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About GLG / Gerson Lehrman Group

GLG is the world’s insight network. We bring decision makers the insight it takes to get ahead. When leaders need to make informed decisions, GLG provides meaningful connections through our network of 1 million experts, the world’s largest and most varied source of first-hand expertise, with hundreds more recruited daily to tackle tomorrow’s questions. Our clients include thousands of the world’s best businesses, from Fortune 500 corporations to leading tech, professional services, and financial institutions.

GLG provides an unparalleled trusted environment, with an industry-leading compliance framework built on integrity and trust that fuels our clients’ confidence to move forward. Our compliance standards are a major competitive differentiator and key component of our company’s culture.

About the Team

GLG’s Japanese Speaker Intern role is an exciting opportunity for university students looking to pursue a career in research, consulting, or the financial services sector. The internship is structured to develop your communication and teamwork skills, and broaden your industry knowledge while working in a fast-growing global firm.

Job Summary

• The intern will conduct industry research and reach out to Japanese professionals and experts best suited to participate in each project through telephone, emails and other channels.
• The intern will grow the GLG Network by recruiting key opinion leaders utilizing a strategic/tactical methodology, using recruiting campaigns, leveraging industry and professional lists, trade and business associations, referrals and other relationships
• The intern will Interview prospective industry leaders as needed and capture critical data in GLG’s extensive profile management systems
• The intern will work on other projects associated with building the GLG Council Network.

As an Associate, You Will Learn To

• Excel in a phone based and highly challenging environment that demands attention to detail and prioritization of various workflows and execution on multiple projects at the same time.
• Recruit and vet new relevant experts to the GLG Network, building your lead generation, outreach, screening and pitching skills.
• Develop strong, transferable business skills, including communication, time management, negotiating, problem solving, project management, research and the ability to achieve monthly/quarterly targets.
• Collaborate with colleagues on and across both regional and global teams to contribute to revenue and broader commercial success.
• Mentor future GLG Associates as you become tenured and proficient in your role.

Ideal Candidates Have

• Fluent Korean speaker and good communication skills in both English and Japanese
• Current university student or graduates/post graduates
• Candidates who could commit 5 days a week for at least 3 months
• Be thorough and have good attention to detail
• Enjoy multi-tasking and working in a fast-paced startup environment
• Ability to work outside of a traditional office environment
• Experience in relevant research industry, marketing research, recruiting or consulting will be a plus

GLG is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. Actual compensation is based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor.

The total compensation package for this position includes benefits and may include eligibility for incentive compensation.

Gerson Lehrman Group, Inc. (“GLG”) is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, race, religion, color, marital status, disability, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

At GLG, we are driven by our purpose: we bring the power of insight to every great professional decision. Because our business is built on the power of first-hand expertise and diversity of perspectives, a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion is at the heart of what we do and who we are. This focus is reflected in our official policies and in our GLG values, which combine high performance with compassion, and which guide how we treat our clients, experts, teammates, and communities. To learn more, visit www.GLGinsights.com.