The role supports business strategy for Rakuten Mobile and reports directly to the COO of Rakuten’s Communications & Energy Company. Responsibilities may include developing medium- and long-term strategies, analyzing market and competitor trends, identifying growth opportunities, preparing executive presentations, coordinating cross-functional initiatives, and monitoring business performance. Candidates are expected to have experience in corporate strategy, management consulting, business planning, finance, telecommunications, energy, or a related field. Strong analytical, communication, presentation, and stakeholder-management skills are important. The successful candidate should be comfortable working with senior executives, handling ambiguous business challenges, and translating analysis into practical recommendations. Business-level Japanese and English, or the ability to work effectively in an international environment, may be advantageous.
Rakuten Group, Inc. is a major Japanese technology and services company founded in 1997 and headquartered in Tokyo. Its businesses span e-commerce, fintech, mobile communications, digital content, travel, advertising, and professional sports. Rakuten Mobile operates Japan’s mobile telecommunications network and is working to expand its customer base, network coverage, and technology platform. The company is known for its large digital ecosystem, which connects shopping, financial services, communications, and loyalty programs through the Rakuten brand. Rakuten employs people from many countries and promotes English as an important internal business language, particularly in global and technology-focused teams. Its culture emphasizes innovation, speed, entrepreneurship, and collaboration, although employees may also experience the demanding pace and complexity typical of a large, rapidly changing technology group.
Japan offers opportunities in technology, telecommunications, software engineering, data, finance, consulting, manufacturing, tourism, healthcare, and education. Tokyo has the widest choice of international jobs, while Osaka, Nagoya, Fukuoka, and Sapporo offer lower-cost alternatives and strong local economies. Japanese workplace culture values punctuality, preparation, teamwork, respect, and careful communication. Daily life is safe and convenient, with excellent public transport, reliable services, and varied food and entertainment. Housing and commuting costs can be high in central Tokyo, while regional cities are generally more affordable. Foreign workers usually need an employer-sponsored work visa, such as the Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services status; highly qualified professionals may qualify for a points-based visa. Relocation commonly involves arranging housing, residence registration, health insurance, a bank account, and a phone contract. Basic Japanese is highly useful for daily life, even when English is used at work.
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