Advertising Operations Specialist, Influencer Marketing - MIHA, Inc. (Secondment)(A&M)

Job Description

This role supports influencer marketing campaigns for MIHA, Inc., a Rakuten group company, including campaign planning, creator coordination, scheduling, content and performance tracking, reporting, and communication with internal and external partners. Candidates are expected to have experience in advertising, digital marketing, media operations, influencer marketing, or a related field. Strong organizational, communication, analytical, and project coordination skills are important, along with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple deadlines. Business-level Japanese and English may be useful in Rakuten’s international environment. The successful candidate should be proactive, commercially aware, comfortable working with data and digital platforms, and adaptable to a secondment arrangement.

Company Info

Rakuten Group, Inc. is a major Japanese technology and internet 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. Rakuten connects consumers and businesses through its membership and loyalty program, while using data and technology to support personalized services and marketing solutions. MIHA, Inc. is associated with Rakuten’s influencer and creator-focused marketing activities, helping brands engage audiences through social media personalities and digital content. Rakuten has a multinational workforce and promotes an international working environment, although Japanese language ability can be important for many Japan-based roles. The company is known for its diverse businesses, strong technology focus, and emphasis on innovation and customer engagement.

Destination Guide

Japan offers opportunities in technology, digital marketing, e-commerce, finance, engineering, hospitality, education, and corporate services, particularly in Tokyo, Osaka, and Fukuoka. Workplace culture generally values punctuality, preparation, teamwork, respect for seniority, and careful communication, though international companies may be more flexible. Lifestyle ranges from fast-paced urban living to quieter coastal and rural communities. Public transport is excellent, healthcare is reliable, and living costs vary considerably; Tokyo is usually the most expensive. Foreign employees normally need an appropriate work visa, commonly sponsored by the employer, such as an Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services visa. Applicants should confirm degree and experience requirements before accepting an offer. Relocation may involve finding housing, registering an address, obtaining a residence card, opening a bank account, and enrolling in health insurance and pension systems. Learning practical Japanese greatly improves daily life and workplace integration.