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Explore hand-picked jobs in Japan for English speakers across tech, education, marketing, and more.
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Explore hand-picked jobs in Japan for English speakers across tech, education, marketing, and more.
Vetted companies only. Apply from overseas.
Explore 780 hand-picked jobs in Japan for English speakers across tech, education, marketing, and more.
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PfizerOur People Experience team is comprised of dedicated, solution-oriented and agile colleagues who think big and challenge the status quo to create room for meaningful work. Your diverse perspectives and experiences will help to shape our workforce. Whether you are in talent acquisition attracting the best candidates, a Generalist, or a People Experience Business Partner supporting our colleagues, we all have a part to play in achieving the same goal: making Pfizer an inclusive and amazing workplace for all. You will have a key role to play in an organization that has people at its heart. You will be responsible for delivering and improving HR processes and programs through continuous improvement efforts, technology solutions, and direct coaching. You will guide execution of new and/or annual programs, such as performance management, employee relations, training and development, etc. You will provide the necessary tools and processes to assist managers in better managing their workforce and driving behavior for colleagues to be self-sufficient. As a People Experience Partner, you will be setting objectives for multiple projects. Your managerial and technical skills will help in guiding the people in your division. Your understanding of the external marketplace and customer requirements will facilitate instituting knowledge-sharing practices in your team and beyond. You will be relied on to manage operational activities that support the goals of the division and set direction for its success. Through your expertise and extensive knowledge, you will foster a culture that promotes innovation and thrives on doing better for patients and healthcare. Set People Experience business partnership objectives for, and manage, multiple partnership projects in support of Pfizer groups in Japan. Work closely with leaders across People Experience teams, business, and other supporting functions to develop and execute the Human Resources strategy. Create and drive labor relations strategy as well as tactical plans with the intent of creating a harmonious and productive employee relations environment. Provide support with Mergers, Acquisitions, Divestitures, and Restructurings. Deploy Corporate-wide initiatives and Strategic site initiatives. Ensure high standards of compliance to norms, policies, and procedures. Drive execution of annual and daily processes and provide timely, effective coaching to managers on HR processes and programs. Coach business leaders to build high-performing teams to ensure effectiveness and delivery of business objectives. Provide leaders coaching on HR systems and processes with an emphasis on teaching managers to become self-sufficient in utilizing tools. Play an advisory role in supporting leaders to anchor key initiatives in the areas of culture building, career and talent architecture, and capability transformation. Cultivate a motivated, committed, and engaged business team that fosters innovation and professional development. Stay current with innovative HR practices and informed on best-in-class people and organization management.
Woven by ToyotaThe AD/ADAS group at Woven by Toyota is developing a scalable, data-driven approach to autonomous and assisted driving. Our AV Performance Team develops strategies and executes testing globally for Toyota’s Personally Owned Vehicle (POV). Team members include testing experts that build, execute and refine test methods - in simulation, closed course, and real world environments - enabling data driven decisions about the functions we develop and their integrated performance. The testing feedback from our team is critical to accelerating vehicle development and delivering production-ready solutions based on cutting edge research and development in the domain. Our Product Delivery organization is looking for a Software Test Technical Specialist that is passionate about building robust, scalable, and automated software validation methods for AD/ADAS systems. This individual will be responsible for defining and executing test strategies that validate software interfaces, input/output behavior, state transitions, and interactions between components.
