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Ariake Headquarters: 1-6-7 Ariake, Koto Ward, Tokyo, UNIQLO CITY *Your location may be changed to a location designated by the company, including overseas locations. |
| Update | Apr, 6 2026 |
Job Description
■Recruitment Background
The Fast Retailing Group is driving company-wide transformation to create a new industry based on the “LifeWear” concept, which transcends the traditional boundaries of the apparel industry.
To communicate the brand and product value of UNIQLO—built on this concept—globally and establish the brand’s position worldwide, you will develop marketing strategies and plans and execute them in collaboration with our international offices. We are seeking a candidate to lead this global headquarters function.
■Department Overview
The Global Marketing Team within the Global Marketing Department is on a mission to deliver the UNIQLO brand, the “LifeWear” concept, and the intrinsic value of our products to customers around the world.As the global headquarters, we are involved from the very beginning of product development, formulate marketing communication strategies to maximize brand and product value, and provide support for their implementation in each country. The team consists of a Global Marketing division responsible for strategy formulation and a Creative division that drives content development from both brand and customer perspectives to diversify and enhance our communications. Working in close collaboration, we strive to create brand value that resonates globally.
■Job Description
Based on your skills, experience, and aptitude, you will perform the following duties in either the Global Marketing or Creative division. Additionally, if you have management experience, you will be responsible for driving team results, including people management.
[Job Description for the Global Marketing Division]
・Analyze the features of assigned products and customer needs to identify new business opportunities and participate in product development
・Define the global target audience and positioning for assigned products, and develop communication plans to achieve these objectives
・Conduct market research for various collaboration projects; develop designs and formulate communication plans in coordination with relevant departments and licensors
・Based on the communication plan, plan and execute brand promotion initiatives in collaboration with global media partners; implement strategies for local marketing teams and provide sales promotion support
・Effectively measure brand and business performance in each country. Based on these results, identify challenges, formulate hypotheses, and support the development and execution of action plans
[Creative Job Description]
・Create value for the LifeWear brand and product brands by analyzing product features and customer needs, and taking end-to-end responsibility—from developing communication plans to producing content—using approaches and messages that resonate with the audience
・Developing and producing informational content across a wide range of media and channels, including TV commercials, digital media, social media, outdoor advertising, in-store promotional materials, and events
・Manage schedules and costs throughout the content production process
*The Job Description is subject to change within the scope of duties related to each department of the headquarters due to departmental transfers or organizational changes.
■ Career Path
There are diverse opportunities for professional development within the Fast Retailing Group, including management roles and expansion into international markets. The following are examples:
・Promotion to management positions (Team Leader, Department Manager) within the marketing organization
・Serving as the Japan representative at UNIQLO, responsible for planning and executing communication strategies for stores and regions across Japan
・Assignment overseas as a marketing manager in countries where the company operates
・Rotation to departments where you can leverage your experience in content development and supervision, such as the Global Creative Lab, which is responsible for strengthening the creative capabilities of the entire Fast Retailing Group
・Driving marketing initiatives at other brands such as GU, Theory, and PLST, etc.
The Fast Retailing Group is driving company-wide transformation to create a new industry based on the “LifeWear” concept, which transcends the traditional boundaries of the apparel industry.
To communicate the brand and product value of UNIQLO—built on this concept—globally and establish the brand’s position worldwide, you will develop marketing strategies and plans and execute them in collaboration with our international offices. We are seeking a candidate to lead this global headquarters function.
■Department Overview
The Global Marketing Team within the Global Marketing Department is on a mission to deliver the UNIQLO brand, the “LifeWear” concept, and the intrinsic value of our products to customers around the world.As the global headquarters, we are involved from the very beginning of product development, formulate marketing communication strategies to maximize brand and product value, and provide support for their implementation in each country. The team consists of a Global Marketing division responsible for strategy formulation and a Creative division that drives content development from both brand and customer perspectives to diversify and enhance our communications. Working in close collaboration, we strive to create brand value that resonates globally.
