Head of Japan Public Policy

• Lead Public Policy and Government Relations for Block in Japan, and provide varying levels of support for our business teams that work in the Japan market
• Support Block's corporate communications activities in Japan
• Be a spokesperson on crucial media interactions
• Maintain an executive corporate speaking calendar and manage speaking opportunities in Japan for Block executives
• Manage ongoing media relations across Japan
• Develop written materials, including company messaging and statements, press releases, government submissions, communications plans, FAQs, and other collateral
• Understand complex policy documents with the ability to simplify for non-policy audiences
• Be a proactive cross-functional partner with many teams across Block
• Work with and manage external consultants as needed

• 7+ years public policy experience with a financial technology company and/or global publicly-traded company (this can be on in-house teams or as part of a consultancy)
• Fluent spoken and written Japanese and business English
• Strong writing and editing skills
• Experience in corporate communications
• Experience engaging and building effective relationships with corporate affairs stakeholders, including government officials, committees, trade organizations and journalists
• Experience with lobbying, participating in, or submitting responses to government consultations on behalf of a business
• Ability to understand complex concepts and create essential messages that are consistent but tailored to multiple audiences
• Experience working with senior leadership and cross-functional teams

Former work experience with the Japanese Government, especially METI (経産省) or FSA (金融庁), is a plus

• Remote work
• medical insurance
• flexible time off
• retirement savings plans
• modern family planning