Account Lead (Japan)

TL;DR

Account Lead (Japan): Supporting a key project in Japan by coordinating schedules, facilitating workshops in Japanese and English, and managing project logistics for social-first marketing work. Focus on ensuring clear communication, timely deliverables, and efficient workflow management across cross-functional teams.

Location: Based in Japan for a key project (hybrid)

Company

hirify.global is a Social Transformation company, combining data, strategy, technology, and creativity to help businesses build Social Age brands globally.

What you will do

• Plan, schedule, and host/co-host workshops in Japanese and English, preparing materials and capturing outcomes.
• Coordinate project timelines, schedules, and stakeholder approvals across multiple time zones.
• Manage design requests, prioritize tasks, and facilitate feedback loops for efficient delivery.
• Communicate professionally with stakeholders in both Japanese and English, providing proactive updates.
• Provide marketing support, translating workshop outcomes into practical deliverables.

Requirements

• Fluent Japanese and English (written and spoken) with strong business communication skills.
• Strong understanding of marketing fundamentals (campaigns, messaging, content workflow).
• Confident facilitator, capable of guiding groups and managing sessions.
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work under pressure.
• Strong business awareness and experience coordinating multiple stakeholders.
• Experience working with agency teams or cross-functional creative/design workflows.

Nice to have

• Experience in the technology sector, B2B, or complex enterprise environments.
• Experience working with Japanese organizations or Japan-based projects.

Culture & Benefits

• Work for a Social Transformation company providing social-first insights and creative services.
• Collaborate with cross-functional specialists across Creative, Design, Strategy, and Insights.
• Part of a global team with offices in London, New York, Tokyo, Sydney, and more.
• Commitment to an inclusive environment that celebrates diversity.