Project Associate & Innovation Consultant, CIC Institute - Tokyo, JP

CIC; Théméricourt; Sur place; EUR 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A global consulting firm is seeking a motivated Project Associate to support project management and innovation services in Tokyo. The ideal candidate should have strong project management skills, excellent communication abilities, and experience in consulting, preferably with technology companies. This role involves coordinating project plans, fostering stakeholder relationships, and ensuring quality project delivery. A competitive salary and additional benefits are offered as part of this position.

Prestations

Competitive salary

Commuting allowance

Massage session once a month

Allocated budget for training

Qualifications

• Experience in a consulting environment or related industry.
• Solid work ethic and eager to learn.
• Capable of handling multiple tasks.

Responsabilités

• Support development and management of project plans.
• Assist in drafting plans for new projects.
• Collaborate with project teams to meet objectives.
• Ensure all project deliverables meet quality standards.

Connaissances

Project management

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Stakeholder management

Formation

2+ years of project management experience

Description du poste

Project Associate & Innovation Consultant, CIC Institute - Tokyo, JP

We are seeking a motivated Project Associate to join our consulting firm, which specializes in providing innovation services to technology companies and government agencies. The successful candidate will support Project Managers in delivering high‑quality projects that drive innovation, from strategy development to execution. The role requires a solid grasp of technology trends, project‑management methodologies, and the ability to collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

ABOUT CIC

CIC builds and operates a global network of innovation campuses where startups, scale‑ups, corporations and public entities connect, work, and grow. Founded in 1999 in Cambridge, Massachusetts, CIC manages more than 111,000 square meters of innovation‑focused workspace, laboratories and event space across North America, Europe and Asia. CIC also develops innovation‑related programming, builds industry clusters, and provides world‑class innovation consulting.

ABOUT CIC INSTITUTE

CIC Tokyo opened in October 2020 as our first Asian site, located in the Minato‑ku business district as a leading innovation hub in Japan. Spanning 6,000 square meters in the Toranomon Hills Business Tower, it offers expansive workspace for over 250 companies focused on growth and global expansion. Esteemed for its impact on startups and innovation, CIC Tokyo frequently hosts VIPs such as Prime Minister Kishida and Governor Koike, and is acclaimed as a prestigious centre for new businesses and startups in Japan.

YOUR DAY‑TO‑DAY WORK

The Project Associate will focus on strategically expanding CIC Platform influence and business operations in Japan, coordinating and liaising with all stakeholders throughout the CIC network. This includes expanding projects to private sectors, creating new innovation clusters across industries, opening market‑access services to new sectors and the East Asian market, and developing scalable innovation products and services across the CIC network.

Potential responsibilities will include

• Project Support & Coordination: Assist in the development and management of project plans, timelines, and budgets to support successful project delivery; support the definition of project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders; help monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and assist in implementing strategies to keep projects on track.
• Client Support & Relationship Building: Assist in drafting plans for new projects and support proposals to potential clients; serve as a support point of contact for clients, ensuring clear communication and understanding of project objectives; help build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in technology companies and government agencies; participate in regular meetings with clients to review project status and address concerns.
• Team Collaboration & Learning: Collaborate with project teams, including internal consultants and external partners, to support project objectives; contribute to a collaborative work environment that encourages creativity, innovation and knowledge sharing; learn from senior team members and seek opportunities to develop your skills.
• Quality Assurance & Reporting Support: Assist in ensuring that all project deliverables meet quality standards and client expectations; support the preparation and presentation of regular project status reports to clients and senior management; participate in post‑project evaluations to learn from lessons identified and areas for improvement.

ABOUT YOU

You are a professional with a complementary set of skills and style to represent CIC to prospective partnerships and support current clients at the highest levels of service. You are an articulate and ethical individual who has strong written and verbal communication, organizational skills and time‑management abilities.

More specifically, we are looking for someone who possesses the following characteristics

• A motivated individual with a solid work ethic, eager to learn and capable of handling multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail.
• Possesses good communication skills, with experience creating presentations for potential customers.
• Familiar with working in teams and supporting partnership and stakeholder management, as well as community development efforts.
• Experience assisting with project coordination in consulting environments, with some exposure to drafting business plans and proposals.
• Capable of supporting multiple projects simultaneously and willing to take on increasing responsibilities over time.
• Eager to gain a deeper understanding of innovation processes, technology trends and industry regulations.
• 2+ years of project management experience, preferably in a consulting environment or related industry.

YOU HAVE

• Developing project management skills with experience supporting the implementation of cross‑functional programmes.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse audiences.
• Eager to support startups and contribute to innovation initiatives.
• Fluent in English and Japanese.

Expectations include

• Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to problem‑solving.
• Great communication skills and teamwork.
• Taking responsibility and ownership of assigned tasks.
• Exceptional leadership and team‑building skills.
• Adaptability and resilience in a dynamic global business environment.

OUR OFFER

• Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.
• Commuting / Transportation allowance.
• Massage session once a month.
• Allocated budget for training (customised to specific requirements of the role and the organisation’s objectives).

Please submit your application in English. Thank you!

CIC welcomes all candidates regardless of race, colour, ancestry, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status or disability. We are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer.

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