Licensing Manager
On-siteTokyo, Tokyo, Japan
Job Summary
Develop and implement business processes aligned with strategy, tracking new licensing agreements and financials for Japan. Manage budget projections, analyze revenue data, and localize corporate communications and brand materials. Collaborate with Finance, Legal, Marketing, and PR teams to drive Japan strategy, execute special projects, and manage internal visitor itineraries and external B2B events. Gather and analyze business data to identify opportunities, establish internal policies, and release the Japan Newsletter to partners. Requires thorough knowledge of the Japan licensing landscape, experience managing external licensees and agencies, and flexibility to work outside regular hours.
Required Qualifications
- A proactive storyteller with a global mindset
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work with brand and business teams to develop and execute against measurable goals
- Strong lifestyle and entertainment / media relationships across the industries Authentic works with
- Thorough knowledge of the Japan business and licensing landscape
- Experience managing external partners, including licensees and agencies
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in licensing business development & marketing
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
- Must be flexible to the needs of a global business and be available outside of regular working hours
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