Calm nerves, clear thoughts, sharp focus - and the ability to keep smiling sincerely as a rush of people simultaneously demand instant satisfaction. Those are a few descriptions of the personalities in this PR team. And here`s one more: unflappable - operating in a fast, dynamic, sometimes hard-hitting world where no two days are ever the same. The goal is to present this leading international company, its products and its positions to audiences that include users, partners, shareholders, employees and the media. A strategic thinker with large doses of creativity, initiative and endless curiosity and nice composure will be ideal.

As PR Manager, you will work closely with other members of the team as well as collaborate with a variety of employees from Engineers to Product Managers to Executives. Your role will include assuming responsibility for managing large projects and initiatives. In addition to demonstrating considerable expertise in specific communications practices, you will also play a pivotal role in guiding more junior team members. Among your many attributes, you have the ability to write a wide variety of communications deliverables, have the skills to manage media inquires for a limited range of issues and have strong experience in dealing with external audiences. You possess the ability to process, understand and explain complex subject matter to both colleagues and those external to the company.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to create compelling demonstrations that illustrate functionality and key benefits of new product/services.
• Develop written materials, including messaging guidelines, press releases, Q&As, presentations and speeches.
• Represent as company spokesperson for a wide variety of media and other inquiries.
• Maintain Japan media database and speaking/event calendar as well as evaluating joint communications opportunities with technology partners.
• Train and provide advice to company officials for press conferences, media interviews and trade presentations.

• Minimum bachelors degree or equivalent experience; post-graduate or professional degrees preferred
• At least 3 years` professional experience in a fast-paced business or non-profit environment
• Demonstrated ability to work calmly and maintain good judgment in high-stress environments
• Expert communication skills - verbal and written in both English and Japanese
• Strong desire to help shape the future of the internet globally as well as a passion for new technologies including relevant products and services