RakutenBusiness Overview Rakuten Group provides more than 70 services across a diverse range of industries in Japan and around the world, including e-commerce, travel, digital content, fintech, mobile communications, and professional sports. By connecting these services through a membership platform centered on Rakuten members, the Group has created the unique “Rakuten Ecosystem,” delivering value across multiple areas of everyday life. Department Overview Supporting Governance and Sustainable Growth Across the Commerce & Marketing Company (C&M) Operation Management Department serves as a key business partner to the Commerce & Marketing Company (C&M), which includes major Rakuten businesses such as Rakuten Ichiba and Rakuten Travel. Our mission is to support sustainable growth and enhance corporate value by strengthening governance, risk management, compliance, legal affairs, and other critical control functions across the organization. Within this framework, the Governance & Control Section plays an important role in helping the business identify, mitigate, and prevent operational and compliance risks. Through proactive monitoring, audits, investigations, and preventive initiatives, we help ensure that C&M businesses operate safely, responsibly, and effectively. Position: Why We Hire As our organization continues to evolve and expand, we are strengthening our team to support growing business needs and strategic initiatives. At the same time, improving operational efficiency and leveraging emerging technologies - including AI - have become important priorities. While progress has been made in these areas, we are seeking additional professionals who can contribute expertise, leadership, and strong stakeholder management skills to help accelerate our efforts. This position offers a unique opportunity to build upon our strong foundation while helping shape the future of governance, risk management, and operational excellence within one of Rakuten Group’s largest business organizations. Attraction Be a part of C&M, one of the largest organizations within the Rakuten Group You will engage in various business processes, identify challenges, propose improvements, and work collaboratively to implement them. Develop extensive cross-functional coordination skills This role requires strong communication and negotiation skills to drive problem-solving, as you will frequently collaborate with diverse departments, including Internal Audit, HR, General Affairs, Legal, Accounting, and Finance. Career Development (Skills and Career Path) You will cultivate a strong professional network, develop a solid foundation for professional conduct, and foster a deep sense of integrity and business ethics. Access to and utilization of Rakuten’s extensive assets You will gain exposure to a wide range of platforms, which will help you develop a sound and professional approach toward business operations. Position Details In this position, you will work with internal and external partners to promote a wide range of tasks, with a main focus on investigation and audit operations. Key Responsibilities Monitoring of business operations and expenses both domestically and internationally Improvement and prevention of internal misconduct Implementation of compliance training Response to and management of customer (B2B) harassment Management of disputes and litigation cases Work Environment Organizational Structure Number of Employees (L2: 1, L3: 2, L4 or L5: 1) Age Group: Primarily in their 40s and 50s Ratio of New Graduates to Mid-Career Hires: New Graduates (0%), Mid-Career Hires (100%) Backgrounds of Mid-Career Hires Experience in various types of negotiations at the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department Experience in human resources at a major Japanese company Experience managing training programs at a major foreign-affiliated company
Marriott InternationalOur jobs aren’t just about giving guests a clean room and a freshly made bed. Instead, we want to build an experience that is memorable and unique. Our Guest Environment Experts are skilled in a wide range of housekeeping functions with responsibility for maintaining the appearance and cleanliness of the whole hotel. They are empowered to move about their space and do what needs to be done. Whether delivering guest requests, stocking carts, cleaning rooms and public spaces, or other similar responsibilities, the Guest Environment Expert makes sure the spaces in the hotel help create a great guest experience. No matter what position you are in, there are a few things that are critical to success – ensuring a safe work place, following company policies and procedures, maintaining confidentiality, upholding quality standards, and ensuring your uniform, personal appearance, and communications are professional. Guest Environment Experts will be on their feet and moving around (stand, sit, or walk for an extended time) and taking a hands-on approach to work (move, lift, carry, push, pull, and place objects weighing less than or equal to 50 pounds without assistance). Doing all these things well (and other reasonable job duties as requested) is critical for Guest Environment Experts – to get it right for our guests and our business each and every time. At Marriott International, we are dedicated to being an equal opportunity employer, welcoming all and providing access to opportunity. We actively foster an environment where the unique backgrounds of our associates are valued and celebrated. Our greatest strength lies in the rich blend of culture, talent, and experiences of our associates. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, including disability, veteran status, or other basis protected by applicable law.
AppleImagine what you could do here. At Apple, we are passionate about bringing phenomenal products, services, and experiences to our customers around the world. We celebrate stories, committed to improving the lives of those we engage, entertain, and hopefully, inspire. Stories told through words, music, games and of course through movies and TV shows. With the introduction of Apple TV+ and Apple TV Channels, we have doubled down on offering amazing content to our customers, both produced by Apple and our partners. We are looking for an experienced and highly motivated TV Lead to further grow our video business in the market. The Lead needs to be an outstanding team player and a seasoned manager with a strong commercial background, a deep understanding of video services and subscription platforms, and a comprehensive knowledge of the market. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of developing commercial strategies, negotiating complex agreements, and driving growth opportunities in a highly competitive environment. In this role, you will manage a team of Business Managers and Platform & Programming Managers that have a shared goal: to present our customers with the most engaging and relevant movies and TV shows, and provide commercially compelling offers to key partners.
Four SeasonsAssist in the preparation and cooking of Chinese dishes according to established recipes and standards. Prepare ingredients including vegetables, meats, seafood, sauces, and seasonings. Support senior chefs in daily kitchen operations and food production. Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations, equipment, and storage areas. Ensure proper food handling, storage, and rotation procedures are followed. Monitor food quality, freshness, and presentation standards. Assist with stock replenishment and inventory management. Follow all food safety, hygiene, and sanitation regulations. Work collaboratively with kitchen team members to ensure efficient service during busy periods. Perform other duties as assigned by the Chef de Partie, Sous Chef, or Head Chef.
