Korean Language Marketer

Why we are hiring

At ZenGroup, our mission is to connect Japan to the world through e-commerce. Our Korean market has reached an exciting turning point, and we are looking for a passionate digital marketer to lead the way.

Join our team and take advantage of an unique opportunity to build your marketing skills and gain hands-on experience in e-commerce as the voice of ZenMarket in South Korea. You will create a path for our Korean speaking customers to discover and access their favorite Japanese products.

Main Duties

• PPC marketing (Naver Ads, Google Ads, FB Ads, Tiktok, Reddit Ads, and etc)
• SNS marketing (IG, FB, X, Reddit and etc)
• Influencer marketing (Sponsorship, Collaboration, Integration, etc.)
• Community Marketing (Telegram, FB group, Reddit, Discord)
• Content Marketing (SEO, Organic Marketing, etc.)
• Email Marketing (Mass and Niche Marketing)
• Data Analysis (Google Analytics, Google Sheets, Looker Studio, etc.)
• Localization (Translate EN content in Korean)

Who We Are Looking For

Must-Have Skills

• Native Korean speaker 
• Business level English 
• Digital Marketing Experience (e.g. PPC, SEO, Influencer, SNS, Email etc.)
• Corporate experience (1+ years)

Preferred Skills

• Japanese language skills JLPT N3 or better
• Web and visual editing experience (HTML, CSS, copywriting, etc.)
• Data analysis experience (Google Sheet, PowerBI, Tableau, etc.)
• Coding experience (Python, Javascript, C++ etc.)
• Professional experience analyzing Korean market customer behaviours and trends
• Budget management experience
• Corporate work experience in Japan

Personality

• Strong communication skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience working comfortably in an international team environment and the ability to adapt to and adhere to Japanese business communication norms.
  
• Strategic & data-driven thinker: Successful candidates should be able to use market data to make informed decisions and continuously optimize campaigns to align with both short- and long-term marketing goals.
  
• Adaptable troubleshooter: Resourceful and persistent in overcoming marketing challenges, with a strong sense of curiosity and a willingness to continuously learn. Able to identify potential issues early and address them with proactive solutions.
  
• Enthusiastic learner: Eager to learn new tools and software, with a strong dedication to grow as a marketing professional.
  

About Us

ZenGroup is an e-commerce company based in Osaka, Japan, with over 400 active employees across our headquarters and logistics centers. With a diverse workforce representing more than 34 nationalities, we support the international market in purchasing products from Japan and help Japanese companies sell their products overseas.

ZenGroup currently operates the following six services:

• ZenMarket: A proxy-buying platform that enables international customers to shop in their own language on major Japanese e-commerce sites such as Mercari, Yahoo Auctions, Yahoo Shopping, and more.
  
• ZenPlus: An e-commerce marketplace that connects over 3,000 small to mid-sized Japanese businesses with international customers.
  
• ZenPromo: A promotional service that helps Japanese companies refine their international marketing strategies and build global brand awareness.
  
• ZenPop: A monthly subscription box service offering curated stationery items that highlight Japanese kawaii culture and other cultural elements.
  
• ZenLink: An HTML tag-based service for Japanese e-commerce companies that enables their products to be purchased on ZenMarket, driving international web traffic to their stores.
  
• ZenStudio: A creative agency specializing in web design and video production, supporting businesses entering digital media or enhancing their e-commerce presence to meet modern trends.
  
  Today, our platform has over 2 million registered users, is available in 19 languages, and serves customers in over 181 countries across six continents—delivering Japanese products to the world.

Selection Process

Position	Korean Language Marketer
Department	ZenMarket Division Marketing Team (Section leader: 1, Vice-section leader: 1, Team leaders: 3, Team member: 36)
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 PM, 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) ・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%.

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