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 energize 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 recognized 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 vibrant Tokyo team where cultural insight meets bold ideas.
Weber Shandwick is seeking a talented and proactive Senior Manager / Account Director (title commensurate with experience) to join our growing social impact practice, working with members with global background .
You will work closely with both clients and internal teams to support strategic communication planning, lead media , and deliver exceptional results that drive brand impact.
What Will You Be Doing?Leads/manages multiple integrated work streams and partners with mid-level clients to deliver on time/on budget work plans with minimal
supervision:
Drives development of tactical plans, translating strategies into tactics, ensuring high quality deliverables align with strategies.
Builds expertise and understanding in sustainability and social impact.
Facilitates cross-functional team integration; contributes to development of client programs and cross-community implementation activities
Advance's ability to develop long-term client plans and program recommendations
Proactively supports and suggests improvements to exceed client expectations by leveraging industry knowledge/experience
Develops and builds relationships with media and diverse set of influencers
Brainstorms and brings to life compelling ideas for clients, media and influencers
Manages ongoing team resourcing/staffing to ensure successful delivery of work product
Manages development of media materials, and conducts media outreach
Who Are You?
5–7 years of experience in public relations, sustainability communications, ESG, corporate reputation, or integrated communications — ideally within a PR or consulting agency.
A strong interest in (or background working with) sustainability, social impact, ESG initiatives, purpose-driven campaigns, or organizations driving positive change.
Native-level Japanese communication skills with strong written and verbal English proficiency, enabling effective collaboration with global and regional teams.Comfortable leading cross-market collaboration and translating global sustainability strategies into locally relevant, actionable communication programs.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and workstreams simultaneously, with a high level of attention to detail and accountability.
A confident, thoughtful communicator who can guide clients, mentor junior staff, and contribute proactively as a collaborative team player.
Familiarity with digital, social, and key opinion leaders' engagement as it relates to sustainability storytelling and purpose-led campaigns in the Japanese market.
Passionate about social issues, environmental trends, cultural insights, and creative storytelling that inspire awareness, behavior change, and positive impact.What You'll Bring To The Team
A collaborative, inclusive mindset and the positive energy needed to inspire teams, clients, and partners around purpose-driven work.
Genuine curiosity about Japanese culture, social trends, and the evolving sustainability landscape, with a passion for meaningful, values-led storytelling.
A strong sense of ownership, professionalism, and commitment to delivering high-quality work that drives real impact for clients and communities.
A desire to continue growing as a communications leader within a supportive, mission-driven, and globally connected environment.About Our Client Experience Community
Members of our Client Experience Community are business partners to our clients by helping them to address opportunities or issues with communications strategies.
We are the instigators of great work, lead the strategic development of integrated, cross-platform solutions and serve as the client's advocate, ensuring quality ideas and an outstanding client experience.
Client experiences teams set the agenda and vision for our partners, lead the development of our best work and create fruitful client relationships.
We explore marketplace opportunities and clients need to grow our relationships and increase our value as a trusted partner to our clients in their best and most challenging days.
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