Salesperson – Japan Desk

Crédit Agricole CIB; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading corporate and investment bank in Greater London is seeking a dynamic sales professional to join their GMD - Macro Rates team. The candidate will manage Yen rates business for non-Japanese investors while also developing non-Yen GMD Flow products for Japanese financial institutions in Europe. The ideal candidate must be fluent in both Japanese and English, with strong client relationships, and experience in both Yen and Non-Yen Flow Rates Sales. This role offers an opportunity in a dynamic work environment committed to sustainability and corporate responsibility.

Benefits

Dynamic and collaborative work environment

Commitment to sustainability

Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Qualifications

• Strong client relationships with Japanese and Non-Japanese clients in relevant product space.
• Experience in Non-Yen and Yen Flow Rates Sales.
• Extensive market knowledge and good understanding of rates products.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategy to maximize distribution of flow rates products.
• Establish coverage of Japanese institutions and leverage relationships.
• Originating transactions from clients and coordinating execution.

Skills

Fluent in Japanese

Fluent in English

Client relationship management

Understanding of rates products

IT literacy

Motivated

Creative

Team-oriented

Education

Bachelor Degree/BSc or equivalent

Degree in a mathematical subject or finance

Job description

Job summary

We are seeking a dynamic sales professional to join our GMD - Macro Rates team. Candidate will be responsible for Yen rates business with non-Japanese investors (HF’s) based in Europe. In addition, candidate will also be required to develop non-Yen GMD Flow products for Japanese financial institutions covering European time zones.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a strategy to maximize the distribution of flow rates products with target client base, within the context of CACIBs capabilities and consistent with the overall strategy of the team and bank.
• Establish high quality coverage of Japanese institutions in addition to leveraging on candidates own/bank’s existing relationships with non-Japanese investors, for developing the distribution of Yen product.
• Multi product focus among GMD Product Lines (including USD, EUR and JPY), EGB, SSA, IRS, XCCY Swap, inflation and GRI.
• Contribute to the 24 hours global execution platform for Non-Yen flow business with Japanese clients.
• Originate transactions from clients and co-ordinate the efficient execution with the trading desk.
• Execute the placement of transactions in accordance with established risk management procedures and risk parameters.
• Contribute to the formulation of marketing strategies. Active contribution to strategy/business updates.
• Be aware of all economic and financial data likely to affect the products being marketed.
• Develop knowledge of client needs and co-ordinate the Bank’s efforts to service customer based on these.
• Planning and organization of client visits and meetings.
• Liaise with Relationship Managers / Senior Bankers regarding marketing opportunities.
• Coordinate with other sales teams for any potential business opportunity.
• Aim to meet individual objectives and targets and contribute to overall team and product line budget.

Supplementary Information

Join our team at Crédit Agricole CIB, the corporate and investment banking arm of 10th largest banking group worldwide in terms of balance sheet size (The Banker, July 2025). We offer more than just a job.

You will be part of a dynamic and collaborative work environment where CSR is embraced in our day- to- day business operation, innovation is encouraged and diversity is celebrated.

Crédit Agricole CIB, the first French bank to have committed to the Equator Principles, is a pioneer and global leader in sustainable finance. Our commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility means that your work will have a positive impact on our communities and the environment.

With a people- centric culture where everyone is valued and opportunities for personal and professional growth, Crédit Agricole CIB is not just a place to work – it is where you make an impact.

Our hiring process is open to all and should you have any particular needs or you may require adjustments, please let us know.

Location

Europe, United Kingdom - London

Requirements

Bachelor Degree / BSc Degree or equivalent

Fluent, both written and verbal, in Japanese and English

Strong client relationship with Japanese and Non- Japanese clients who are active in relevant product space

UK FCA – CF30

Degree preferably in a mathematical subject or related to finance or financial operations

Experience both in Non-Yen Flow Rates Sales and Yen Flow Rates Sales

Motivated, Creative, Team Oriented

IT literate

Good understanding of the rates product

Extensive market knowledge

Languages

Japanese, English

Entity

Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank (Crédit Agricole CIB) is the corporate and investment banking arm of Crédit Agricole Group, the 10th largest banking group worldwide in terms of balance sheet size (The Banker, July 2022). With 8,600 employees in more than 30 countries, the bank offers a range of products and services in capital market activities, investment banking, structured finance, commercial banking and international trade. The Bank is a pioneer in climate finance and is a market leader in this segment. We are a Group committed to diversity and inclusion, putting people at the heart of our transformations. All our positions are open to people with disabilities.