FleishmanHillard's Japan operations were founded in 1997 and expanded through pure organic growth into a portfolio of branded specialties offering full-service communications consulting to foreign and domestic MNCs and governmental organizations.

The Japan office has an immediate opportunity for a Senior Account Executive to join our growing team. In this dynamic role, you will have the opportunity to build and maintain relationships with top Japanese clients, work closely with the media, and put your solid research, writing, and client management skills to use. You will advance brand communications objectives that embrace the client's strategy and positioning, and be an integral part of one of the most successful teams in the office.

Core Responsibilities

• Involved in implementing compelling B2B and/or B2C public relations/communications programs.
• Involved in day-to-day client servicing and coordination for Japanese and international clients.
• Involved in planning and executing projects by setting priorities and closely maintaining deadlines.
• Involved in building relationships with national and regional media.
• Involved in coordinating projects with other FH offices in Asia.
• Involved in developing and editing high-quality materials, including media correspondence, bylines, and speaking abstracts.

Key Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in an agency or corporate communications department, media, production, journalism, and/or marketing is a plus.
• Excellent speaking and writing abilities (both English and Japanese).
• Passionate about any kind of communication, including digital and social.
• Enjoy working on an international platform and working with teams across the Asia Pacific.
• Able to engage and develop media relationships with respective reporters, help to develop compelling story pitches, and secure stories in mainstream business media.
• Understanding of and some experience working with digital media outlets, including social networking sites and bloggers.
• Some project and event management skills, ability to work well within a team environment.
• Some client service skills, strong organizational skills, and creativity in problem-solving.
• Energetic, self-starter, and eager to learn.

About FleishmanHillard

FleishmanHillard specializes in public relations, reputation management, public affairs, brand marketing, digital strategy, social engagement, and content strategy. We have been named PRWeek's Global Agency of the Year and Best Places to Work; a "Standout Agency" on Advertising Age's A-List; NAFE's "Top 50 Companies for Executive Women" for six years running; and among our firm's award-winning work we've taken home 5 Lions in the past two years at the Cannes International Festival of Creativity. We're also more motivated by what we can give than what we receive. Over the last five years, we've initiated a worldwide service commitment to support social inclusion in the communities in which we work and live. FleishmanHillard is part of Omnicom Public Relations Group, a division of Omnicom Group Inc., and has more than 85 offices in 30 countries, plus affiliates in 43 countries. Visit us at

About Omnicom Public Relations Group

Omnicom Public Relations Group is a global collective of three of the top global public relations agencies worldwide and eight specialist agencies in public affairs, marketing to women, fashion, global health strategy and corporate social responsibility. It encompasses more than 6,000 public relations professionals in more than 330 offices worldwide who provide their expertise to companies, government agencies, NGOs and nonprofits across a wide range of industries. Omnicom Public Relations Group delivers for clients through a relentless focus on talent, continuous pursuit of innovation and a culture steeped in collaboration. Omnicom Public Relations Group is part of the DAS Group of Companies, a division of Omnicom Group Inc. that includes more than 200 companies in a wide range of marketing disciplines including advertising, public relations, healthcare, customer relationship management, events, promotional marketing, branding and research.

FleishmanHillard is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We'd like to thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Information collected will be strictly used for employment purposes.