About this opportunity
Opportunity Overview
VRChat, a social VR platform with over 250,000 worlds, is hiring a Japan Business Development & Partnerships Associate. The company has raised $100M from investors and has a team with people from well-known companies like Netflix, Twitter, and Google. This part-time contract position involves supporting partnership and business development initiatives in Japan, working closely with the Head of Japan Growth and cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will coordinate partnerships, manage project execution, and support contract processes. They should enjoy both relationship management and operational execution, and be highly organized and proactive. The job requires approximately 30-40 hours per month, with availability for weekday daytime meetings and occasional in-person meetings with partners, clients, and stakeholders. The company is looking for someone with 4-5 years of professional business experience, native-level Japanese and business-level English communication skills, and strong organizational skills. This role is an opportunity to work with a dynamic team and contribute to the growth of VRChat in Japan.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate with domestic and international partners, creators, and internal stakeholders to support ongoing business initiatives
- Support partnership development and alliance management activities, including communications, scheduling, and follow-up actions
- Assist with contract drafting, review coordination, execution tracking, and related administrative processes
- Manage project timelines, meeting logistics, action items, and operational workflows across multiple initiatives
- Prepare meeting notes, presentations, reports, and other business materials
- Communicate and collaborate with global teams in English to ensure alignment across regions
- Support events, activations, collaborations, and partner programs in Japan
- Conduct market research, competitive analysis, and administrative support as needed
Benefits
- Part-time contract position with approximately 30-40 hours per month
- Opportunity to work with a dynamic team and contribute to the growth of VRChat in Japan
Requirements & Qualifications
- 4-5 years of professional business experience
- Experience coordinating with partners, vendors, or external stakeholders
- Experience supporting contract-related processes and business operations
- Native-level Japanese and business-level English communication skills
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and comfortable taking ownership of projects and follow-through
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience in startups or small, fast-moving teams
- Experience in entertainment, gaming, XR, creator economy, or IP-related industries
- Experience working with international teams and cross-cultural stakeholders
- Familiarity with VRChat, virtual worlds, creator platforms, or UGC ecosystems
How to Apply
- Review the job description and requirements to ensure you are a good fit for the role.
- Prepare your application materials, including your resume and a cover letter.
- Click the Apply button below to submit your application.
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