Astellas is seeking an Employee Engagement & Internal Communications Partner in Japan to help strengthen employee connection, culture and understanding of company priorities. The role typically requires experience in internal communications, employee engagement, change communications or corporate communications, ideally within a global organization. Strong Japanese and English communication skills, excellent writing and presentation ability, stakeholder management experience, and confidence working across functions are expected. The successful candidate should be able to develop communication plans, create clear and engaging content, advise leaders, manage multiple projects and measure engagement impact. A collaborative, proactive and culturally aware approach is important, together with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced pharmaceutical environment.
Astellas Pharma Inc. is a Japan-based global pharmaceutical company headquartered in Tokyo, with operations and employees across major markets worldwide. The company focuses on innovative medicines in areas including oncology, immunology, neuroscience, ophthalmology and other serious or underserved diseases. Astellas combines research and development, partnerships and commercial expertise to address unmet medical needs and improve patient outcomes. Its workforce operates in an international, science-led environment, with English commonly used in global collaboration alongside Japanese. The company places emphasis on innovation, patient focus, integrity and responsible business conduct. Employees in corporate functions such as communications support organizational culture, leadership alignment and engagement across a diverse global workforce.
Japan offers strong opportunities in pharmaceuticals, technology, manufacturing, finance, healthcare, education and international business, particularly in Tokyo, Osaka and Yokohama. Workplace culture values reliability, respect, teamwork and careful communication, although global companies are often more flexible and English-friendly. Japan provides excellent public transport, high-quality healthcare, varied food, safe cities and rich cultural experiences, but housing and daily expenses can be high in Tokyo. Employees generally need an appropriate work visa, commonly sponsored by the hiring company; eligibility depends on education, professional experience and the role. Relocating may involve obtaining a Certificate of Eligibility, arranging housing, registering locally and enrolling in health insurance and pension systems. Learning basic Japanese is highly useful for daily life, administration and building relationships, even when the workplace operates bilingually.
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