Director of Communications at Johnson & Johnson managing communications strategy in the healthcare sector. Collaborating with global teams to drive organizational priorities and achieve commercial goals.
About the role
- Communications Specialist building brand reputation in Tokyo through strategic PR and media relations. Requires extensive media network, Japanese fluency, and 5–7 years experience.
Responsibilities
- Plan, develop, and implement comprehensive internal and external communications strategies for the Japanese market, ensuring alignment with global brand standards.
- Build and nurture high-value relationships with key media outlets, industry influencers, and customers to foster a loyal brand community.
- Lead end-to-end media engagement, including conducting interviews, drafting press releases for targeted media, and organising exclusive press events.
- Partner closely with the Marketing team to identify compelling customer stories and translate them into high-impact media outcomes.
- Act as the primary guardian of the brand’s external voice, reviewing partner and customer content for accuracy and brand consistency.
- Support local internal communications initiatives and employee events to maintain a cohesive and inspired team culture in Japan.
- Collaborate with Design Advocate teams to foster deep community relations and amplify the brand’s presence within the local ecosystem.
- Navigate complex communication scenarios with strategic foresight, providing decision-making support to country-level leadership.
Requirements
- BA/BS degree or equivalent experience
- 5–7 years of professional experience in communications or PR (agency or in-house), with a proven track record in the technology sector and experience partnering with country-level management.
- Native-level fluency in Japanese and professional proficiency in English, with the ability to craft clear, engaging messages for diverse stakeholders in both languages.
- Extensive network of Japanese media contacts and a deep understanding of the local current affairs and business landscape.
- Demonstrated creativity and initiative in developing innovative PR campaigns that capture attention in a crowded tech market.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to lead multiple high-priority projects in parallel.
- Exceptional attention to detail and a strategic mindset, capable of planning long-term PR roadmaps while reacting quickly to breaking news.
- Problem-solving agility and the confidence to advise senior stakeholders on reputation management and external positioning.
- Passion for the design and technology ecosystem, with a desire to empower the creative community in Japan.
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