■Job Description
Based on your skills, experience, and aptitude, you will perform the following duties in either the Global Marketing or Creative division. Additionally, if you have management experience, you will be responsible for driving team results, including people management.
[Job Description for the Global Marketing Division]
・Analyze the features of assigned products and customer needs to identify new business opportunities and participate in product development
・Define the global target audience and positioning for assigned products, and develop communication plans to achieve these objectives
・Conduct market research for various collaboration projects; develop designs and formulate communication plans in coordination with relevant departments and licensors
・Based on the communication plan, plan and execute brand promotion initiatives in collaboration with global media partners; implement strategies for local marketing teams and provide sales promotion support
・Effectively measure brand and business performance in each country. Based on these results, identify challenges, formulate hypotheses, and support the development and execution of action plans
[Creative Job Description]
・Create value for the LifeWear brand and product brands by analyzing product features and customer needs, and taking end-to-end responsibility—from developing communication plans to producing content—using approaches and messages that resonate with the audience
・Developing and producing informational content across a wide range of media and channels, including TV commercials, digital media, social media, outdoor advertising, in-store promotional materials, and events
・Manage schedules and costs throughout the content production process
*The Job Description is subject to change within the scope of duties related to each department of the headquarters due to departmental transfers or organizational changes.
■ Career Path
There are diverse opportunities for professional development within the Fast Retailing Group, including management roles and expansion into international markets. The following are examples:
・Promotion to management positions (Team Leader, Department Manager) within the marketing organization
・Serving as the Japan representative at UNIQLO, responsible for planning and executing communication strategies for stores and regions across Japan
・Assignment overseas as a marketing manager in countries where the company operates
・Rotation to departments where you can leverage your experience in content development and supervision, such as the Global Creative Lab, which is responsible for strengthening the creative capabilities of the entire Fast Retailing Group
・Driving marketing initiatives at other brands such as GU, Theory, and PLST, etc.
Qualifications
■ Required Experience, Skills, and Abilities: A TOEIC score of 700 or higher, or equivalent English proficiency, plus experience in one of the following areas:
[Global Marketing]
・At least 3 years of marketing experience at a business company or manufacturer
・Experience in communications and strategic planning at an advertising agency
・Experience in business development or new business development for products or services (other than marketing)
[Creative Field]
・At least 3 years of experience in content planning, development, and supervision at media companies (such as publishers), advertising agencies, PR agencies, or production companies
■ Preferred Experience, Skills, and Abilities
・Practical experience in the consumer goods, apparel, or fashion industries
・Interest in apparel, fashion, art, and culture
・Experience in organizational management
・Candidates who resonate with the FR Group’s philosophy and concepts
[Global Marketing]
・At least 3 years of marketing experience at a business company or manufacturer
・Experience in communications and strategic planning at an advertising agency
・Experience in business development or new business development for products or services (other than marketing)
[Creative Field]
・At least 3 years of experience in content planning, development, and supervision at media companies (such as publishers), advertising agencies, PR agencies, or production companies
■ Preferred Experience, Skills, and Abilities
・Practical experience in the consumer goods, apparel, or fashion industries
・Interest in apparel, fashion, art, and culture
・Experience in organizational management
・Candidates who resonate with the FR Group’s philosophy and concepts
Work Conditions
■Company Name
UNIQLO Co., Ltd.
■Employment Type
Full-time Employee (Permanent position, with a 3-month probationary period)
■Annual Salary
・Annual Salary Range: 6.56 million to 18.50 million yen
・Allowances: Commuting allowance, overtime pay, etc. (*All subject to company regulations. The overseas assignment system applies for overseas postings.)
・Bonuses: Semi-annual bonuses twice a year, year-end bonus (eligibility and amount determined based on company performance and performance evaluations)
・Promotions twice a year (determined based on performance evaluations)
*Salary will be determined based on company regulations, taking into account your previous annual income and experience, and is not limited to the figures listed above.
