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Account Director, Consumer

Tokyo, Japan

Who is Weber Shandwick?

Part of The Weber Shandwick Collective (TWSC), we’re the earned-first global communications agency, led by world-class strategic thinkers and creative activators. We create shared and sustainable value for businesses, people, and society. We energise the right mix of talent, using the right platforms and latest technology to choreograph stories that make a real and meaningful impact for some of the world’s leading brands and businesses. 

Our game-changing work is recognised by some of the most prestigious industry awards bodies, and we have won more than 135 Lions at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. We’re also PRWeek’s 2024 Global Agency of the Year as well as being listed on the Ad Age A-List 2024 and Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies 2024. 

What’s Happening? 

Join our dynamic team where innovation meets expertise. Weber Shandwick Tokyo is looking for an experienced, ambitious and energetic Account Director to join our team and support some of our most exciting clients, both global and domestic. (Will also consider candidates at Senior Manager level) 

You will have the unique opportunity to shape the narrative for leading companies in the consumer space. You’ll be joining a talented team that creates cultural value and helps brands navigate the ever-changing age of communications. 

We are proud to work with the world’s largest corporations, companies, and organisations. This role offers you the same opportunity – to work with the biggest and best clients in the world.   

What will you be doing? 

• Builds client relationships by providing counsel to multiple clients, driving execution of tactical plans to ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Successfully manages client expectations, team resources, and deliverables around major campaigns and projects.
• Serves as an active participant in client meetings and presentations; crafts, presents, and executes integrated communications strategies for major campaigns.
• Conducts and manages the flow of research and materials development necessary to analyse client issues.
• Functions across disciplines with a knowledge of social media strategies and tactics.
• Monitors media outlets for coverage of client and competitor news, leveraging digital and social outlets, a diverse set of influencers, etc.
• Understands industry issues that directly and indirectly affect the client.
• Composes media materials (press releases, pitch notes, client briefings, messaging documents, sample Q&A, proposals, bylined articles, supporting social content, etc.) and conducts media outreach.
• Proofs and edits client-related documents.
• Brainstorms and brings to life compelling ideas for clients and media.
• Leads small teams to conduct pressing research on a wide range of issues, reviews and prepares executive summaries and/or analyses of information into strategic and actionable recommendations. 

Who are you? 

• You will have at least 7-8 years of working in the Marketing and Communications field, with previous PR agency experience.  
• Proven experience of media relations planning for consumer clients. 
• Native Japanese speaker and exceptional written and verbal communication skills. A strong command of English is also required. 
• Ability to lead by example and take time to mentor junior members of the team. Be patient and identify areas of development and provide training that could support their growth. 
• Excellent project management and organisational skills 
• Ability to translate client needs into effective project plans.
• Strong collaboration and vendor management skills are essential – you’ll be able to work effectively and build strong relationships with the client, internal stakeholders and external vendors such as event, creative and influencer marketing agencies 
• You’ll be a strong negotiator, with the ability to influence and persuade others 
• Experience of delivering integrated marketing and communications campaigns across multiple platforms.
• Ability to effectively build external relationships. 

TWSC Values

Everything we do at TWSC is rooted in our core values of CURIOSITY, INCLUSION, COURAGE and IMPACT.

We believe that the world of work has changed, which is why we have developed a unique employee experience that reflects the world we’re living in. Here’s what we offer:

Flexible Working – We understand the need for flexible working and empower our employees to deliver impactful work wherever they are based.

Global Mobility –We unlock opportunities for our employees by utilising our powerful network, and through our mobility initiative Access All Areas, which includes policies on ‘Work from Anywhere’, ‘International Relocation’ and our global ‘Explorer Program’

Inclusive Culture – We look for qualified people from all backgrounds who are restless, curious and want to deliver impactful work in an environment where everyone can be their authentic selves. We strive every day to foster as inclusive a culture as possible.

Mental Health and Wellbeing – Helping our people stay happy, healthy, and productive is our number one priority, so we’ll support your day-to-day life with our bespoke Intellect wellbeing offering

Note from the team

Weber Shandwick is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Weber Shandwick is committed to building a culture where all employees are seen as equal, are respected and where all opinions are heard. We take pride in our inclusive hiring, as well as our diverse workforce and we welcome applications from all qualified candidates

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