Public Relations Lead, Japan Job at Waymo (Tokyo)

Director of Defense & National Security Policy

Microsoft’s Corporate, External and Legal Affairs (CELA) / Government Affairs te...

Location

Japan , Tokyo

Salary:

Not provided

Microsoft Corporation

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Public Policy, Public Administration, Political Science, Business Administration, Law, or related field AND 6+ years work experience in the government, public policy, government affairs or related area
OR equivalent experience
An experienced external spokesperson with business-level fluency in both Japanese AND English languages, alongside excellent oral, written, presentation and interpersonal skills
Deep understanding in cybersecurity / defense / national security domains, policies and trends.

Job Responsibility

Strategic planning and execution: Develop and lead Microsoft’s public policy strategy in Japan on issues at the intersection of national security/defense and related IT infrastructure
Strategize and develop an effective outreach plan as well as help oversee related advocacy campaigns to shape policy agendas and strengthen mutual understanding between policymakers, defense/national security stakeholders, and Microsoft teams on the importance of leveraging the security and advanced capabilities of cloud-enabled AI/cybersecurity in defense and national security contexts in Japan
Proactively monitor and mitigate related policy/regulatory risks as they arise
Stakeholder management: Identify, develop, and nurture relationships with key government stakeholders, to protect Microsoft’s interests and position Microsoft as a responsible partner in Japan’s domestic IT ecosystem supporting national security/defense
Develop and advance appropriate relationships with industry bodies, policy think-tanks, civil society groups, academia and media, and orchestrating related engagement across Microsoft internal stakeholders on policy issues related to technology adoption in defense and national security
Advocacy: Be the lead spokesperson and contributor to Microsoft’s external thought leadership on creating enabling public policies to support the adoption of cloud computing, AI and related technologies for cyber/national security and defense in Japan, as well as ensuring that related Government of Japan policies and investments support greater interoperability between regional allies and defense industrial base partners, underpinned by secure cloud services
Speak at public fora and/or with media/analysts, as well as working with regional Microsoft legal, industry and government affairs teams on related publications/blogs/whitepapers, and being available to speak with customers and other stakeholders at company events
Trusted advisor: Serve as a trusted advisor and expert resource for Microsoft’s teams in Japan on public policy issues relating to technology adoption in national security and defense, including security and interoperability requirements, procurement, fiscal and budgetary policy, and other rules
Provide insights and align with business segment leads to help identify and advance business opportunities related to AI/cybersecurity adoption and overall defense and national security modernisation in Japan, as well as keeping business leadership appraised of regulatory/legislative/political trends and risks relevant to both defense and civilian government cloud computing infrastructure in Japan
Engage and support the communications and marketing teams to align on key messages and talking points related to these topics

Fulltime

Public Relations Lead

Waymo is an autonomous driving technology company with the mission to be the wor...

Location

Japan , Tokyo

Salary:

Not provided

Waymo

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

10+ years experience in communications/ public relations
Experience with media relations, event organizers in Tokyo, Japan
Experience developing and executing on communications strategy for product, business, response comms
Very strong writing and communication skills
Experience in a fast paced and highly collaborative environment and ability to multi-task with a high bar for detail
Self-starter and independent worker
Excellent communicator and team player who is resourceful and organized and able to think strategically as well as tactically
Native-level Japanese proficiency and business-level English

Job Responsibility

Help tell the Waymo story and help communicate corporate, product, tech, safety, and other news to external audiences in Tokyo, Japan
Lead communications strategy for Tokyo market, including product updates and response comms
Support additional comms announcements regarding business and tech news, working in collaboration with your U.S. PR counterparts
Includes narrative development, writing, and execution
Build and maintain key relationships with Japanese media, conference organizers, researchers, and other external industry stakeholders
Collaborate closely with the rest of the PR team as well as key cross functional teams including Safety, Legal, Partnerships, Public Affairs, Marketing, Product, Engineering, and other internal teams
Responsible for some executive comms, including developing talking points, FAQs, and presentations

What we offer

Top-notch medical, dental and vision insurance
Mental wellness support
Gym membership
Special wellness programs
Competitive compensation
Bonus opportunities
Equity
Employees provident fund
Perks and employee discounts
Flexibility to work from another location for four weeks per year

Fulltime

Corporate Affairs Senior Manager

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Manager of Corporate Affairs to ...

