Senior Corporate Planning Manager
Job Description:
Rakuten Group, Inc. is a global leader in internet services and has a diverse ecosystem spanning across e-commerce, fintech, communications and more serving approximately 1.8 billion members worldwide. Founded in Tokyo in 1997, the Group operates in over 30 countries and regions with more than 30,000 employees.
Based in Singapore's Central Business District, Rakuten Asia Pte. Ltd. serves as the regional headquarters for Asia, driving value through areas such as advertising product development, product strategy, and data management to support Rakuten Group's global ecosystem.
Learn more at: https://global.rakuten.com/corp/
Summary:
We’re looking for a dynamic Senior Corporate Planning Manager to join our Corporate Planning Department. In this role, you’ll drive strategic initiatives and support corporate operations across Rakuten Asia and its APAC group companies. You’ll be involved in enhancing governance, implementing internal policies, coordinating key meetings, and act as a trusted partner between HQ and regional stakeholders. Your insights and analysis will help shape business development across the region.
Responsibilities:
Business Strategy & Problem Solving: Identify, analyze, and address business challenges to support operational efficiency.
Corporate Operations Support: Guide and support group companies to ensure alignment with HQ standards and regional best practices.
Governance & Compliance: Strengthen governance and compliance frameworks and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
Policy Development: Draft, implement, and maintain internal policies that promote consistency and operational effectiveness.
Meeting Management: Organize and facilitate key meetings, including Board of Directors (BOD), Annual General Meetings (AGM), and regional-wide meetings.
Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a key liaison between HQ and regional stakeholders, ensuring smooth communication and coordination.
Research & Financial Analysis: Conduct market research and financial analysis to support strategic planning and business development.
Skills and Experiences:
Must Have:
Minimum 15 years of working experience in corporate planning or related functions
Experience managing subsidiaries at a Regional HQ or Global Headquarters, or expertise in governance, compliance, or FP&A.
Strong project management skills with broad knowledge of corporate operations
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Strong analytical, logical thinking and quantitative skills
Able to converse in both English and Japanese, as you’ll work closely with senior management and stakeholders based in Japan
Rakuten is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications regardless of sex, marital status, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, religious belief, or age.