This role manages performance-marketing consulting for LinkShare Japan, Rakuten’s affiliate and advertising business. The successful candidate should have experience in digital advertising, affiliate marketing, media planning, campaign optimization, and client relationship management. Strong analytical skills are needed to interpret performance data, identify growth opportunities, and present practical recommendations. The position also requires team leadership, project coordination, proposal development, and effective communication with advertisers, agencies, publishers, and internal stakeholders. Candidates are expected to understand Japanese digital-market trends, manage multiple accounts, achieve commercial targets, and work confidently in a fast-paced, multinational environment. Business-level Japanese is likely essential, while English communication skills would be advantageous.
Rakuten Group, Inc. is one of Japan’s largest internet and technology companies, operating a broad ecosystem that includes e-commerce, fintech, mobile communications, travel, digital content, and online advertising. Its services connect consumers, merchants, advertisers, and business partners through a shared membership and loyalty platform. LinkShare Japan K.K. is part of Rakuten’s advertising and affiliate-marketing operations, helping brands increase sales and customer acquisition through publishers, media partners, data, and performance-based campaigns. Rakuten has a large international workforce and promotes a fast-moving, entrepreneurial culture. Employees typically work with diverse teams and support products used across Japan and global markets. The company offers opportunities for people interested in digital transformation, marketing technology, platform businesses, analytics, and growth strategy.
Japan offers strong opportunities in technology, digital marketing, finance, manufacturing, tourism, education, and customer services, especially in Tokyo, Osaka, and Fukuoka. Workplace culture values reliability, teamwork, preparation, and respect for hierarchy, although international companies are often more flexible. Daily life is convenient, safe, and supported by excellent public transport, healthcare, and extensive retail services. Tokyo is energetic but expensive; regional cities offer lower housing costs and a quieter pace. Professionals generally need a work visa sponsored by an employer, such as an Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services visa. Applicants should confirm degree and experience requirements before relocating. Japanese ability is highly valuable and may be essential for client-facing roles. New arrivals should budget for deposits, housing fees, transport, national health insurance, pension, and resident registration. Japan’s four seasons, regional food, mountains, beaches, and cultural festivals make it rewarding for long-term residents.
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