Senior Corporate Operations Executive - Content Management Office, Commerce & Marketing Company (C&M)

Job Description

This role supports the Content Management Office within Rakuten’s Commerce & Marketing Company. Responsibilities may include coordinating content-related operations, managing schedules and workflows, preparing reports and internal materials, supporting business planning, and improving administrative processes across teams. Candidates are expected to have strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, along with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently. Business-level Japanese and English are likely valuable in Rakuten’s international environment. Experience in corporate administration, operations planning, project coordination, content management, or a similar business-support function would be advantageous. The successful candidate should be detail-oriented, proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working with diverse stakeholders.

Company Info

Rakuten Group, Inc. is a major Japanese internet and technology company headquartered in Tokyo. Founded in 1997, it operates a broad ecosystem covering e-commerce, online marketplaces, fintech, travel, digital content, mobile communications, advertising, and other internet services. Rakuten’s Commerce & Marketing Company supports businesses and consumers through shopping platforms, marketing solutions, loyalty programs, and related digital services. The company is known for its Rakuten Points ecosystem and global business activities, with employees from many nationalities. Its work environment is generally fast-paced and collaborative, with opportunities to work across commercial, technology, and corporate functions. Rakuten typically values initiative, customer focus, innovation, data-driven decision-making, and the ability to work in multicultural teams.

Destination Guide

Japan offers strong opportunities in technology, e-commerce, finance, consulting, manufacturing, tourism, education, and corporate operations, particularly in Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, and Fukuoka. Workplace culture often emphasizes punctuality, teamwork, careful preparation, and respect for seniority, although international companies may be more flexible. Japan provides excellent public transport, reliable services, safe cities, and varied lifestyles ranging from dense urban living to quieter regional communities. Rent and commuting costs can be high in central Tokyo. Foreign workers generally need an employer-sponsored status of residence, such as an Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services visa, and must meet education or professional-experience requirements. Applicants should arrange housing, health insurance, residence registration, taxation, and a local bank account after arrival. Japanese ability can greatly improve career prospects and daily life.