporate Access, Investor Relations, Corporate Services, Event Management, Travel Coordination, Client Services, or a related field within financial institutions.
- Experience supporting Japanese corporate clients or working extensively with Japanese businesses is highly preferred.
- Proven experience organizing conferences, executive meetings, investor events, roadshows, corporate visits, or similar client-facing programs.
- Experience gained within a Japanese organization would be advantageous.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong relationship management and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a professional client-facing approach.
- Commercially driven mindset with the ability to identify opportunities to add value and enhance client relationships.
- Self-motivated and capable of working independently within a lean and dynamic environment.
- Comfortable collaborating with regional stakeholders across Singapore, Hong Kong, and Japan.
- High attention to detail and strong execution capabilities.
Language Requirements
- Business-level proficiency in both English and Japanese is essential, with the ability to communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders across the region.
Visa sponsorship is not available.
We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Appreciate your understanding.