Responsibilities

• Support the leadership teams of our group companies in the Americas in achieving their business and communications goals through PR activity in the Americas.
• Develop, plan and execute impactful PR strategies for the Americas region, in alignment with the wider global strategies and priorities
• Initiate, plan and coordinate PR plans, guidance, and key messages to targeted audiences, revising and enhancing the plans to reflect changing conditions
• Liaise with corporate communications colleagues, including PR, globally, as well as colleagues in relevant organizations, to share information and best practice and coordinate activity to achieve maximum positive impact
• Create and develop PR content both proactively and reactively by developing a network of contacts within Fujitsu to find stories, identify opportunities and craft compelling press releases
• Provide regular reports on PR activity to demonstrate impact and ensure continuous improvement
• Build and maintain relationships with journalists acts as the key point of contact for all media enquires in the Americas region.
• Provide media training to senior leaders and other colleagues as required and monitor trends, coverage and industry news to identify potential risks and opportunities
• When utilizing external PR agencies, manage their support to maximize their value to the business
• Ensure that all PR activity is brand compliant and contributes to the protection and enhancement of Fujitsu’s corporate values, reputation, and relationships with key stakeholders

Requirements

• have experience of managing PR activity, including crisis communication and reputation management
• be able to handle sensitive situations and provide honest and candid advice to leaders from a PR perspective
• be able to influence and engage at all levels in order to plan and deliver impactful PR activity
• be able to translate complex information into clear and engaging PR content that resonates with target audiences
• be able to identify stories to drive coverage which supports the delivery of business objectives
• demonstrate a good understanding of relevant media and other external communications channels
• be educated to a degree level and/or have relevant skills and knowledge
• be fluent in English, both verbally and in writing
• be used to working with MS Office tools and M365 apps
• be culturally aware and understand the nuances of communicating to employees from different backgrounds with direct experience of working in a Japanese business context
• A strong interest in Japanese culture and language is a plus

Preferred

• A strong interest in Japanese culture and language is a plus

Benefits

• full range of health, 401K, and other benefits.