Location

Japan , Tokyo

Salary:

Not provided

Amgen

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Master’s degree and 6 years of Communications and/or Advocacy experience
Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of Communications and/or Advocacy experience
Fluent in Japanese and English
Proven experience in corporate communications, public affairs, or public relations or an adjacent field, within healthcare, pharmaceuticals, or biotechnology
Strong ability to understand business priorities and contribute to effective, strategic communication plans
Skilled at translating complex topics into creative yet compliant storytelling that aligns with commercial and corporate goals
Demonstrated success working in a multinational, matrixed organization, leading through influence and aligning diverse stakeholders
Proven ability to work cross-culturally across JAPAC and global teams
Understanding and appreciation of Japanese culture, landscape, and stakeholder expectations and communication approaches
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively across teams

Job Responsibility

Develop and deliver impactful product communications for launches of new medicines and expanded indications
Execute integrated communications strategies across media, emerging media, social and digital media to support corporate priorities, therapeutic areas, and key brand milestones and opportunities
Contribute to strengthening Amgen K.K.’s reputation through clear and authentic storytelling that resonates with key audiences across Japan
Develop and lead an advocacy engagement strategy that fosters trusted relationships with patient advocacy groups, to amplify the patient voice and support improved access to care
Drive disease and patient education communications in partnership with the Brand team including Marketing, Medical, and Value and Access functions
Collaborate with cross-functional partners, including Commercial, Government Affairs, Medical, Legal, Regulatory, to deliver communication activities that highlight Amgen’s commitment to innovation and contribution to Japanese society
Support internal communication efforts to help foster a connected, energized employee culture
Leverage generative AI and analytics tools to elevate quality, speed, and personalization of communications, improve working efficiency, and unlock actionable insights that inform strategies and optimizations
Coordinate best practices and learnings with colleagues in the JAPAC region and the Global Corporate Affairs team
Oversee vendors, when appropriate, ensuring high-quality execution, compliance, and budget discipline

Senior Director of Public Relations & Marketing

Director of Public Relations drives awareness of the Hotel through all public re...

Location

Japan , Tokyo

Salary:

Not provided

Four Seasons

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
Minimum five years’ experience in related industries, preferably within luxury hospitality
Excellent writing, presentation and communications skills
Proven relationships with media, community and business contacts
Strong strategic mind-set and business acumen
Solid experience in digital marketing
The ability to create integrated marketing campaigns, newsworthy events, develop story ideas and follow through with pitch leads
Photography skills and an eye for aesthetic
Attention to detail and organization
Media relations experience

Job Responsibility

Leads in media relations by actively managing professional relationships with local and international media/social media influencers/bloggers
Manage relationships with public relations agencies, assist with marketing briefs
Actively participates in community events
Leads weekly internal PR meetings for Food & Beverage, Catering, Spa, and Rooms
Identify coaching moments and ensure opportunities of learning and development
Establish a rapport with the PR & Communications team and other divisions
Supervise the day-to-day duties of the PR & Communications team
Hold monthly department meetings
Participate in and develop staff training programs and development plans
Supervise, train and motivate department staff

What we offer

Competitive Salary, wages, and a comprehensive benefits package
Excellent Training and Development opportunities
Complimentary Accommodation at other Four Seasons Hotels and Resort
50％F&B outlet discount for other Four Seasons Hotel in Japan
Complimentary Employee Meals
Social insurance
Define contribution benefit
Yearly health checks up

Fulltime

Amyloidosis, Medical Affairs Scientist

The MAS role family comprises a variety of medical scientific specialties, such ...

