Job Description

Who we are looking for

We are currently looking for a Relationship Manager for GlobalLINK Seoul, Assistant Vice President to manage and maintain GlobalLINK clients’ relationship in South Korea. In this role, the candidate will be responsible for acting as the primary point of contact for clients, understanding their business needs and objectives, coordinating onboarding and ongoing service delivery with internal stakeholders, and addressing client queries or issues in a timely manner.

Why this role is important to us

GlobalLINK has a long history of innovation and industry leadership. As we enter the next phase of our evolution, our focus is on strengthening our leadership in the FX trading platform market while expanding our client footprint and delivering greater value‑added solutions to our existing clients. GlobalLINK is a part of State Street Markets. When owners and managers of institutional assets need research, trading, securities lending and innovative portfolio strategies, they turn to State Street Markets business unit. As our investment research and trading arm, State Street Markets’s number one goal is to enhance and preserve our clients’ portfolio values by applying technology, optimizing trading, and linking asset classes and markets across the world.

What you will be responsible for

As a Relationship Manager for GlobalLINK Seoul, Assistant Vice President you will

• Working with the APAC team and, where appropriate, the global team to implement and monitor the GlobalLink strategic plan and successfully achieve an assigned revenue budget while contributing to the broader GlobalLINK goals and initiatives.

• Build and maintain meaningful relationships with client base, providing them with premier support and feedback.

• Establish and execute on the business development plan for existing clients, while ensuring competitive risks are understood and addressed to ensure client retention.

• Identify opportunities for client expansion and growth, leveraging existing products and teams within GlobalLINK.

• Collaborate with other sales teams in the Markets to identify cross-selling opportunities, adhere to best practices and ensure coordinated communication is delivered to clients. Maintain effective and productive relationships across the product groups.

• Risk Excellence. Operate in compliance with internal and external regulations and make sure that escalation procedures are followed. Be mindful of the risk excellence culture at all times.

What we value

These skills will help you succeed in this role

• Results driven, with great teamwork skills but must be a self-starter.

• Excellent client relationship background and top-level negotiation skills.

• Can-do attitude with strong critical thinking, problem solving, and decision-making skills.

• Ability to multi-task and work under pressure.

• Prior experience within trading solutions/technology sales / relationship management.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• 7+years’ experience in foreign exchange or related markets, preferably within a large Financial Institution.

• Proven client relationship management skills.

• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills

• Experience in the electronic trading platform space and electronic trading industry preferred.

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree (MBA, CFA, or equivalent experience) desirable.

• Fluent in English and Korean

Work Requirement

• 5 days working in the office

About State Street

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We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

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