Associate Project Manager (Bilingual Japanese/English) - 12-months FTC

Get to know The Pokémon Company International

The Pokémon Company International, a subsidiary of The Pokémon Company in Japan, manages the property outside of Asia and is responsible for brand management, licensing, marketing, the Pokémon Trading Card Game, the animated TV series, home entertainment, and the official Pokémon website. Pokémon was launched in Japan in 1996 and today is one of the most popular children's entertainment properties in the world.

Learn more online at corporate.pokemon.com and pokemon.com.

Get to know the role

• Job Title: Associate Project Manager
• Job Summary: Successful candidate would support and coordinate certain areas within a videogame localisation and its related tasks. They would be taking care of setting up / checking / solving issues related to localisation tools and coordinate systematic modifications required by localisation within a videogame. This position starts as a 12-month Fixed-Term Contract, with a potential to be made permanent.
• People Manager: No

What you’ll do

• Coordinate elements of videogames localisation and other related text from Japanese into French/German/Italian/Spanish, including communication and coordination for setting up/checks/requests/problem-solving related to software required for localisation projects.
• Coordinate the needs and carry out implementation checks on systematic modifications required for a language-specific grammar matter as well as to coordinate debug functions required by the localisation and tech teams.
• Coordinate and support managing video game localisation projects that are handled by the team.
• Liaise with developers, stakeholders, internal localisation team, and IT team for matters related to video game localisation.
• Assist internal teams as necessary, including Localisation and Marketing teams.
• Aid the Localisation Support Tech team’s work when required with video game hardware and software asset management.
• Aid video game data distribution-related tasks.

What you’ll bring

• Three (3) to four (4) years of relevant professional experience or a demonstrated equivalent level of expertise.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field or a demonstrated equivalent level of applicable experience.
• Excellent coordination and communication skills in both English and Japanese.
• Attention to detail, ability to work under pressure, with tight deadlines and shifting schedules.
• Advanced computer skills: the ability to work with task automation scripts/macros, and troubleshoot PC software/hardware/networking issues.
• Experience in project coordination is a plus.
• Experience in working with a team of translators of multiple languages is a plus.
• Knowledge of French/German/Italian/Spanish is an advantage but not essential.
• Knowledge/interest/experience in video games and/or the videogame industry is a plus.
• Ability to learn how to use specialized technical programs quickly. Pokémon brand knowledge is a plus.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Base Salary Range: For this role, new hires generally start between £40,000.00 - £47,500.00 per year. The full range is £40,000.00 - £60,000.00 per year. The final base salary is directly related to the candidate’s qualifications and professional experience.

How you’ll be successful

• Passion for Pokémon: Develops an understanding of the Pokémon brand and applies that knowledge and passion to everything you do.
• Challenging the Expected: Approaches challenges with curiosity and creativity, embracing the possibility of failure as an opportunity to learn.
• Integrity and Respect: Demonstrates integrity and respect by leading with empathy and listening to others.
• Dedicated to Quality: Takes ownership to maintain and promote high standards and seeks feedback for continuous improvement.
• Building Relationships: Develops and strengthens relationships, adopting a “team first” mentality.
• Delighting Customers: Listens and understands the interests and needs of our customers and stakeholders.

What to expect

• An employee first culture.
• Company events that celebrate the spirit of Pokémon.
• Competitive cash-based compensation programs.
• 100% employer-paid healthcare premiums.
• Generous paid family leave.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• Employer-paid long and short-term income protection insurance.
• US Employees: 401k Employer Matching.
• UK/IRE/MX Employees: Pension Employer Contributions.
• Fitness reimbursement.
• Commuter benefit.
• LinkedIn learning.
• Comprehensive relocation package for certain roles.
• Hybrid work environment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this role. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

The Pokémon Company International is committed to the inclusion of all qualified applicants for consideration in our job application process. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, or a job interview, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at accommodationrequest_ta@pokemon.com.