Directeur.rice de Clientèle (pôle Corporate & Crise)

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Senior Financial Communications Professional - Tokyo

We are seeking a senior-level financial communications professional to join our growing global Financial Communications and Capital Markets practice, based in Tokyo. This is a high-impact role advising Japanese and multinational clients on complex corporate events and strategic issues including mergers and acquisitions, IPOs, restructurings, executive transitions, spin-offs, litigation, sustainability matters, regulatory developments, and investor relations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead/support a range of financial communications and special situations, including M&A, shareholder activism, defense against short-sellers, bankruptcies, initial public offerings, series financing, as well as earnings support and other ongoing investor relations activities
• Serve as a senior advisor to clients in Japan on a range of financial communications and capital markets matters
• Support clients in articulating a differentiated investment story that resonates with global and domestic investors, regulators, and the media
• Draft and review investor-facing materials such as earnings releases, IR presentations, Q&A documents, press releases, and executive speeches
• Drive proactive and reactive media relations, leveraging relationships with top-tier Japanese and international financial media
• Collaborate closely with other Weber Shandwick teams/offices and external partners such as legal counsel, IR firms, accounting advisors, on financial comms assignments

Strategic Leadership

• Manage the day-to-day relationships between internal teams and clients, ensuring high-quality and timely delivery of all communications materials
• Support thought leadership activities that better position Weber Advisory for capital markets and financial comms work
• Hire, mentor and develop junior team members and contribute to a collaborative team culture
• Ensure profitability of individual accounts, and sustained growth of the Financial Communications and Capital Markets business
• Participate in business development efforts and help grow the firm's presence in Japan and the broader APAC region

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field
• 8+ years of relevant experience in financial communications, investor relations, strategic consulting, corporate affairs, or equity research
• Deep knowledge of Japan's capital markets, financial reporting, disclosure regulations (e.g., TSE rules, FSA guidelines), and corporate governance practices
• Strong understanding of institutional and retail investor dynamics in Japan and across APAC
• Proven ability to advise C-suite executives and senior leadership during transformational events and sensitive situations
• Exceptional writing, storytelling, and messaging skills in native Japanese; English language proficiency is a strong advantage
• Thrives under pressure and can handle multiple projects in a demanding, deadline-oriented environment, while maintaining meticulous attention to detail
• Strong media relations experience with a track record of managing top-tier financial media
• Demonstrated proficiency with AI-powered tools transforming the PR industry, including content generation platforms, media monitoring systems, and data analytics tools. Highly organized, self-motivated, and detail-oriented, with excellent time management and project leadership skills
• Comfortable working in cross-cultural, cross-functional teams across time zones
• Demonstrated ability to lead, inspire, and grow high-performing teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with financial databases such as Bloomberg, S&P Cap IQ, FactSet, Refinitiv, as well as media databases including Cision, MuckRack, and staying current with emerging AI technologies and actively explores how these tools can enhance strategic communications, streamline workflows, and deliver measurable results for finance professionals
• Has experience directly counseling clients/senior ranking executives through a broad range of financial events, issues, and special situations
• Has experience with reputation management and promoting/protecting brands through integrated communications programs
• Experienced and interested in supporting new business/cross-selling efforts
• Experience working with multinational clients or in a global agency is a plus
• Experience developing crisis communication plans, talking points, stakeholder messaging, and internal communications strategies
• Media and crisis training experience are a plus

Note from the team

Weber Shandwick is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Weber Shandwick is committed to building a culture where all employees are seen as equal, are respected and where all opinions are heard. We take pride in our inclusive hiring, as well as our diverse workforce and we welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

Personal data held by Weber Shandwick relating to employment applications will be used in accordance with our Recruiting Privacy Statement, which is available on our website.

Due to the large number of applications received, we apologize if we are unable to provide a response or feedback on unsuccessful applications. We appreciate the time taken to apply for the role and your recent interest in Weber Shandwick.

Senior Associate/Account Manager - Healthcare - Brussels

The Public Affairs Practice at Weber Shandwick Brussels creates world class work and word's got out. Our reputation for delivering engaging campaigns that strike up conversations between policy makers and companies means we're working with an enviable client list across a diverse range of sectors including digital, healthcare, energy, transport, sustainability, social, trade, financial services and agriculture.

The Role and Responsibilities

• Leads/manages multiple integrated work streams and partners with mid level clients to deliver on time/on budget work plans with minimal supervision; Drives development of tactical plans, translating strategies into tactics, ensuring high quality deliverables align with strategies
• Demonstrates a thorough understanding of how to design and implement public affairs campaigns
• Applies working knowledge of communications to manage policy communications strategies on behalf of clients
• Actively participates in the development and implementation of program recommendations
• Supports new business pitch content creation and organic business growth efforts (proactive/reactive)
• Contributes to marketing and business development efforts

What We're Looking For

• Around 5 years of relevant working experience. Previous experience in other EU public affairs agencies or in EU institutions is a bonus.
• An excellent understanding of the EU institutions and political dynamics surrounding healthcare policies.
• Strong business acumen and appreciation of the commercial impact of policy decisions
• Capability as an advisor, including first class communication and writing skills
• An entrepreneurial approach to client servicing and business development
• Dynamic team player and able to work in a fast paced environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills

What We Offer

• Growing professionally in a trendsetting agency working with both local and global clients.
• A creative and casual dress company culture where you can be yourself, grow and innovate.
• Our flexible working model
• A competitive package and benefits.
• A great chance to learn and develop in this highly agile role.

About us

With over 15 different nationalities in the office, Weber Shandwick Brussels truly represents the heart of Europe. We're lucky to attract some of the best minds in PR & Comms. We're dynamic, open minded and fun. At Weber Shandwick, you can be yourself and own your impact.

We encourage an inclusive work environment where being authentic, caring for each other and being entrepreneurial are part of our core ways of working. We foster a culture of growth and collaboration, we celebrate the hard work we do, and we care for each other's wellbeing while doing it. Come work with us and be a part of shaping culture.

Weber Shandwick is proud to be an equal opportunity employer

Personal data held by Weber Shandwick relating to employment applications will be used in accordance with our Recruiting Privacy Statement, which is available on our website.

Due to the large number of applications received, we apologize if we are unable to provide a response or feedback on unsuccessful applications. We appreciate the time taken to apply for the role and your recent interest in Weber Shandwick.