APAC Corporate Planning & Governance Lead

Rakuten Asia Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Rakuten Asia Pte. Ltd. in Singapore seeks a dynamic Corporate Planning Manager to drive strategic initiatives across Rakuten Asia and APAC. You will support governance, policy implementation, and coordinate key meetings with HQ and regional teams.

The role requires extensive FP&A, strong stakeholder engagement, and fluency in English and Japanese. This is a senior, on-site position based in Singapore's CBD with global exposure.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in corporate planning or related functions.
• Experience managing subsidiaries at a Regional HQ or Global HQ, or expertise in FP&A, governance, or compliance.
• Strong project management skills with broad knowledge of corporate operations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong analytical, logical thinking and quantitative skills.
• Able to converse in English and Japanese, as you’ll work with senior management and stakeholders in Japan.

Responsibilities

• Business Strategy & Problem Solving: Identify, analyze, and address business challenges to support operational efficiency.
• Corporate Operations Support: Guide and support group companies to ensure alignment with HQ standards and regional best practices.
• Governance & Compliance: Strengthen governance and compliance frameworks and ensure adherence to regulatory requirements.
• Policy Development: Draft, implement, and maintain internal policies that promote consistency and operational effectiveness.
• Meeting Management: Organize and facilitate key meetings, including Board of Directors (BOD), AGM, and regional-wide meetings.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Act as a liaison between HQ and regional stakeholders, ensuring smooth communication.
• Research & Financial Analysis: Conduct market research and financial analysis to support strategic planning and business development.

Skills

Corporate planning

FP&A

Governance

Compliance

Project management

Stakeholder comms

English & Japanese

Job description

Rakuten Asia Pte. Ltd. in Singapore seeks a dynamic Corporate Planning Manager to drive strategic initiatives across Rakuten Asia and APAC. You will support governance, policy implementation, and coordinate key meetings with HQ and regional teams.

The role requires extensive FP&A, strong stakeholder engagement, and fluency in English and Japanese. This is a senior, on-site position based in Singapore's CBD with global exposure.