Associate Director, Relationship Management, Japan

Job Title: Associate Director, Relationship Management, Japan Department: Institutional Relationship Management Reports To: Senior Vice President, Institutional Relationship Management, Japan Job Summary: Local Tokyo-based representative of Cohen & Steers. The position particularly supports the Relationship Management team in Japan for existing and future institutional clients of Cohen & Steers (“Clients”). This individual will also support the New York-based institutional relationship management department and other members of the Cohen & Steers relationship management team. Cohen & Steers is committed to an inclusive culture, valuing diversity in support of our people and clients. This person will work closely with a variety of the firm’s internal departments including but not limited to Operations, Marketing, Product and Investments. Cohen & Steers is committed to an inclusive culture, valuing diversity in support of our people and clients. Major Responsibilities/Activities: Assist with preparation for client meetings, reporting and conference calls Gathering portfolio data and information Completing custom client reports Completing client questionnaires Routinely analyzes client questions, requests and problems; utilizing product and fiduciary knowledge, provides appropriate responses and solutions to clients Develop presentation materials, update relevant databases, support ad-hoc client requests/inquiries, and visit clients together with other members Liaise with teams in New York and other global offices for strategic/product info. Translate and update presentations and collateral marketing materials Coordinates with other areas within the firm to ensure that high quality and comprehensive client service is provided to all clients. Minimum Requirements: Must be able to speak, read and write English and Japanese with fluency Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college (MBA, CFA, or progress towards one is a plus) 3-5 years of related experience required preferrable but we welcome candidate with strong potential and desire to learn and grow professionally Demonstrates inclusive behaviors in support of a culture that values diverse perspectives Agrees to comply with the firm’s hybrid work policy (“work from home policy,” as aligned with the Company’s employee handbook), which currently requires reporting to the Company’s Tokyo office four (4) days per week, with one (1) remote workday permitted. Necessary Skills and Abilities: Skilled use of Bloomberg, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Morningstar Excellent communication and writing skills in both English and Japanese Must be able and willing to work in a team-oriented environment from a satellite location Beneficial Skills (not necessary): Knowledge of real estate and REITs, broad market equities, listed infrastructure, preferred stocks Working Conditions: Official work hours are 9am to 5:00pm; must be able to participate on conference calls during non-business hours Note: This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. The job title or duties and responsibilities may be changed by the Company at any time.