Join a leading global fintech company as the Country Manager for Japan, where you'll drive revenue growth, oversee market strategy, and manage full operational ownership. This executive-level role requires a leader with strong experience scaling organizations, building cross-functional teams, and aligning global product and GTM strategies with local market needs. As the face of Japan operations, you'll play a key role in shaping the future of fintech in the region.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead revenue growth and full P&L ownership for the Japan business
- Build and manage cross-functional teams including Sales, BD, Customer Success, Presales, and Post-Sales
- Develop and operationalize go-to-market strategy tailored to the Japanese fintech ecosystem
- Ensure product-market fit by aligning customer feedback with product and GTM roadmap
- Represent Japan leadership across internal stakeholders and executive teams globally
- Drive alignment across sales, marketing, product, and partnerships functions to achieve growth targets
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Experience: 15+ years total, with 10+ years in growth strategy or revenue leadership roles (Sales, Marketing, Partnerships, etc.)
- Leadership: Proven ability to build and manage high-performing teams (10+ people)
- Strategic Planning: Deep understanding of GTM execution and scaling strategies
- Problem-Solving: Strong analytical mindset and ability to resolve cross-functional challenges
- Execution: Ability to operate at both strategic and tactical levels
- Product: Track record of influencing product roadmap to meet Japan market needs
Language Requirements
- Japanese: Native level
- English: Business-level or above
Preferred Skills & Qualifications
- Experience launching or scaling fintech operations in Japan
- Strong professional network and cultural fluency within the Japanese business landscape
- Data-driven approach to decision-making with customer-centric mindset
About the Company
This is a key leadership opportunity with a US-based fintech company known for innovation in digital financial solutions. The organization is expanding rapidly in Japan, and this role will be central to driving strategy, growth, and market penetration. You'll work alongside global stakeholders while leading a high-impact local team.
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Executive-level leadership role with high visibility and influence
- Opportunity to scale Japan business for a globally recognized fintech brand
- Strategic autonomy and ownership of GTM and operational decisions
- Cross-border collaboration with diverse global leadership teams
- High-growth environment with strong compensation and long-term potential
Don't Miss Out - Apply Now to Lead Japan's Fintech Revolution!
