Client Development Assistant Manager

Job Title: Associate or Assistant Manager, Client Development

Location: Tokyo
Reports to: Manager, Client Development

Job Purpose:
Support client development initiatives and foster a strong culture of client engagement. Collaborate with teams across marketing, CRM, training, merchandising, IT, and retail to retain existing clients and attract high-potential new ones, driving customer loyalty and sales growth.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute client events (in-store and external) to engage and develop relationships with new, repeat, and VIP clients.
• Analyze market trends and competitor activities to enhance event strategies and promotions.
• Manage the annual gifting plan across retail and outlet channels using internal systems.
• Customize global client initiatives for the local market, collaborating with the headquarters and learning from other regions.
• Work with local teams in marketing, retail, and legal to develop and implement event strategies with clear business goals.
• Manage event budgets, ensuring quality and timely execution.
• Build relationships with external vendors to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience in client development, event coordination, or related roles; sales experience is a plus.
• Proficiency in Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Native-level Japanese and business-level English (TOEIC 750+).
• Strong interest in marketing trends and the ability to create initiatives from scratch.
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and organizational abilities to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment.
• Experience in luxury or related industries is a plus.
• Interest in global cultures; experience living abroad is beneficial.

If this position is not ideal for you, but you are looking for a new opportunity,please contact us to discuss your options.