Energy Business Strategy Specialist

Date PostedJune 30, 2026LocationSetagaya, Tokyo, JapanCompanyRakuten Group, Inc.SalaryJPY 5500K - JPY 6500KTypeplanning/marketing/pr - business development/business management/corporate planning planning/marketing/pr - planning/marketing planning/marketing/pr - research & analysis

Job Summary

The Energy Business Division is recruiting a Strategy Specialist to manage business planning, market analysis, and new service development for the 'Rakuten Denki' and 'Rakuten Gas' services. This role involves working within a core team to optimize business profitability and drive growth in the energy sector. Candidates with at least two years of professional experience are encouraged to apply and grow within this dynamic IT-driven environment.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and promote new business strategies
  • Analyze market trends and competitor data
  • Develop reports and business proposals
  • Execute electricity procurement operations

Required Skills

  • 2+ years of professional experience
  • Business-level PC proficiency
  • Fluent Japanese (JLPT N1)
  • Professional English communication

Job Details

Job Description: Recruiting for expansion! With stable revenue growth, we aim for further expansion. You will be responsible for business strategy in our electricity retail business, as well as planning and promoting new businesses. You will work in collaboration with senior members, providing an environment where you can gain diverse experience and grow, even without prior experience. Energy Business Division Context: As a retail electricity provider of the Rakuten Group, we provide 'Rakuten Denki,' an electricity service for general households, and 'Rakuten Gas,' a city gas service. We strive to provide a safe, convenient, and cost-effective experience for our users, and are expanding our services with the goal of becoming the No. 1 new electricity provider. With the digitalization of electricity meters, the development of mobile communication technology, and the spread of IoT and AI, the visualization of energy data is progressing. We aim to establish a new electricity platform by utilizing the IT technology and big data of the Rakuten Group. [Specific Job Responsibilities] ■ Business strategy and new business planning and promotion ■ Planning and execution of business strategies for expanding the energy business ■ Planning measures to strengthen the foundation of existing businesses ■ Planning of new services (from planning to execution to increase electricity sales destinations) ■ Analysis of current challenges, research, planning and execution of solutions, and market research (current market research, competitor research, etc.) ■ Planning and execution of collaborations with various internal businesses and services ■ Creation of various documents, reports, and proposals ■ Electricity procurement trading operations (revenue management and data analysis) [Required Qualifications] ■ At least 2 years of professional work experience ■ Business-level PC skills [Preferred Qualifications] ■ Business-level English proficiency Language Requirements: English Level: Minimum Communication Level (TOEIC 225-470) Japanese Level: Fluent (JLPT Level 1 or N1) Working Hours: 9:00~17:30 (Flex-time system applied; Core time: 11:00-15:00) Benefits: Commuter allowance (up to ¥50,000/month), full social insurance coverage, in-house training (MBA/business school courses), English/Japanese language learning support, free breakfast/lunch/dinner, and access to on-site gym and salon facilities.