Location

Japan , Tokyo

Salary:

Not provided

Pfizer

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum requirement: 4 year university undergraduate degree AND master’s degree in life science, or Pharmacists 4-year university graduates with pharmacist license and master’s degree or above or equivalent life science research experience, or 6–year university graduates with pharmacist license, or Nurses with master’s degree or above, or Veterinarians, or Dentists, or MDs
Preferred: In addition to those who meet the minimum requirements above, the qualifications below are preferred MD (clinical experience, board certification preferred), or PhD in Life Science
Technical Skills: Medical/ pharmaceutical expert knowledge of therapeutic disease area/ products
Ability to communicate appropriately and build good relationship with internal/external stakeholders
Work effectively with teams and across functions by demonstrate Pfizer’s Values & Behaviors and the agility to learn from others
Capable of medical discussion with relevant departments and external HCPs.
A person who understands compliance and relevant laws/regulations in the pharmaceutical industry and advocates the appropriate use of the products.
Can demonstrate appropriate knowledge and understanding of internal organization structure, key stakeholders and strategies
A person who is able to quickly acquire necessary medical/ scientific knowledge and skills though self-learning
Experience: Work experience at functions of: Medical Affairs

Job Responsibility

Demonstrate medical and scientific leadership and expertise
Provide and exchange medical/ scientific information for/from medical institutions (and other related sources) in the assigned area and from stakeholders.
Drive for heightened understanding of the clinical and medical attributes of our products in order to enhance the safe and efficacious use.
Maintain the highest scientific standards during in/ external activities to provide deep medical and scientific expertise.
Contribute to the implementation of local medical strategies and life cycle clinical plans for inline and pipeline medicines / vaccines to address unmet medical needs and fill data gaps.
Make important contributions to decisions of medical strategies for assigned products, in order to ensure safe, proper, and effective use of assigned products.
Contribute to achieving the department/team goals, and/or participate in cross-organizational projects as a core member and provide guidance to deliver the results.
Play an active role in supporting members in the team/organization with the line manager to move towards its goals
Develop and execute the medical plan aligned with the medical strategy to meet unmet medical needs in the assigned product(s) and therapeutic area(s) in collaboration with office medical
Identify unmet medical needs and healthcare disparities in the assigned asset(s) and therapeutic area(s) through medical activities such as advisory board meetings and scientific exchanges with HCPs and other relevant individuals and organizations.

Fulltime

New

Regional Counsel, APAC

As part of Waymo's Legal team, you will work on the exciting legal issues surrou...

Location

Japan , Tokyo

Salary:

Not provided

Waymo

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Law degree (LLB, LLM or JD)
Admitted to practice law in Japan
At least 8 years of experience practicing law, 4 of which involve practicing law in Japan
Experience assisting international technology companies with introducing novel products and services into Japan and other APAC countries
Experience engaging Japanese and other APAC regulators on a range of topics
Fluent in Japanese and English

Job Responsibility

Serve as lead attorney on a wide range of Japan and greater APAC related projects, and provide the full range of supporting legal services to other global Legal teams, including commercial deals, advocacy, event response, employment, and dispute resolution, in support of Waymo’s success in the region.
Provide strategic guidance to key cross-functional internal stakeholders on a wide range of legal, business, corporate strategy and governance issues relevant to Japan and the greater APAC region.
Work closely with key partners such as public policy, public affairs, product counsels, regulatory counsels, communications, compliance and others to jointly develop and implement winning strategies, including representing Waymo in interactions with local agencies and organizations as required.
Support cross-functional global teams with navigating country/region specific laws and regulations, including coordinating internally and externally to closely monitor, review, report on, and shape changing laws and regulations in Japan and the greater APAC region relevant to Waymo’s business.
Gain subject matter expertise in new areas as novel regional issues and topics emerge.
Support compliance and other corporate governance tasks related to Japan and the greater APAC region.

What we offer

Health and wellness: top-notch medical, dental and vision insurance, mental wellness support, gym membership, and special wellness programs
Financial wellness: competitive compensation, bonus opportunities, equity, employees provident fund, and lots of other perks and employee discounts
Flexibility and time off: flexibility to work from another location for four weeks per year, on-site or hybrid work model, remote working opportunities, paid time off, bereavement, sick, and parental leave

Fulltime

Regional Counsel, APAC

As part of Waymo's Legal team, you will work on the exciting legal issues surrou...

