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The Pokémon Company International · 2 days ago

Sr. Project Manager - Bilingual Japanese & English

The Pokémon Company International is a subsidiary responsible for brand management and marketing of the Pokémon franchise outside of Asia. They are seeking a Sr. Project Manager to facilitate communication and collaboration between their offices in Japan and the U.S., supporting the President's Office in managing company relations and cross-functional initiatives.

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Responsibilities

Coordinate regular reporting and updates between TPCi and TPC, ensuring information accuracy and timely delivery to executive stakeholders
Support the Chief of Staff in handling ad-hoc requests, presentations, and communications requiring the President's attention
Manage logistics and materials for executive interactions and recurring business reviews with TPC and other affiliates
Partner with TPCi Corporate Communications and TPC PR teams to align on group-wide messaging for internal and external stakeholders
Support TPCi’s Head of Corporate Communications the creation and localization of communications that promote cultural and organizational alignment across Pokémon group companies
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and deliver educational and communication content to help employees learn about Pokémon’s heritage, business, and values
Help drive initiatives that strengthen employee connection to the company's global mission and brand identity
Assist the Chief of Staff and President's Office in managing strategic and cross-functional projects
Facilitate project coordination, tracking, and reporting to ensure goals are met on time and with quality
Identify opportunities to streamline communication and strengthen collaboration across regions and functions

Qualification

Corporate CommunicationsBilingual Japanese & EnglishProject ManagementStakeholder CoordinationCultural UnderstandingAgile Problem-SolvingTeam CollaborationAttention to DetailPresentation Skills

Required

8+ years of experience in project management, corporate communications, or business operations roles within multinational or culturally diverse organizations
Native-level fluency in Japanese and English, both written and spoken, required
Excellent writing, presentation, and organizational skills, combining careful attention to detail with a talent for crafting clear and engaging stories
Proven ability to manage executive-level communication, reporting, and stakeholder coordination
Strong understanding of Japanese business culture and corporate communication protocols
Agile problem-solver who can adapt to shifting priorities and collaborate effectively across functions
Team-first mindset with professionalism, discretion, and integrity in handling sensitive information
High motivation to learn, grow, and contribute to the evolution of the President's Office and broader organization

Preferred

Experience working in entertainment, media, or global brand-driven environments

Benefits

100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for you.
Generous paid family leave.
Employer-paid life insurance.
Employer-paid long and short-term income protection insurance.
US Employees: 401k Employer Matching.
UK/IRE/MX Employees: Pension Employer Contributions.
Fitness reimbursement.
Commuter benefit.
LinkedIn learning.
Comprehensive relocation package for certain roles.
Hybrid work environment.

Company

The Pokémon Company International

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Join one of the most popular children’s entertainment properties in the world! The Pokémon Company International, a subsidiary of The Pokémon Company in Japan, manages the property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing, marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokémon website.

H1B Sponsorship

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2024 (1)
2022 (2)
2021 (1)
2020 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Leon Suh
Chief Financial Officer
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Cameron Meyer
Brand Services Partner
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