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Business Development – Partnership Manager

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. Identify, approach, and engage potential corporate and institutional partners in Japan .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeRemote • JapanMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in enterprise B2B sales and partnership management, with a strong focus on engaging Japanese corporates and navigating cultural nuances. Proven ability to manage the full sales cycle and achieve targets while fostering relationships with C-level executives and decision-makers.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Enterprise B2B SalesPartnership ManagementSaaS Sales ExperienceOutbound ProspectingC-Level Engagement

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Hard Skills
Business DevelopmentSales Cycle ManagementCold OutreachNew Business GenerationJapanese Corporate GovernanceRelationship BuildingCross-Functional CollaborationCultural GuidanceDocumentation SupportMarket Localization
Soft Skills
Interpersonal SkillsNetworking SkillsConfidence in CommunicationMulticultural AdaptabilityRelationship Management
Industry Keywords
Enterprise Software SolutionsGovernanceLegal TechnologyComplianceESGBoard ManagementPublicly Listed CompaniesStartupsInternational OrganizationsCorporate Partnerships

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Identify, approach, and engage potential corporate and institutional partners in Japan
  • Represent the company confidently in meetings, calls, and written communication
  • Support partnership discussions, follow-ups, and documentation
  • Provide local insights, cultural guidance, and operational support to international teams
  • Coordinate with regional stakeholders to localize go-to-market and engagement strategies
  • Maintain accurate records of partner interactions and business progress
  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities
  • Build strategic partnerships and engage Japanese corporates to introduce enterprise software solutions
  • Develop relationships with prospective clients and partners
  • Manage sales opportunities throughout the sales cycle
  • Serve as a bridge between Japan and regional teams

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Japanese national and Native Japanese speaker
  • 5–7 years of experience in enterprise B2B sales, business development, and partnership management (candidates with at least 4 years of highly relevant experience may also be considered)
  • Proven experience selling SaaS or enterprise software solutions
  • Experience selling to publicly listed companies, with a solid understanding of Japanese corporate governance and business practices
  • Proven experience in outbound prospecting, cold outreach, and generating new business opportunities within the enterprise market
  • Demonstrated success in identifying new business opportunities, managing the full sales cycle, and consistently achieving sales targets
  • Experience engaging with C-level executives, board members, legal departments, corporate secretariats, or other enterprise decision-makers would be an advantage
  • Business-level English is preferred but not required; candidates should be comfortable conversing in English to support meetings and day-to-day collaboration with regional and international teams
  • Strong interpersonal, networking, and relationship-building skills, with the confidence to engage new contacts and senior executives
  • Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment, bridging Japanese and international business practices and fostering cross-functional collaboration
  • Experience in startups, SaaS, or corporate partnership roles
  • Exposure to governance, legal technology, compliance, ESG, board management, or other corporate solutions is highly preferred
  • Existing network within Japanese listed companies
  • Experience in an international or regional organization

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Represent an international team expanding in Japan
  • Direct exposure to regional strategy and decision-making
  • Build your network and grow your skills in cross-border business development
  • Opportunities for rapid professional growth and regional exposure