Location

Japan , Tokyo

Salary:

Not provided

Waymo

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Law degree (LLB, LLM or JD)
Admitted to practice law in Japan
At least 8 years of experience practicing law, 4 of which involve practicing law in Japan
Experience assisting international technology companies with introducing novel products and services into Japan and other APAC countries
Experience engaging Japanese and other APAC regulators on a range of topics
Fluent in Japanese and English

Job Responsibility

Serve as lead attorney on a wide range of Japan and greater APAC related projects, and provide the full range of supporting legal services to other global Legal teams, including commercial deals, advocacy, event response, employment, and dispute resolution, in support of Waymo’s success in the region
Provide strategic guidance to key cross-functional internal stakeholders on a wide range of legal, business, corporate strategy and governance issues relevant to Japan and the greater APAC region
Work closely with key partners such as public policy, public affairs, product counsels, regulatory counsels, communications, compliance and others to jointly develop and implement winning strategies, including representing Waymo in interactions with local agencies and organizations as required
Support cross-functional global teams with navigating country/region specific laws and regulations, including coordinating internally and externally to closely monitor, review, report on, and shape changing laws and regulations in Japan and the greater APAC region relevant to Waymo’s business
Gain subject matter expertise in new areas as novel regional issues and topics emerge
Support compliance and other corporate governance tasks related to Japan and the greater APAC region

What we offer

Top-notch medical, dental and vision insurance
Mental wellness support
Gym membership
Special wellness programs
Competitive compensation
Bonus opportunities
Equity
Employees provident fund
Perks and employee discounts
Flexibility to work from another location for four weeks per year

Fulltime

New

Corporate Affairs Senior Manager

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Manager of Corporate Affairs to ...

Location

Japan , Tokyo

Salary:

Not provided

Amgen

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Master’s degree and 6 years of Communications and/or Advocacy experience
Bachelor’s degree and 4 years of Communications and/or Advocacy experience
Fluent in Japanese and English
Proven experience in corporate communications, public affairs, or public relations or an adjacent field, within healthcare, pharmaceuticals, or biotechnology
Strong ability to understand business priorities and contribute to effective, strategic communication plans
Skilled at translating complex topics into creative yet compliant storytelling that aligns with commercial and corporate goals
Demonstrated success working in a multinational, matrixed organization, leading through influence and aligning diverse stakeholders
Proven ability to work cross-culturally across JAPAC and global teams
Understanding and appreciation of Japanese culture, landscape, and stakeholder expectations and communication approaches
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work collaboratively across teams

Job Responsibility

Develop and deliver impactful product communications for launches of new medicines and expanded indications
Execute integrated communications strategies across media, emerging media, social and digital media to support corporate priorities, therapeutic areas, and key brand milestones and opportunities
Contribute to strengthening Amgen K.K.’s reputation through clear and authentic storytelling that resonates with key audiences across Japan
Develop and lead an advocacy engagement strategy that fosters trusted relationships with patient advocacy groups, to amplify the patient voice and support improved access to care
Drive disease and patient education communications in partnership with the Brand team including Marketing, Medical, and Value and Access functions
Collaborate with cross-functional partners, including Commercial, Government Affairs, Medical, Legal, Regulatory, to deliver communication activities that highlight Amgen’s commitment to innovation and contribution to Japanese society
Support internal communication efforts to help foster a connected, energized employee culture
Leverage generative AI and analytics tools to elevate quality, speed, and personalization of communications, improve working efficiency, and unlock actionable insights that inform strategies and optimizations
Coordinate best practices and learnings with colleagues in the JAPAC region and the Global Corporate Affairs team
Oversee vendors, when appropriate, ensuring high-quality execution, compliance, and budget discipline

Fulltime

Public Relations Lead, Japan

Waymo

Location:
Japan , Tokyo

Category:
Public Relations

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Job Description:

Job Responsibility:

Requirements:

Nice to have:

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 19, 2026

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