Tokyo MSCI Inc.
Your Team Responsibilities


The Sales Specialist is responsible for maintaining existing client relationships as well as new business development for all MSCI Analytics products.

Each person travels within their respective sales territory to meet with clients regarding new products as well as enhancements to existing products.

The role entails positioning and closing sales for a suite of quantitative investment decision support tools from large scale enterprise risk systems to specialized portfolio optimization software.

The prospect set includes current clients as well as our prospective clients.

Sales Specialists use their knowledge of the risk and investment management process, modern portfolio theory, and data model distribution platforms (Bloomberg, Factset, Thompson, etc.) to identify solutions using MSCI Barra and Risk Metrics tools for their clients.

This role is a highly visible one, with involvement in all aspects of an account including senior level relationship management, product demonstrations, contract negotiation, sales closing, product setup and delivery.

In this role, individuals will work very closely with global Client Service, Client Consultants, Marketing, Product Management, and Finance / billing departments.

Your Key Responsibilities

Total Relationship Management Involving

High level management contact
Strategic planning with accounts
New product placement
Answer detailed client inquiries about MSCI Barra products and methodologies
Achieve targeted revenue and strategic client segment goals
Inform all clients about MSCI Barra's products, announcements, projects, etc.
Work with other departments (Client service, Legal, Contracts, Billing, etc.) to ensure that all client requests / inquiries are managed appropriately
Maintain accurate records regarding account visits, client conversations, finalized contracts, etc.
Proactively solicit client feedback regarding new initiatives and future product development
Provide feedback from clients to Marketing, Sales, Research and Product Development groups

Your Skills And Experience That Will Help You Excel

Superior communication and time management skills with the ability to handle multiple projects
Strong sales closing skills
Strong analytic and quantitative skills
Understanding of / experience dealing with major international institutions including Asset Managers, Hedge Funds, Broker / Dealers.
Strong understanding of the global equity markets.
A self starter and highly motivated; ability to work individually and within a team
Thorough understanding of the Investment Management Process
5+ years of experience in the financial service industry, including direct sales experience with a proven record of accomplishment. Someone who enjoys intellectual and analytical challenges

About MSCI

What we offer you

Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits, tailored to your location, ensuring your financial security, health, and overall wellbeing.
Flexible working arrangements, advanced technology, and collaborative workspaces.
A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results.

A global network of talented colleagues, who inspire, support, and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients.

Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey, followed by access to our platform, LinkedIn Learning Pro and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development.

Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges, internal mobility and expanded roles.
We actively nurture an environment that builds a sense of inclusion belonging and connection, including eight Employee Resource Groups.

All Abilities, Asian Support Network, Black Leadership Network, Climate Action Network, Hola MSCI, Pride & Allies, Women in Tech, and Women's Leadership Forum.


At MSCI we are passionate about what we do, and we are inspired by our purpose – to power better investment decisions.

You'll be part of an industry-leading network of creative, curious, and entrepreneurial pioneers.

This is a space where you can challenge yourself, set new standards and perform beyond expectations for yourself, our clients, and our industry.

MSCI is a leading provider of critical decision support tools and services for the global investment community.

With over 50 years of expertise in research, data, and technology, we power better investment decisions by enabling clients to understand and analyze key drivers of risk and return and confidently build more effective portfolios.

We create industry-leading research-enhanced solutions that clients use to gain insight into and improve transparency across the investment process.

MSCI Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

It is the policy of the firm to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected parental leave), veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

MSCI is also committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please email and indicate the specifics of the assistance needed.

Please note, this e-mail is intended only for individuals who are requesting a reasonable workplace accommodation; it is not intended for other inquiries.

To all recruitment agencies

MSCI does not accept unsolicited CVs/Resumes. Please do not forward CVs/Resumes to any MSCI employee, location, or website. MSCI is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited CVs/Resumes.

Note on recruitment scams


We are aware of recruitment scams where fraudsters impersonating MSCI personnel may try and elicit personal information from job seekers.

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