Associate, Forum - Research (Japanese Speaker)

Summary

Join our team as an Associate in Hong Kong or Japan and assist our growing team in identifying and engaging with industry professionals for upcoming interview discussions.

Requirements

• A real interest in financial markets and the alternative investments space
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to confidently interact with C-level industry experts on the phone
• Demonstrable skill in carrying out phone-based and desktop research with a logical and focused approach
• Self-motivated; a resourceful nature, with a diligent and proactive approach to their work
• The ability to work well within a team, in a fast-paced environment and under pressure. Positive and can-do attitude are essential
• The ability to manage multiple projects efficiently and effectively and reached assigned KPIs
• Obtained a score of >3.0 GPA if you’re a fresh graduate

Responsibilities

• Performing research on industries and businesses in Pan-Asia region, with a focus on the Japan market, to source and identify relevant individuals (C-level executives and practitioners) to take part in moderated interviews
• Engaging these individuals to invite them to participate in our research, while assessing and ensuring that their insights are relevant and their fees are within budget
• Building a professional network and monitoring the relevant markets/companies in the assigned sector areas according to Forum content coverage strategies
• Working in tight deadlines and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders across different global offices

Benefits

• Competitive base salary of HKD 300,000 annually with access to our bonus scheme
• Vacation: 15 days (which increases to 20 days after 2 years of service)
• Learning: a Personal Development Allowance which can be used for learning programs and other tools to further your development
• Future and family: pension scheme and Vitality Private medical insurance
• Flexibility: work from anywhere for one month per year, 2 annual volunteer days, 2 personal days when life throws you a curveball, and 'Summer Fridays
• Rewards: get points through our colleague-to-colleague recognition program to spend on hotels, gift cards, donations to charity, and more