Rakuten is seeking a business development professional for its Point Business Development Department within the Strategy Planning organization. The role is expected to plan and execute initiatives that expand Rakuten Point usage, develop partnerships, analyze customer and market trends, and coordinate with internal businesses and external partners. Candidates should have experience in business development, strategic planning, marketing, partnerships, or project management, along with strong analytical, communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. Japanese business fluency is likely essential, while English ability may be valuable for cross-border collaboration. The successful candidate should be commercially minded, proactive, comfortable managing multiple stakeholders, and able to turn strategy into measurable business results.
Rakuten Group, Inc. is a major Japanese technology and internet services company headquartered in Tokyo. Founded in 1997, it operates a broad ecosystem covering e-commerce, fintech, mobile communications, digital content, travel, advertising, and online services. The company’s membership and loyalty platform, including Rakuten Point, connects many of these businesses and encourages customers to use multiple Rakuten services. Rakuten is known for its strong entrepreneurial culture, global ambitions, and use of data and technology to build integrated customer experiences. Its workforce includes employees from Japan and overseas, and many roles involve collaboration across business units, industries, and countries. The company offers opportunities for professionals interested in digital platforms, partnerships, innovation, marketing, technology, and corporate strategy.
Japan offers opportunities in technology, e-commerce, finance, consulting, telecommunications, tourism, manufacturing, and international business. Tokyo has the largest concentration of professional roles, while Osaka, Nagoya, Fukuoka, and Sapporo also provide growing opportunities. Japanese workplaces often value punctuality, teamwork, respect for hierarchy, and careful preparation, although international companies may be more flexible. Japan provides excellent public transportation, healthcare, safety, food, and cultural experiences, but housing and commuting in Tokyo can be expensive. Foreign professionals normally need an employer-sponsored work visa, such as the Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services visa; eligibility depends on education, experience, and job duties. Employers commonly support sponsorship, but applicants should confirm requirements before relocating. Learning Japanese is highly beneficial for daily life and career progression. New arrivals should budget for deposits, insurance, utilities, transportation, and initial accommodation.
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