A leading global investment bank is seeking an experienced Head of Execution Services Japan to lead and expand its execution services business within the Japanese market.

This senior leadership position offers the opportunity to oversee execution services strategy, strengthen relationships with institutional investors, and drive business growth across Japan's highly competitive equities market. You will work closely with Sales Trading, Electronic Trading, Research, Prime Services, and Global Markets teams to deliver best-in-class execution solutions to clients.

As a key member of the front-office leadership team, you will play a critical role in shaping the firm's execution strategy, enhancing client engagement, and driving commercial success within one of the world's most sophisticated financial markets.
Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Execution Services business in Japan, driving revenue growth and market share expansion.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to enhance execution capabilities and client coverage.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with institutional investors, asset managers, hedge funds, and other market participants.
• Collaborate with Sales Trading, Electronic Trading, Research, and Global Markets teams to deliver integrated execution solutions.
• Drive client acquisition and business development initiatives across the Japanese market.
• Monitor market structure developments, regulatory changes, and industry trends impacting execution services.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing execution services team.
• Represent the firm at industry conferences, client meetings, and strategic business discussions.

Required Skills and Qualifications Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of Equity Execution Services experience within an investment bank operating in Japan.
• Strong understanding of Japanese equity markets, market structure, trading workflows, and execution strategies.
• Proven track record of managing institutional client relationships and driving business growth.
• Experience working closely with electronic trading, sales trading, and execution platforms.
• Deep knowledge of market regulations and best execution practices.
• Leadership experience within a front-office or execution services environment.

Soft Skills:

• Exceptional client relationship management and communication skills.
• Strong commercial mindset with the ability to identify and capitalize on growth opportunities.
• Strategic thinking and business leadership capabilities.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Ability to lead teams and manage complex business initiatives.
• Excellent decision-making skills in fast-paced market environments.

Language Requirements:

• Japanese: Native-level fluency.
• English: Business-level proficiency.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Experience leading execution services or electronic trading teams.
• Existing relationships with major institutional investors and asset managers in Japan.
• Experience working within a global investment banking organization.
• Knowledge of algorithmic trading, market structure analysis, and trading technology solutions.
• Exposure to regional or international equities markets.

About the Company
Our client is a globally recognized investment bank with a strong presence across Asia, Europe, and the Americas. The firm provides world-class investment banking, trading, research, capital markets, and execution services solutions to institutional clients worldwide.

With continued investment in its Japan platform, the organization offers senior professionals the opportunity to influence strategic business decisions, drive market growth, and work alongside some of the most respected professionals in the global financial services industry.
Why You'll Love Working Here

• Lead the Execution Services business for a prestigious global investment bank.
• Direct influence over business strategy and market growth in Japan.
• Exposure to senior management and global leadership teams.
• Work with sophisticated institutional investors and leading market participants.
• Access to advanced execution technologies and trading platforms.
• Collaborate with regional and global teams across multiple financial centers.
• Join a growing team with strong strategic importance within the organization.
• Competitive compensation and long-term career development opportunities.

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