We welcome individuals who excel in collaborative, varied teams and value the unique contributions that each person brings to the table.
Jellyfish is a global digital marketing agency; a unique fusion of tech enthusiasts, creative minds, and media and data experts all united to empower our clients along their digital journey.
Our commitment to embracing diverse perspectives fuels our innovation and strategies that challenge the status quo, reinvent media activation, and craft influential stories for our global clients and their customers.
Join us in shaping a future where business growth and personal fulfilment go hand in hand.Job Description
Reporting to the VP of Paid Media, you will create impact within our capability, contribute your expertise as a Paid Media Director to lead and elevate our Paid Media capabilities across the Japan market.
This high-impact role will serve as the market lead and strategic visionary for Paid Media in Japan, directly contributing to our growth and success in the region.
As a senior leader within our APAC team, you will oversee a growing team of Paid Media specialists, drive innovation in digital strategy, and foster a high-performance culture focused on excellence, collaboration, and transformation.
People Management & Leadership
Lead, inspire, and develop a team of 5-10+ local and international Paid Media professionals, with plans to grow.
Cultivate a collaborative, inclusive, and high-achieving work environment.
Facilitate a strong, proactive, collaborative culture between local and international/offshore team members.
Provide hands-on coaching, mentorship, and career development support.
Conduct performance reviews and develop individual growth plans.
Strategic Direction
Define and execute the strategic vision for Paid Media in Japan.
Align market goals with Jellyfish's global and regional Paid Media strategy.
Implement best-in-class processes for campaign management, client service, and team operations.
Oversee workload management and ensure optimal resource allocation.
Stay at the forefront of Paid Media trends and lead innovation within the capability.
Client & Partner Relationship Management
Build and maintain strong relationships with key clients and internal stakeholders.
Foster and manage local relationships with key technology and platform partners, such as Google, Meta, YAHOOJapan, Amazon, etc.
Collaborate seamlessly with other Jellyfish capabilities and global teams.
Act as a strategic advisor, identifying and addressing client needs proactively.
Performance & Reporting
Track and report team performance against key KPIs and client objectives.
Deliver insightful reports and recommendations to APAC leadership.
Identify and implement opportunities to optimise campaign strategy and ROI.
Qualifications
10+ years of experience in Paid Media Advertising, ideally within an agency setting.
Bilingual fluency across both Japanese and English is required.
Experience working with Japanese clients and a detailed understanding of the Japanese media ecosystem.
Proven success in leading and scaling digital marketing teams in dynamic, agile environments.
Demonstrated experience in matrix organisations with cross-market collaboration.
Expertise across major digital marketing and advertising platforms and channels, including Paid Search, Paid Social, Programmatic Display and Video, and Retail Media.
Expertise in Google Marketing Platform tools, including:
Search Ads 360
Display & Video 360
Campaign Manager 360
Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into executable plans.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Exceptional organisational, analytical, and prioritisation abilities.
What We Offer
A vibrant and collaborative global team environment
Access to cutting-edge tools, platforms, and training
Opportunities for personal and professional development
Flexible working arrangements and a strong commitment to work-life balance
The chance to shape the future of Paid Media for top-tier global clients
Note:
We emphasise skills, expertise and behavioural attributes over years of experience and traditional degrees. If you want to join our collaborative team, we invite you to apply today with your resume in English.
Additional Information
Join Jellyfish and experience a workplace where we prioritise your growth, celebrate your contributions, and empower you to tailor your work environment to suit your needs.
Reward:
You'll be eligible to join our discretionary annual bonus scheme.
Custom Work Environment:
Work remotely for up to 60% of your days and shape your day between 8am and 6:30pm with flexible working hours.
Growth, Your Way:
Accumulate one paid day each month (2 hours per week) for self-development and access to Jellyfish Learn.
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