Marketing & Communications Officer

Centre People; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A Japanese organisation is seeking a Marketing & Communications Officer to promote Japan as a leading travel destination for visitors from various regions. You will support communication activities via digital platforms while contributing to campaigns and tourism promotion projects. The ideal candidate possesses excellent communication skills and a passion for travel and Japan. This role offers significant professional growth in a vibrant team environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Work to achieve marketing and communication targets.
• Act as the first point of contact for enquiries.
• Source, create, and manage content across communication channels.

Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong organisational and time management skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Confidence using online tools and social media platforms

Tools

HTML

Google Analytics

CMS

Photoshop

Salesforce

Job description

A Japanese organisation is seeking a Marketing & Communications Officer to promote Japan as a leading travel destination for visitors from the UK, Europe, and the Middle East. You will support the organisation’s communication activities through their website, social media channels, press releases, and newsletters, while also contributing to creative campaigns and tourism promotion projects. This is a dynamic role for someone with excellent communication skills, digital expertise, and a passion for Japan and travel.

Overview

Ref: MK46594

Main Responsibilities

• Work to achieve marketing and communication targets, both individually and as part of the London office team
• Act as the first point of contact for enquiries from consumers, media, and partner channels
• Source, create, and manage content across communication channels, including the website and social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, YouTube)
• Write informative and engaging press releases and news articles for the London office’s website and newsletters
• Provide creative input in the creation and implementation of projects, campaigns, and social media strategies
• Conduct research to support projects and monitor market news and trends
• Monitor media coverage and assist in compiling monthly reports
• Manage media databases and maintain accurate contact lists
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Marketing & Communications Manager, Directors, and Head Office

Skills & Experience

Essential:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Confidence using online tools and social media platforms

Preferred:

• In-depth knowledge of Japan as a travel destination
• Japanese language ability (reading, writing, speaking, listening)
• Skills in HTML, Google Analytics, CMS, Photoshop, Salesforce
• Proven digital skills, particularly in using social media to engage and grow audiences
• Experience in relevant industries such as travel, media, or destination marketing
• Understanding of market trends, particularly in the travel industry

Personal Attributes

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Detail-oriented and highly organised
• Self-motivated, resourceful, and strong problem-solving ability
• Intuitive, with the ability to anticipate priorities and identify potential issues proactively

* All applicants for the Marketing & Communications Officer must have the right to work in the country without any restrictions as the Company is not able to offer visa support.

Other

If your application is successful, you will be contacted within two business days. We regret that due to the high volume of applications we receive we cannot provide feedback on individual CVs.