Description Amazon Japan is seeking a dynamic and experienced Corporate Communications Lead to develop and execute comprehensive communication strategies that enhance our brand reputation and align with our business objectives. This role involves managing external and internal communications, crisis management, and collaborating with senior leadership to effectively convey Amazon's mission and values to diverse stakeholders. Key job responsibilities • Oversee and manage Stores Communications including all strategic plans for core retail areas covering retail strategy, consumer campaigns, news generation and product placement including categories such as: Consumables (food, health and beauty), Life & Leisure, Private Brands, Fashion and B-to-B Businesses • Manage key retail events and building cross category campaigns • Drive strategic launches around shopping innovations • Drive communications strategies to support membership programs – with strong focus on Amazon Prime • Successfully manage complex, fast-moving and unexpected communications challenges and manage issues / media inquiries related to Retail business • Act as a business partner to Amazon Stores Leadership team across key areas, collaborating with internal stakeholder teams to drive successful program launches • Deliver strategic communications counsel to internal executives on both short and long term challenges and opportunities • Write strategic plans, messaging and press releases; pitch and secure top media, including print, broadcast and online outlets • Build excellent relationships with key media • Effectively represent Amazon as spokesperson Basic Qualifications • 15+ years’ work experience developing/implementing and evaluating brand communications strategies. • Excellent written and spoken English and Japanese language skills. • Knowledge and understanding of both Japanese and Western business cultures and ability to provide counsel regarding each. • Extensive experience of managing cross channel campaigns with strong media contacts and social elements in consumer arenas. • Hands-on experience of digital and social media as well as influencer marketing / communication. • Issues management experience including development of messaging and Q&A documents. • Strong understanding of measuring the impacts and benefits of communications programs. • Experience with crisis management and planning • Experience in managing agencies and budgets • University degree Preferred Qualifications • Communications expert – with a demonstrated insight for what works for a brand and a strong contact book • Strategic and creative - ensures that PR activity delivers against business objectives and articulates key messages while being inspiring and thinking big • Tactically aware - knowledgeable about what’s going on in the media, social media and on the site and combine those areas for maximum PR benefit • Consistently demonstrates Proactiveness- enjoys taking responsibility and making things happen • Organized - able to juggle multiple projects simultaneously while managing essential admin work • Has experience in people management. Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you’re applying in isn’t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.