Why We Are Hiring
The Arabic version of ZenMarket has been consistently growing, with users from different Arabic-speaking countries registering and purchasing Japanese products. The second half of 2024 ended with even more market growth.
To maintain our customers and further spread awareness of our service throughout the Middle East and North Africa, we need a dedicated digital marketer. As a digital marketer for ZenMarket, you will pursue a marketing career in Japan by creating digital marketing campaigns and conducting detailed analytical research.
Main Duties
- PPC marketing (Google Ads, Facebook Ads, etc.)
- Social media marketing (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter (X), etc.)
- Influencer marketing (sponsorship, collaboration, integration, etc.)
- Content marketing (SEO, organic marketing, etc.)
- Email marketing (mass and niche marketing)
- Data analysis (Google Analytics, Google Sheets, Looker Studio, etc.)
- English to Arabic localization
Who We Are Looking For
Must-Have Skills
- Native Arabic speaker
- Business level English
- Digital marketing experience (e.g. PPC, SEO, influencer, social media, email etc.)
- Corporate experience (1+ years)
Preferred Skills
- Professional digital marketing experience in the following countries: Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, Lebanon, and Iraq.
- 1+ years in PPC, Meta ads, or SEO
- Japanese language skills JLPT N3 or better
- Web editing experience (HTML, CSS, copywriting, etc.)
Personality
- Japanese Culture Enthusiast: Someone with a deep-rooted interest in Japanese culture and lifestyle, with a passion for using digital marketing to promote Japanese products to Arabic-speaking countries.
- Adaptable Team Player: Someone who is flexible to work in a diverse environment and can accept different opinions or viewpoints within a team.
- Strong communicator: Someone with verbal and conversational skills who can relay information that is understood by multiple parties.
- Growth-Oriented: A person enthusiastic about both professional and personal growth, eager to contribute to a dynamic company in a variety of ways.
| Position | Arabic Language Marketer |
| Department | ZenMarket Division Zenmarket Marketing Team: (Team Leaders = 5, Language Marketers = 30) |
| Contract Type | Permanent employee (full time) |
| Positions Available | 1 |
| Reason for hire | Vacancy |
| Working Hours | Standard working hours: 9:15 AM – 6:15 PM (8 working hours / 1 hour break) Flextime available: Start work anytime between 7:00 AM – 10:00 AM, with up to 2 hours of break time per day. *Standard working hours apply during the initial training period (approx. 2 months). |
| Work Location | Osaka Sakaisuji L Tower, 1 Chome-7-7 Kawaramachi, Chuo, Osaka, Osaka Prefecture, Japan *On-site |
| Access | Osaka Metro Chuo Line Sakaisuji Honmachi Station 6 mins |
| Salary | Based on previous experience and ability ・Bonus: twice a year (June and December) ・Salary evaluation: once a year ・3-month probationary period (Salary same as above) ・If the required period of employment is not met, the employee will not be eligible for their initial bonus. |
| Other Allowances | ・Overtime (paid by minute) ・Transportation allowance (up to ¥30,000/month) |
| Days Off & Vacation Leave | ・5-day workweek (Saturday & Sunday off) ・New Year holiday (4 days) ・Paid leave (26 days in year 1) ・5-day workweek (Shift Schedule) ・New Year holiday (4 days) ・Paid leave (26 days in year 1) ・Congratulatory and condolence leave ・Maternity/paternity leave ・Child care leave ・Personal day leave *Work is required on national holidays, excluding the New Year holiday. |
| Benefits | ・Complete social insurance (workers’ compensation, employment, health, welfare pension) ・Business casual dress code ・Training system (job-specific, level-specific training) ・Japanese/English lessons ・In-house club activities (karaoke, day camp, etc.) ・Monthly company events ・Free tea and coffee |
| Regarding Paid Vacation | 26 days of paid leave are provided from the first year, with the number increasing annually. In 2024, the paid leave usage rate exceeded 80%. |
Selection Process
First interview – Hiring Team (45-60 mins, online or in-person)
*Logic test + marketing test (tests excluded for online Interviews)
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Second interview – Marketing Team (45-60 mins, in-person required)
*Travel reimbursement up to ¥27,000 available for applicants outside the Kansai region
*Logic test + marketing test (if not completed during the first interview)
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Third Interview – HR Planning Team (45-60 mins, online or in-person)
*Company culture test
