Manager, Public Policy and Government Relations, Randstad

Randstad

Location:
Japan, Tokyo

Category:
Public Relations

Contract Type:
Employment contract

Salary:

8000000.00 - 12000000.00 JPY / Year

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Job Description:

As a Manager, you will take charge of a range of public policy and government relations projects. You will be accountable for guiding the strategic planning and execution of client engagements while also mentoring and leading a team of Public Policy Analysts. This role requires close coordination with government officials, Diet members, media, and other essential stakeholders to deliver successful outcomes for our clients. The position provides a unique chance to operate at the convergence of business and government, crafting impactful policy solutions for a wide array of clients.

Job Responsibility:

Lead and manage public policy research and analysis, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, precise reports and strategic advice
design and implement strategic outreach and engagement initiatives with government officials, Diet members, media, and key policy influencers
offer leadership and mentorship to Public Policy Analysts, supporting their professional development and ensuring project milestones are achieved
work closely with project leaders and cross-functional teams to guarantee client satisfaction and meet business goals
supervise the creation of tailored proposals aimed at securing new business opportunities and broadening client base
nurture and enhance relationships with existing clients, ensuring their requirements are fulfilled and expectations are surpassed
keep track of and assess policy changes and political trends to guide client strategies and identify emerging opportunities and threats
represent the company at industry events, conferences, and meetings, boosting the company’s visibility and reputation in the field of government relations

Requirements:

A strong commitment to public policy and politics, with an in-depth knowledge of Japan’s policy-making mechanisms and political environment
a master’s degree in Public Policy, Political Science, International Relations, Economics, or a related discipline
at least 5 years of relevant experience in government relations, public policy, or a similar field, with managerial experience being a plus
a proven record of successfully leading and managing complex projects
superior research, analytical, and strategic thinking skills
exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities, capable of influencing and establishing connections with stakeholders at various levels
native-level proficiency in Japanese (reading and writing) along with business-level English proficiency (high TOEIC score or equivalent)
cultural awareness and sound judgment when dealing with the intersection of business and government
significant experience working within or alongside government entities such as ministries, agencies, the Diet, or embassies is highly advantageous
a bachelor’s degree or higher in Public Policy, Political Science, International Relations, Economics, or a similar field
experience, either through work or internships, within ministries, agencies, the Diet, a Diet member’s office, or an embassy is considered beneficial

Nice to have:

Significant experience working within or alongside government entities such as ministries, agencies, the Diet, or embassies
experience, either through work or internships, within ministries, agencies, the Diet, a Diet member’s office, or an embassy

What we offer:

Health insurance
pension insurance
employment insurance
holidays on Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 12, 2025

Expiration:
August 27, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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