Woven by ToyotaThe Operations & Admin Specialist plays a key role in supporting Woven Capital's day-to-day business by partnering with teams across the organization to deliver seamless administrative support and improve internal processes. Working closely with the Admin & Ops Manager, this role helps ensure consistency, accuracy, and timely execution across a broad range of responsibilities. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, collaborative, and thrives in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
RakutenThe Technology Platforms Division (TPD) drives the growth of Rakuten's ecosystem by delivering innovative, high-quality technology platforms characterized by integrated control and strategic partnerships. Within TPD, the Ecosystem Platform Supervisory Department (EPSD) develops scalable and reliable platforms that support the entire Rakuten Ecosystem globally, fostering a culture of ownership and data-driven decision-making. The Membership Platform Department (MPD) is responsible for the development and maintenance of scalable platforms that provide membership services, profile management, and fraud prevention across services within the global Rakuten Ecosystem. We are focused on creating next-generation membership services to support our users across the world. The Identity Platform team at Rakuten serves as a core pillar of the company’s technology division. We build and maintain large-scale platforms that power global Rakuten services, encompassing identity management, fraud prevention, and B2B solutions. Our eKYC platform provides JPKI (Japanese Public Key Infrastructure) / My Number Card authentication and a variety of OCR solutions, and we are currently expanding its reach to enterprise clients both within and outside the Rakuten Group. As a Program Manager on the Certified Identity (eKYC) team, you will drive the execution of complex, cross-functional programs that span product development, external vendor relationships, government engagement, and client business development. This is a leadership role for someone who can manage ambiguity, align diverse stakeholders, and keep strategic initiatives on track from planning through delivery. Own and drive complex cross-functional programs across product, engineering, legal, and business teams maintaining roadmap visibility and unblocking execution. Manage relationships and negotiations with key technology vendors and platform partners; oversee contract and SLA management in coordination with legal and procurement. Serve as the team's point of contact with Japanese government agencies (including J-LIS, the Digital Agency, and relevant regulatory bodies) for certifications, licensing, and regulatory approvals. Draft, review, and manage NDAs, business agreements, and implementation contracts working closely with internal legal, compliance, and IP teams. Identify and develop prospective enterprise clients for the eKYC platform; drive lead generation, qualification, and commercial onboarding both within Rakuten Group and externally. Represent the team in financial and IP discussions; coordinate with internal business units, legal, finance, and marketing to align priorities and decisions.
RakutenBusiness Overview Rakuten Group's mission is "To empower people and society through innovation." Within this mission, Rakuten Travel stands as one of Japan's largest accommodation booking sites, offering diverse and appealing services that cater to a wide range of travel needs. The dynamic business development, leveraging Rakuten Group's strong customer base and technology to bring innovation to the travel industry, is a significant attraction. Department Overview The Customer Solutions Office (CSO) consists of three groups that support customers and service providers and drive Net Promoter Score (NPS) for the travel business. Under the philosophy of "Maximize Customer Satisfaction," the mission of the travel business, the CSO embraces "Be the customer," empowering and supporting end-users and service providers who are customers of the Rakuten Travel business every day. Position: Why We Hire The CS Operation Group serves as the headquarters function for end-user support operations, contributing to the Travel business by handling secondary escalations from the call center, building operational frameworks, and improving quality based on customer feedback. At Rakuten Travel, which continues to grow, improving efficiency and enhancing quality in the customer support domain are urgent priorities. In particular, automating operations, optimizing processes, and improving team performance are essential to delivering a better customer experience. To drive this important mission forward, we are hiring a CS Data Analyst who can identify issues based on data and design and execute concrete solutions. The contact center—an important touchpoint with customers—along with the back-office operations that support it and the customer management processes, are critical areas that directly impact customer satisfaction. Large volumes of data are being accumulated daily across these areas, and we aim to further strengthen our capability to fully leverage this data to improve operational performance and optimize the customer experience. Appeal of the business/organizational phase In the continuously growing travel industry, you can contribute directly to the customer experience of one of Japan’s largest online travel agencies (OTA) with a global presence. You will be in one of the closest positions to customers and be able to engage in driving business growth. The appeal of discretionary authority and organizational culture It is an environment where optimal solutions can be pursued with flexibility from a customer-centric perspective. You can experience the Rakuten Group's entrepreneurial culture, rich in a strong culture of mutual cooperation and respect among stakeholders, where uncertainty and change are embraced, and rapid learning and improvement