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Japanese Bilingual Jr. Relationship Manager - Chicago, IL

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating strategic business plans including product, marketing, and sales initiatives.
• Build and maintain client relationships; understand client businesses and banking needs.
• Identify new opportunities in commercial lending, deposits, FX, derivatives, and transaction banking.
• Support deal execution: prepare proposals, negotiate terms, and coordinate credit approvals.
• Promote cross-selling and strengthen client engagement through proactive service.
• Serve as a liaison between RMs, internal teams (U.S., Tokyo HQ, and global offices), and clients.
• Provide operational support: handle reporting, meeting arrangements, and client documentation.
• Participate in projects to improve processes, policies, and fee structures.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, or Economics required.
• Bilingual proficiency in Japanese and English (reading, writing, speaking) required.
• Minimum 3 years of banking experience (U.S. and international market preferred).
• Experience with Japanese corporate clients
• Strong analytical and financial skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Outstanding communication skills—business writing, editing, presentations.

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