Director of Corporate Communications & Performance Marketing

Rakuten; San Mateo (CA); Hybrid; USD 113,157 - 211,032; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Rakuten is seeking a Strategic Communications Leader for Rakuten International in San Mateo, California. This role involves shaping company narratives, leading media strategies, and collaborating with executives in the performance marketing ecosystem. Candidates should have 8–10+ years of relevant experience and strong writing skills. Benefits include a competitive salary between $113,157.00 and $211,032.00, health, vision, and dental insurance, among others.

Qualifications

• 8–10+ years experience in public relations, communications, or journalism.
• Proven experience executing media relations strategies in relevant fields.
• Strong understanding of performance marketing and retail media.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of Rakuten’s narrative in performance marketing.
• Develop media strategies for product launches and partnerships.
• Serve as strategic communications advisor to senior leadership.

Skills

Public relations experience

Media relations strategies

Understanding of digital advertising trends

Strong writing and storytelling skills

Job description

Rakuten is seeking a Strategic Communications Leader for Rakuten International in San Mateo, California. This role involves shaping company narratives, leading media strategies, and collaborating with executives in the performance marketing ecosystem. Candidates should have 8–10+ years of relevant experience and strong writing skills. Benefits include a competitive salary between $113,157.00 and $211,032.00, health, vision, and dental insurance, among others.