are achieved through experimentation. Career steps (skills and career path you can gain) By leading projects with global impact, you can acquire practical skills such as project management, data analysis, and low-code development. Rakuten Group is actively promoting operational efficiency through AI solutions. There are many opportunities for people who can leverage advanced data analysis using tools such as SQL, Python, and Tableau to build data and mechanisms that drive quality improvement. By collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders (Product, Engineering, technical teams, various teams within CSO, and external partners) and driving projects forward, you will further develop advanced communication and coordination skills. Differentiation from competitors (the appeal of leveraging this business × Rakuten Group resources): By leveraging Rakuten Group’s strong assets—such as its high level of trust and the Rakuten Points ecosystem—you can participate in large-scale customer experience transformation while earning customer support and loyalty that competitors cannot easily replicate. Position Details Within the CS Operation Group of Rakuten Travel & Mobility Business, you will focus on building a more data-driven approach as well as management and continuous improvement frameworks. The team currently consists of around 10 members, including full-time employees and contractors. Most members are responsible for operations for each of Rakuten Travel’s various services, addressing ad-hoc issues that arise within each service and improving day-to-day operational execution. In this role, you will work proactively across services, collaborating closely with managers to analyze and identify mid- to long-term issues, form hypotheses, and deliver solutions. Main Responsibilities Provide reliable, timely, and actionable insights on customer operations performance. Ensure automated, consistent, and high-quality reporting of customer and operational KPIs. Support the evaluation of operational initiatives, process improvement initiatives, and digital initiatives through data analysis. Contribute to continuous improvement of customer management processes through data-driven recommendations. Support advanced analytics and the development of AI-driven use cases within customer operations. Work Environment Organizational Structure Group size: 10 members Age range: 20s to 50s New graduate/Mid-career ratio: 4 new graduates, 3 mid-career hires, 3 contractors Background of Mid-career Hires SV experience in multilingual call centers Overseas experience in the hotel industry Quality control experience at BPO sites Career Path Examples of Successful Mid-career Hires Promoted to Assistant Manager 1.5 years after joining, then to Manager 1 year later. Transferred from the operations group to the planning group 2 years after joining for skill development. Mandatory Qualifications: Experience in quality improvement initiatives/activities Experience leveraging AI solutions/tools Experience in data analysis Basic knowledge of statistics and/or machine learning Desired Qualifications: Experience in project management for small to mid-sized projects Hands-on experience using Python for data processing and preprocessing Development experience with BI tools (Tableau, MicroStrategy, DOMO) Reporting for senior management/executives Other Information: Additional information on Location Rakuten Crimson House 1-14-1 Tamagawa, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo Additional information on English Qualification TOEIC Score exceeding 800 (or similar level of English ability) or a University Degree earned in an English-speaking country. Proof of qualifications will be required by the time of the job offer. If no evidence is available to prove the qualifications denoted above, taking an IP test, organized by Rakuten, during selection process is required. 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RakutenThe Marketing Division leads the brand, creative, marketing, and membership areas as a cross-functional organization within the Rakuten Group, which has over 70 services. Our mission is to expand the membership value and ecosystem of the Rakuten Group. The mission of the Brand Enhancement Department is to communicate the appeal and convenience of Rakuten's more than 70 services to customers through website production and event management (including related website production). We are responsible for pages related to business promotion and brand strategy, including mobile-related services, "Mama-wari" and "Gaku-wari" for promoting cross-use, the Rakuten corporate site, and official websites for Rakuten events. We strive to build attractive websites for our customers by collaborating closely with various business units and departments. In this role, you will manage website operations by leveraging strategic UX design, working in tandem with designers and coders. Specifically, as a Web Director or Project Manager, you will lead medium- to large-scale projects and oversee tasks such as website operation, AI integration to optimize workflows, and technical implementation. You will be responsible for managing corporate, brand, business, and event-related websites for the Rakuten Group, either on an individual project basis or across multiple business domains. As a Web Director, you will oversee the entire production process and ongoing operations, including leading meetings with relevant departments and stakeholders, defining requirements and scope, improving operational workflows, creating wireframes, managing production progress, including design and coding, and conducting performance analysis and reporting. Our team focuses on improving brand awareness and favorability, driving traffic, increasing conversion rates, and enhancing operational efficiency. You will be responsible for analyzing access data and creating performance reports, continuously optimizing workflows to improve team productivity.