Position Title

　Manager, GMS Japan.
　This full-time position will report to the Director, GMS Japan

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the Position

　Day-to-Day support to Japanese shipowner/operator clientele, including:
　■ Consultancy for compliance with North American and Panama Canal regulations
　■ Client meetings (physical and online) to ascertain needs, answer questions, ensure satisfaction with GMS services
　■ Daily review of client email requests and inquiries,
　　 provide response directly when feasible and refer to GMS USA when input/support is required.
　■ Daily attention to client phone calls, to respond to requests and inquiries
　■ Oversee translation (English to Japanese, using admin support) and proof reading of regulatory Client Advisories and/or newsletters
　■ Marketing of GMS services to potential clients in Japan, with a focus on business expansion
　■ Logistical arrangements for securing seminar venues, hotel accommodation, transportation within Japan, etc.
　■ Drill & Training support where necessary
　■ Candidate to be trained in all of the above

Essential Credentials & Qualifications for the Position

　Candidate must:
　■ Be detail-oriented
　■ Be a motivated learner to stay up to date on North American regulations,
　　 and remain abreast of latest challenges and news impacting the shipping industry
　■ Be proficient in both written and verbal communication;
　　 be capable of communicating in both English and Japanese, verbally and in writing
　■ Have superior organizational skills
　■ Be capable of forming close working relationships with GMS’ client base in Japan,
　　 and give them a high degree of confidence in GMS Japan’s local capabilities

　Candidate preferences:
　■ We prefer to have someone with experience sailing as a merchant marine or prior military sailing experience
　　 and/or experience ashore in commercial ship operations/management.
　■ We prefer that candidate is located in the greater Tokyo area.

Miscellaneous

　■ Position involves working remotely about 80% of the time, with occasional office visits, as applicable,
　　 and providing written reports about meeting details to USA HQ
　■ Travel will be necessary within Japan approximately 3-4 days per month, with occasional (but rare) overseas travel,
　　 if considered necessary.
　■ Salary is negotiable based on applicant’s experience

Submission of Resume/CV

　Please submit a Cover Letter & Resume/CV (both in English)
　■ to: info@gallaghermarine.com
　■ the Subject Line: Manager, GMS Japan – Application - <Insert Your Name>

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