Japan Business Development - Senior Manager

Job details

Location: London

Capability: Tax & Law

Experience Level: Senior Manager

Type: Full Time or Part Time

Business Area: Corporate Tax Services

Contract type: Permanent

Job description

Japan Corridor – Business Development Senior Manager

We are looking for a Senior Manager to join the Japan Corridor in our Tax & Legal practice.

KPMG’s Japan Corridor is a growing area of our Tax & Legal business. We serve leading Japan‑headquartered companies through high‑profile engagements that touch every corner of the world.

We are enhancing our corridor coverage, and we are expanding our team for dedicated sales support. Working alongside the Japan Corridor lead partner, you’ll have the support and tools to create opportunities for our clients – and for your career.

Roles and Responsibilities

Focusing on Japan‑headquartered businesses, build, maintain and lead strong relationships with senior members of client organisations

Set effective corridor strategies to ensure we align our priority solutions with clients’ strategies and challenges

Originate new business, build pipeline and close sales

Publish relevant hot topics and articles in Japanese on LinkedIn and in KPMG newsletters

Work closely with the Japan Desk, the Japan Corridor representatives and KPMG member firms in Japan to build relationships

Recognise and develop opportunities to further grow the Japan Corridor in the UK

Provide effective project management

Qualifications and Skills

ACA/ATT/CTA qualified or equivalent is preferred but not essential

Experience and Background

Relevant sales experience with Japan‑headquartered companies, with the ability to drive sales excellence and discipline across the corridor

Prior business development experience in a professional services firm is preferred but not essential

Excellent written and spoken English, as well as competency in Japanese

Energetic, committed and ambitious

Identifies and pursues business opportunities

Demonstrates a high level of personal responsibility and accountability in teamwork

Seeks out feedback and development opportunities

Gives clear direction, and positive and constructive feedback

Analyses problems, identifies core issues, investigates, evaluates and integrates information

Communicates with impact, in a way that is open, honest, consistent and clear

Builds the reputation of KPMG through the quality of work, knowledge and experience

Monitors and upholds a high quality of service and products to clients (internal and external)

Why Tax & Law at KPMG?

The issues surrounding tax and legal services are constantly evolving, both locally and globally. Which is why you'll find life at KPMG both intellectually stimulating and rewarding. There's also the scale and breadth of what we do – our services span specialisms such as Corporate and Indirect Tax; Expatriate and Private Client Personal Tax compliance and advice; and KPMG Law.

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