Media Relations & Reputation - Manager

• Manage external communication strategy from planning, execution, and assessment.
• Drive the high-quality communication strategy of the “Sustainability” area to generate a positive external reputation.
• Develop relationships with national and regional press contacts and the government to promote the company's reputation and deflect criticism.
• Provide advice and support junior members to develop effective communication plans and content.
• Being a liaison with the Sustainability team to leverage their expertise and accelerate communication strategy.
• Manage owned media strategy, such as the company's official website and social media (LinkedIn, Facebook, note), to effectively amplify the company's message.
• Helped GM accomplish the team goal through external communication.

*This role is an individual contributor, equivalent to a manager level, and will report to the General Manager of Media Relations & Reputation.

• BA or equivalent qualification above. A specific communication/public relations/brand qualification would be a plus.
• Requires experience in communications functions either inside or outside the company. Experience could vary depending on developed personal skills, but the minimum is 5 years, and 10+ years better.
• Experience in insurance/financial institutions is a plus.
• Experiences in working for a global company with frequent contacts with headquarters are excellent to have.
• Strategic communication planning and execution skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to capture corporate-level strategy and critical topics and then translate them into communications content.
• Ability to manage the timeline.
• Ability to make a quick understanding of the business contexts (insurance market, company's strategy, and projects)
• Strong writing/speaking skills, both in English and Japanese, are a must.
• Project management skills