Director, Portfolio Specialist, Subadvisory Distribution, Japan

Job Title: Director, Portfolio Specialist, Subadvisory Distribution, JapanDepartment: Institutional Relationship ManagementReports To: Director, Portfolio Specialist, Relationship Management, JapanJob Summary:Local Tokyo-based representative of Cohen & Steers. The position particularly aims to retain/grow existing and future retail sub advisory relationships of Cohen & Steers (“Clients”). The position will also oversee and provide guidance to other members, as required, in managing operational requirements associated with Clients’ accounts. Cohen & Steers is committed to an inclusive culture, valuing diversity in support of our people and clients.Major Responsibilities/Activities:Grow relationships organically, raising asset in existing subadvised funds, or by selling new strategies to Japanese fund sponsors/asset managers.Provide leadership in conducting distribution activities, such as seminars and study sessions.Assist production, translation and updating of presentations or presentation elements for subadvisory clients.Assist Subadvisory Distribution members and New York-based team with responding to regular requests and questionnaires from clients or their advisors.Assist Subadvisory Distribution members and New York-based team with responding to ad-hoc questions and requests from clients or their advisors.Assist Subadvisory Distribution members and New York-based team to prepare periodic investment performance and market outlook reports to clients.Other tasks in scope: to assist preparation for meetings, reporting and conference calls with clients.Minimum Requirements: Must be able to speak, read and write English and Japanese with fluency.Bachelors degree from an accredited college (MBA, CFA or progress towards one is a plus).5-10 years of related experience required.Is able to abide by the firm’s hybrid work arrangement policy in Tokyo office (4 days in-office/1 day remote).Necessary Skills and Abilities:Skilled use of Excel, Word and PowerPoint.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.Knowledge of the mutual fund industry in Japan, the broker/dealer, mega and regional banking distribution channels in Japan.Working Conditions: Travel throughout Japan on both weekdays and weekends is required. The portfolio specialist may also travel internationally.Hours typically 9am to 5:30pm; 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.