Project Planning and Management - Marketing Division

Job Description

This role supports planning and managing marketing projects within Rakuten’s Marketing Division. Responsibilities may include developing project plans, coordinating stakeholders, monitoring schedules and budgets, preparing reports, and improving campaign or operational processes. Candidates are typically expected to have experience in project coordination, marketing operations, business planning, or a related field. Strong communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills are important, along with the ability to work across teams and manage multiple priorities. Japanese and English communication skills may be valued in Rakuten’s international environment. The successful candidate should be proactive, detail-oriented, comfortable working with data, and able to drive projects from planning through completion.

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 is known for connecting its services through the Rakuten membership and loyalty program, allowing customers to earn and use points across its businesses. The company has expanded internationally through partnerships, acquisitions, and technology investments, while continuing to develop its Japanese operations. Its corporate culture emphasizes innovation, entrepreneurship, customer focus, and collaboration across business units. Employees may work with colleagues from many countries, particularly in roles involving marketing, technology, data, and global business development. Rakuten’s large and diverse business portfolio provides opportunities to contribute to consumer products, enterprise services, digital platforms, and strategic growth initiatives.

Destination Guide

Japan offers strong employment opportunities in technology, software engineering, digital marketing, finance, consulting, tourism, education, manufacturing, and customer support. Tokyo provides the widest range of international and corporate roles, while Osaka, Nagoya, Fukuoka, and Sapporo offer attractive alternatives with lower living costs in some areas. Japanese workplace culture values punctuality, reliability, teamwork, and respectful communication, although international companies may operate more flexibly. Daily life is convenient, safe, and supported by excellent public transport, but housing and commuting in Tokyo can be expensive. Foreign employees generally need a work visa sponsored by an employer, such as an Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services visa. Relocating usually involves arranging residence registration, health insurance, a bank account, housing, and possibly a residence card. Learning basic Japanese is highly beneficial for daily life and long-term integration.