Senior Associate / Associate, Marketing Communications and Japan Liaison

THE GEAR BY KAJIMA PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovation-focused company in Singapore is seeking a Senior Associate / Associate to enhance marketing communications and ecosystem engagement. This full-time position entails planning impactful events and translating complex technologies into engaging narratives. The ideal candidate must possess native-level Japanese proficiency and strong English communication skills. Join us to make a meaningful impact on innovation and technology in the built environment sector.

Benefits

Opportunity to work with global teams

Build a professional network across industries

Work in a sustainable, green building

Qualifications

• 0 to 10 years of experience in a related field is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and manage stakeholders effectively.
• Proven track record in executing physical events.

Responsibilities

• Drive the planning and delivery of high-impact events at The GEAR.
• Create compelling marketing materials and support brand consistency.
• Serve as a main point of contact for stakeholders during events.
• Assist with Japanese-English translations and interpretations.

Skills

Native-level proficiency in Japanese

Strong English communication skills

Experience in marketing communications

Strong project management skills

Stakeholder engagement

Organisational skills

Job description

The GEAR by Kajima Pte Ltd is the technology services business and the open innovation platform of Kajima APAC. As part of Kajima, one of Japan’s largest and oldest construction, engineering, and real estate companies with a nearly two-century legacy of innovation, The GEAR by Kajima Pte Ltd embodies a tradition of excellence, craftsmanship, and precision, combined with cutting‑edge technological capabilities and deep research expertise stemming from our industry‑first Kajima Technical Research Institute.

Inspired by success of The GEAR building – Kajima’s first overseas headquarters and R&D facility which serves as a living lab for exploration, experimentation and co‑creation – The GEAR by Kajima Pte Ltd provides unprecedented opportunities for businesses to access to Kajima’s licensed technologies and leverage our rich engineering heritage. We are dedicated to cultivating an open and collaborative ecosystem with our partners, driving forward industry‑wide advancement and setting new standards for the future of the built environment.

Job Description

We are seeking a full‑time, individual contributor Senior Associate / Associate to drive and execute marketing communications and ecosystem engagement activities. This role focuses heavily on planning and delivering high‑quality events, learning journeys, technology showcases, and physical marcomms experiences that bring Kajima’s innovation story to life for visitors, partners, and stakeholders, in and around The GEAR building.

The ideal candidate is highly organised, understands how to design compelling in‑person experiences, and can confidently translate complex technologies into clear, engaging narratives. As The GEAR hosts many delegations from Japan and works closely with Kajima Corporation’s headquarters and research institutes, native‑level Japanese language proficiency is essential for liaising, interpreting, and supporting cross‑border collaboration.

You will work closely with internal teams, startups, industry partners, and government agencies to strengthen the visibility and positioning of The GEAR as an innovation hub. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys creating impactful physical experiences, managing multiple stakeholders, and operating at the intersection of innovation, communications, and relationship‑building.

If you are an enthusiastic generalist that loves technology, startups, sustainability, and innovation and are looking for a fast‑paced role that will make a real impact on society, read on!

How will you benefit from this role at The GEAR by Kajima Pte Ltd?

• Opportunity to increase breadth and depth of industry knowledge in the built environment space.
• Work with global teams to strengthen your cross‑cultural communication experience and industry understanding.
• Build practical expertise in event strategy, visitor engagement, and spatial storytelling by curating high‑impact experiences for government agencies, corporates, and global delegations.
• Develop strong, real‑world marcomms capabilities across branding, content, messaging, onsite activation, and stakeholder engagement in a uniquely innovation‑driven environment.
• Expand your professional network across startups, corporates, public‑sector partners, and global innovation leaders who regularly engage with The GEAR.
• Shape how new technologies and R&D outcomes are presented to the market, contributing to Singapore’s position as a testbed for construction and built‑environment innovation
• Work from The GEAR Building – a WELL platinum certified and Super Low Energy green building, and a living test‑bed for maximizing sustainability and occupant wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities

Events, Learning Journeys and Showcase Management

• Drive the planning, coordination, and on‑site delivery of high‑impact events, learning journeys, VIP visits, and partner showcases hosted at The GEAR building.
• Curate storylines for building tours that highlight Kajima technologies, startup pilots, and The GEAR’s capabilities.
• Oversee logistics end‑to‑end: visitor experience, space setup, AV needs, signage, photography / videography, and run‑of‑show.
• Develop and maintain physical marcomms assets e.g., posters, display panels, demo‑area visuals, wayfinding, and building showcase materials.
• Work with Japan HQ teams to ensure event content, messages, and representations of Kajima technologies are accurate and aligned.

Marketing Communications and Content Development

• Create clear, compelling marketing materials such as presentation decks, showcase scripts, case studies, one‑pagers, and visual assets.
• Support brand consistency across all physical and digital touchpoints in the building.
• Produce content for key marcomms channels (e.g., newsletters, social posts, event recaps), maintaining a professional and credible voice.
• Collaborate with internal teams to translate technical project outcomes into accessible storytelling for public‑, industry‑, and client‑facing use.
• Assist with Japanese‑to‑English and English‑to‑Japanese translations for presentations, documents, and visitor engagements.

Ecosystem and Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as a main point of contact for visitors, partners, Japanese teams, and external stakeholders during events and learning journeys.
• Manage coordination with Japanese‑speaking delegates, including documentation, briefings, interpretation as needed, and culturally aligned communication.
• Support the strengthening of relationships with industry partners, startups, government agencies, and Kajima internal departments.
• Monitor and track engagement outcomes to improve event formats, visitor flows, and partner experience.
• Participate in networking events and external activities to build awareness of The GEAR and identify collaboration opportunities.

Japan Liaison, Translation and Cross‑Cultural Communication Support

• Provide Japanese–English translation for presentations, event scripts, signage, and building showcase materials.
• Support internal teams in preparing materials for Japan HQ or Japan‑based collaborators.
• Assist with cross‑cultural communication to ensure clarity, alignment, and smooth collaboration with Kajima Japan stakeholders.
• Help interpret during meetings, visits, or workshops when needed.
• Ensure accuracy and consistency of terminology when communicating TGK’s work to Japanese audiences.

Qualifications

• Native‑level proficiency in Japanese and strong English communication skills (written and verbal), with the ability to translate, draft, and adapt materials for both Singapore and Japan‑based stakeholders.
• Experience in marketing communications, events management, or brand activation, ideally in innovation, technology, built environment, or related industries.
• Strong track record in planning and executing physical events, such as showcases, learning journeys, open houses, executive visits, or community gatherings.
• Demonstrated ability to engage and manage multiple stakeholders, including corporate partners, government agencies, vendors, and internal teams.
• Project management skills to plan ahead, manage timelines, coordinate logistics, and work under pressure with minimal supervision.
• Highly organised, detail‑oriented, and proactive, with a “get‑it‑done” mindset and strong problem‑solving ability.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, experimental, and high‑accountability environment.
• Passion for innovation, technology, and ecosystem‑building, and an enthusiasm for representing The GEAR to external partners and visitors

Suggested Experience

0 to 10 years in related field.

The GEAR by Kajima Pte Ltd is an equal‑opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.

Note: This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and it is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the job. Responsibilities may change based on business needs.