Hybrid Account Executive

at The Hoffman Agency

• Job title: Account Executive
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Tokyo, Japan

About the role

• Account Executive in integrated marketing communications at Hoffman Agency, focusing on tech innovations. Responsible for client relations, content creation, media relations, and project management.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to big-picture thinking and how ideas come to life across paid, owned, and earned channels—ensuring every touchpoint works together to move audiences.
• Craft sharp pitching strategies, uncover compelling story angles, and build relationships with media that matter.
• Competently develop executive briefing materials, orchestrating media moments that make impact.
• Bring stories to life with accuracy, consistency, and flair. Develop key materials—press releases, Q&As, bylines— in line with client narratives and messaging in both Japanese and English.
• Turn data into meaning. Pull together reports, track performance against goals, and deliver insights that help clients see what’s working—and what’s next.
• Own specific project components, holding yourself accountable to team and clients, updating on progress and being a proactive partner to all stakeholders.
• Support on day-to-day activities with precision, working closely with senior leaders to ensure seamless execution.
• Help fuel growth by contributing to RFPs, shaping pitch narratives, and supporting new business conversations that open doors.
• Guide interns and other junior teammates with thoughtful feedback, coaching both hard and soft skills so they can grow into the next generation of agency talent.

Requirements

• Degree in Communications, PR, Marketing, Journalism, Business, or related disciplines – or a compelling track record that shows equivalent capability.
• Early exposure to PR, integrated communications, marketing, or media through internships, project work, freelance assignments, or campus initiatives.
• Understanding of digital and social platforms, paired with curiosity about how content, data, and technology influence modern communication.
• Strong writing instincts, with the ability to shape messages, craft narratives, and express ideas clearly.
• Analytical mindset that turns information into insights and actionable recommendations.
• Collaborative working style, comfortable partnering with teammates and clients across markets and cultures.
• Growth-focused attitude – open to feedback, eager to learn, and motivated to build a meaningful consulting career.
• Professional and reliable presence, able to stay composed and effective in fast-moving situations.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits
• Career growth opportunities
• Four-week paid sabbatical after four years of service