■ Working Hours
Flexible work hours or managerial/supervisory position
・Flexible work hours
Standard daily working hours: 8 hours; Break: 1 hour
Core hours: 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Flexible hours…6:00 AM–9:00 AM and 2:00 PM–8:00 PM; overtime work may occur
・Supervisors
Based on the working hours of the employee’s department; left to the employee’s discretion
■ Days Off and Leave
Two days off per week (Saturdays and Sundays; national holidays are workdays) Annual paid leave, special leave and bereavement leave, childcare and family care leave systems, etc.
*In addition to paid leave, special leave is granted in the first and second halves of the fiscal year (the number of days granted varies depending on employment status and the company to which the employee belongs)
■Insurance Coverage
Social Insurance (Health Insurance, Employees’ Pension Insurance, Employment Insurance, Workers’ Compensation Insurance, Long-Term Care Insurance)
■Employee Benefits
Employee stock ownership plan, mutual aid association, partner welfare programs, employee discount program, cafeteria, dedicated shuttle bus (for commuting to the Ariake Office), defined contribution pension plan (full-time employees only)
■Other
・We actively recruit mid-career professionals across various Group companies (Fast Retailing, UNIQLO, GU, etc.). We would appreciate it if you could review the information below and consider applying.
- You may apply to multiple companies within the Fast Retailing Group simultaneously. However, please note that even if the selection process proceeds at multiple companies, you can only advance to the final selection stage for one position at a time.
- Based on your submitted resume and interview evaluations, we may contact you to discuss opportunities at other companies or for other positions within the Fast Retailing Group.
・Measures Against Secondhand Smoke: As a general rule, smoking is prohibited on company premises and indoors; we do not have designated smoking rooms.
UNIQLO Co., Ltd.
■Employment Type
Full-time Employee (Permanent position, with a 3-month probationary period)
■Annual Salary
・Annual Salary Range: 6.56 million to 18.50 million yen
・Allowances: Commuting allowance, overtime pay, etc. (*All subject to company regulations. The overseas assignment system applies for overseas postings.)
・Bonuses: Semi-annual bonuses twice a year, year-end bonus (eligibility and amount determined based on company performance and performance evaluations)
・Promotions twice a year (determined based on performance evaluations)
*Salary will be determined based on company regulations, taking into account your previous annual income and experience, and is not limited to the figures listed above.
■ Working Hours
Flexible work hours or managerial/supervisory position
・Flexible work hours
Standard daily working hours: 8 hours; Break: 1 hour
Core hours: 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Flexible hours…6:00 AM–9:00 AM and 2:00 PM–8:00 PM; overtime work may occur
・Supervisors
Based on the working hours of the employee’s department; left to the employee’s discretion
■ Days Off and Leave
Two days off per week (Saturdays and Sundays; national holidays are workdays) Annual paid leave, special leave and bereavement leave, childcare and family care leave systems, etc.
*In addition to paid leave, special leave is granted in the first and second halves of the fiscal year (the number of days granted varies depending on employment status and the company to which the employee belongs)
■Insurance Coverage
Social Insurance (Health Insurance, Employees’ Pension Insurance, Employment Insurance, Workers’ Compensation Insurance, Long-Term Care Insurance)
■Employee Benefits
Employee stock ownership plan, mutual aid association, partner welfare programs, employee discount program, cafeteria, dedicated shuttle bus (for commuting to the Ariake Office), defined contribution pension plan (full-time employees only)
■Other
・We actively recruit mid-career professionals across various Group companies (Fast Retailing, UNIQLO, GU, etc.). We would appreciate it if you could review the information below and consider applying.
- You may apply to multiple companies within the Fast Retailing Group simultaneously. However, please note that even if the selection process proceeds at multiple companies, you can only advance to the final selection stage for one position at a time.
- Based on your submitted resume and interview evaluations, we may contact you to discuss opportunities at other companies or for other positions within the Fast Retailing Group.
・Measures Against Secondhand Smoke: As a general rule, smoking is prohibited on company premises and indoors; we do not have designated smoking rooms.
Location
Ariake Headquarters: 1-6-7 Ariake, Koto-ku, Tokyo, UNIQLO CITY
*Your location may be changed to a location designated by the company, including overseas locations.
*Your location may be changed to a location designated by the company, including overseas locations.