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Entity
About Crédit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank (Crédit Agricole CIB)
Crédit Agricole CIB is the corporate and investment banking arm of Crédit Agricole Group, the 10th largest banking group worldwide in terms of balance sheet size (The Banker, July 2022).
8,600 employees in more than 30 countries across Europe, the Americas, Asia-Pacific, the Middle-East and North Africa, support the Bank's clients, meeting their financial needs throughout the world.
Crédit Agricole CIB offers its large corporate and institutional clients a range of products and services in capital market activities, investment banking, structured finance, commercial banking and international trade.
The Bank is a pioneer in the area of climate finance, and is currently a market leader in this segment with a complete offer for all its clients.
By working every day in the interest of society, we are a Group committed to diversity and inclusion and place people at the heart of all our transformations. All our job offersare open to persons with disabilities.
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By working every day in the interest of society, we are a group committed to diversity and inclusion. All our positions are open to people with disabilities.
Reference
2025-106632
Update date
09/12/2025
Job description
Business type
Types of Jobs - Corporate & Investment Banking
Job title
Salesperson – Japan Desk
Contract type
Permanent Contract
Management position
No
Job summary
Macro Rates Sales - Japanese Products | Global Markets Division
We are seeking a dynamic sales professional to join our GMD - Macro Rates team. Candidate will be responsible for Yen rates business with non-Japanese investors (HF’s) based in Europe. In addition, candidate will also be required to develop non-Yen GMD Flow products for Japanese financial institutions covering European time zones.
Key Responsibilities:
· Develop and implement a strategy to maximize the distribution of flow rates products with target client base, within the context of CACIBs capabilities and consistent with the overall strategy of the team and bank.
· Establish high quality coverage of Japanese institutions in addition to leveraging on candidates own/bank’s existing relationships with non-Japanese investors, for developing the distribution of Yen product.
· Multi product focus among GMD Product Lines (including USD, EUR and JPY), EGB, SSA, IRS, XCCY Swap, inflation and GRI.
· Contribute to the 24 hours global execution platform for Non-Yen flow business with Japanese clients.
· Originate transactions from clients and co-ordinate the efficient execution with the trading desk.
· Execute the placement of transactions in accordance with established risk management procedures and risk parameters.
· Contribute to the formulation of marketing strategies. Active contribution to strategy/business updates.
· Be aware of all economic and financial data likely to affect the products being marketed.
· Develop knowledge of client needs and co-ordinate the Bank’s efforts to service customer based on these.
· Planning and organization of client visits and meetings.
· Liaise with Relationship Managers / Senior Bankers regarding marketing opportunities.
· Coordinate with other sales teams for any potential business opportunity.
· Aim to meet individual objectives and targets and contribute to overall team and product line budget.
Supplementary Information
Join our team at Crédit Agricole CIB, the corporate and investment banking arm of 10th largest banking group worldwide in terms of balance sheet size (The Banker, July 2025). We offer more than just a job.
You will be part of a dynamic and collaborative work environment where CSR is embraced in our day-to-day business operation, innovation is encouraged and diversity is celebrated.
Crédit Agricole CIB, the first French bank to have committed to the Equator Principles, is a pioneer and global leader in sustainable finance. Our commitment to sustainability and corporate responsibility means that your work will have a positive impact on our communities and the environment.
With a people-centric culture where everyone is valued, and opportunities for personal and professional growth, Crédit Agricole CIB is not just a place to work – it is where you make an impact.
Our hiring process is open to all and should you have any particular needs or you may require adjustments, please let us know.
Position location
Geographical area
Europe, United Kingdom
City
London
Candidate criteria
Minimal education level
Bachelor Degree / BSc Degree or equivalent
Academic qualification / Speciality
Essential :
Fluent, both written and verbal, in Japanese and English
Strong client relationship with Japanese and Non-Japanese clients who are active in relevant product space
UK FCA – CF30
Desirable :
Degree preferably in a mathematical subject or related to finance or financial operations
Experience
Experience both in Non-Yen Flow Rates Sales and Yen Flow Rates Sales
Required skills
Competencies Required:
Motivated
Strong communicator (Japanese & English)
Creative
Innovative
Team Oriented
Technical skills required
IT literate
Good understanding of the rates product
Extensive market knowledge
Languages
Japanese & English