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BlackRock’s PFS business in Japan is seeking a seasoned Director-level professional to lead a team of product specialists and drive business growth across private and liquid credit products within the global PFS offering. This role requires a strategic, commercial mindset and the ability to act as a key partner to stakeholders, facilitating strong connectivity between clients, prospects, investment teams, and distribution channels.
Job Responsibility:
Partner with client businesses and key stakeholders to promote BlackRock’s global credit products in Japan, driving significant growth in revenues from Japanese clients
Respond promptly to client requests and queries, supporting complex and in-depth due diligence processes
Lead the design of tailored credit products that meet the requirements of large Japanese institutional clients, balancing commercial opportunities with costs and complexity
Define and position BlackRock’s competitive advantage in credit by understanding industry dynamics and growth drivers
Collaborate with client businesses to raise the profile of BlackRock’s credit capabilities in Japan
Represent the product and portfolio manager at product pitches, review meetings, market updates, and ad hoc portfolio-related meetings
Liaise and collaborate with credit portfolio management and strategy teams based in New York and London
Partner with colleagues across APAC to support marketing and client service efforts for PFS throughout the region
Requirements:
Strong understanding and background in the credit asset class, preferably from a product specialist or investment role
Deep expertise in private credit, with the ability to communicate detailed investment content and market dynamics to clients, prospects, and distribution teams
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills to communicate sophisticated concepts and ideas in English and Japanese
Knowledge of institutions, business customs, and regulatory frameworks across Japan
Proven track record of understanding the needs of strategic Japanese clients
Strong presentation skills and ability to deliver pertinent facts concisely
Solid interpersonal skills and ability to quickly form meaningful working partnerships
Strong organizational and project management skills
able to function effectively in an unstructured, fast-paced environment while managing multiple complex projects simultaneously
Experience in product development and structuring, focusing on commingled and single-investor private fund structures, including legal and tax considerations, investor, and operational support models
Experience establishing and growing relationships with Asia-based clients
Ability to develop strong, trusting relationships with internal and external clients swiftly and effectively
Results-driven, with high attention to detail
Strong cross-functional team building and management skills (e.g., partnering with distribution channels, marketing, product administration, legal, and compliance)
Leadership skills: ability to influence and inspire, while working collaboratively within a team culture