Sr. Project Manager - Bilingual Japanese & English

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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. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children's entertainment properties in the world.

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Job Title:

Sr. Project Manager - JE Bilingual
FLSA Classification (US Only):
Exempt
People Manager:
No

About the role

We’re looking for a bilingual and highly organized professional to join the President’s Office as a Sr. Project Manager. This role is perfect for someone who thrives at the intersection of communication, coordination, and cultural connection— someone who can interpret various nuances about the group companies and Pokémon brand into respective but practical collaboration between The Pokémon Company International (TPCi), The Pokémon Company (TPC) in Japan, and other group affiliates.

You’ll partner closely with the Chief of Staff to support the President in managing Pokémon Group company relations, ensuring consistent communication, seamless reporting, and timely response to matters requiring executive attention. You’ll also facilitate cross-company collaboration between TPCi’s Corporate Communications team and TPC’s PR organization to deliver cohesive messaging to both internal and external audiences.

This role also supports the development of learning and communication content that helps employees deepen their understanding of TPCi’s history, culture, and brand. Over time, the position will evolve into managing cross-functional initiatives led by the President’s Office, contributing directly to organizational alignment and execution excellence.

Key Responsibilities Group Company Relations & Executive Support

• 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.

Communications & Messaging Alignment

• 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.

Learning & Engagement Initiatives

• 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.

Cross-Functional Project Support

• 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.

What you’ll bring

• 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.
• Experience working in entertainment, media, or global brand-driven environments preferred.
• Agile problem-solver who can adapt to shifting priorities and collaborate effectively across functions.
• Team-first mindset with professionalism,…