【Head of Business Development, Japan】

About the Company

This client is an international tech company aggressively expanding in the Japanese Market.

After setting up an office in Japan, they are now looking for an experienced Head of Product, to spearhead the development and expansion of their innovative product offerings in Japan

Responsibilities

• Develop a key account management plan in line with the organizational strategy, aiding stakeholders in adopting the product.
• Create monitoring tools aligned with business objectives.
• Strengthen partnerships with key collaborators for growth and smooth operations.
• Build and motivate a high-performing team, setting challenging goals and providing guidance.
• Collaborate with the executive team in HQ for business alignment and competitive advantage.

• 12+ years experience in business development, partnership development or similar in Japan.
• Bilingual Japanese and English skills are a must
• Strong relationship management skills with both Japanese and International stakeholders
• Consulting background at a Big Four firm is an advantage
• Extensive background in the B2C tech industry, and knowledge of Japan's regulatory and competitive landscape.
• Strong digital mindset, resilience, and resourcefulness.
• Effective cross-cultural communication, potentially with international or non-Japanese HQ experience, or experience working abroad
• Proven success in growing businesses, especially in B2C digital startups, is a strong advantage.