Consultant, Strategy & Communications

About the role

As Teneo continues to grow its operations in Asia-Pacific, we are looking for a high calibre candidate to join our dynamic and professional Strategy and Communications team as a Consultant based in the firm's Tokyo office. As a Consultant, you will be responsible for providing the highest quality of research and insight to support our advisory offering to our diverse set of clients. You will support a wide range of activity to deliver the firm's core capabilities which include communications strategy, media relations, crisis management, transaction communications, investor relations, ESG advisory, market and industry research, and government relations This is a unique opportunity for a driven, self-motivated candidate to develop a successful career in a growing international advisory firm with excellent client exposure opportunities.

Responsibilities

• As a Consultant with the Strategy and Communications team, your role will include:
• Horizon scanning - keep abreast of current trends, news, and developments in the public domain, which include proactive media monitoring, and evaluate impact on clients.
• Stakeholder management - Build understanding and lists of stakeholder targets to support client account work, which may include but not limited to journalists, influencers, analysts and investors.
• Supporting new business development - supporting senior members of the team with new business proposals e.g. conducting research and developing insights to support the proposal building process.
• Furthermore, you will be expected to:
• Build strong client and team relationships;
• Provide support and insight to your client teams, proactively highlighting opportunities, and potential areas of concern;
• Build a strong network of effective relationships internally and externally; and
• Proactively seek formal and informal learning and development opportunities to support your professional growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree ideally in business, journalism, communications, public policy, finance or economics. A postgraduate degree is an advantage
• 1-2 years' of working experience at a large Japanese corporate or relevant experience in financial communications, banking/financial services, management consulting or public policy;
• Native fluency in Japanese and excellent Japanese writing and analytical skills are essential, as well as business-level fluency in English.
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal skills in business settings, including professional phone and email communications
• Organised and detail-oriented; able to multi-task and manage various responsibilities;
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel
• Experience with AI tools and social media platform management (LinkedIn, X, Reddit, etc.) is an added advantage
• Basic understanding of financial information
• International experience (study and/or work) a plus
• A strong interest in macroeconomic drivers, financial markets and geopolitics, business and current affairs.
• Candidate needs to be confident, mature and outgoing. An entrepreneurial spirit, can-do attitude and being a team player is essential
• Must display a strong work ethic, take personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work, with keen attention to detail, high standards and commitment to the role
• About Teneo
• Teneo is the global CEO advisory firm. We partner with our clients globally to do great things for a better future.

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Consultant, Strategy and Communications -Tokyo

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