WeChat Pay Senior Area Manager (Japan)

Business Unit Introduction

With over 1.2 billion users worldwide, WeChat is changing the mobile landscape by connecting people, services, and businesses in China and around-the world. Weixin Pay, referred to as WeChat Pay in overseas markets, is a mobile payment solution jointly launched by Weixin in 2013. After bundling their Weixin Pay accounts with bank cards, Weixin Pay users can pay and complete transactions in a fast, convenient, and secure manner.

In China, Weixin Pay touches almost every aspect of everyday life, providing both online and offline services and giving users a highly efficient and intelligent payment experience, particularly in retail, dining, transportation, healthcare and leisure, and more. The WeChat Pay team in Japan is responsible for its increasing in all aspects of Japanese markets.

What the Role Entails

About Tencent

Tencent is an Internet-based platform company founded in Shenzhen, China, in 1998. We use technology to enrich the lives of Internet users and assist the digital upgrade of enterprises. Our mission is "Value for Users, Tech for Good". We embrace a culture of teamwork & creativity and are driven by our values - Integrity, Proactivity, Collaboration and Creativity.

We are rapidly expanding our international operations and are looking for top talent to propel us forward. Combining the results-oriented nature of a startup with the resources of a profitable and leading Internet company, Tencent offers a unique opportunity for aspiring individuals to thrive.

About WeChat Pay

With over 1.2 billion users worldwide, WeChat is changing the mobile landscape by connecting people, services, and businesses in China and around-the world. Weixin Pay, referred to as WeChat Pay in overseas markets, is a mobile payment solution jointly launched by Weixin in 2013. After bundling their Weixin Pay accounts with bank cards, Weixin Pay users can pay and complete transactions in a fast, convenient, and secure manner.

In China, Weixin Pay touches almost every aspect of everyday life, providing both online and offline services and giving users a highly efficient and intelligent payment experience, particularly in retail, dining, transportation, healthcare and leisure, and more. The WeChat Pay team in Japan is responsible for its increasing in all aspects of Japanese markets.

Job Responsibilities

1. The main goal is to improve the effective coverage and market share of WeChat Pay merchants in Japan.

2. Based on a complete understanding of Japanese business forms, merchants, and development channels, discover market opportunities, integrate WeChat and Tencent resources, formulate regional expansion plans, and effectively implement execution.

3. Manage and develop regional service providers and partners to achieve the healthy development of WeChat Pay in Japan.

Who We Look For

Application Requirements

1. Business level or higher in Chinese and Japanese, excellent business development and negotiation skills, and over 7 years of relevant work experience.

2. Understanding of the Japanese market and business culture, ability to gain clear and accurate insights into the market, and convert them into actual execution strategies.

3. Practical experience in payment or related industries, familiar with payment industry operating models, and experience related to merchant or channel expansion.

4. Strong learning ability, strong cross-cultural communication skills, and stress resistance.

Employment Type

Full-time employee

Probation Period & Initial Contract Period

Probation period: 3 months (no change in working conditions)

Salary

Annual salary: Negotiable

• Consideration will be given to experience, skills, etc., and preferential treatment will be provided according to company regulations.
• Includes 35 hours of fixed overtime per month. Overtime exceeding this will be paid separately.

Working Hours and Holidays

• Working hours: 09:30 ~ 18:30, Flex-time system (no core time)
• Break time: 60 minutes
• Complete two-day weekend system (Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays)
• Paid leave: For the first year of employment, granted proportionally based on the month of joining. Up to 22 days depending on years of service.
• New Year holidays (December 30 - January 3)
• Sick leave (paid): 12 days/year

Benefits

• Various Insurances
• Health insurance
• Employment insurance
• Workers' accident compensation insurance
• Employees' pension insurance
• Group Term Life (GTL) insurance, Comprehensive Business Accident Insurance (GPA), Group Long Term Disability (GLTD) insurance
• Overseas travel insurance
• Various Allowances
• Commuting allowance
• Communication allowance
• Self-development allowance
• Overtime/late-night meal allowance
• Regular health check-up allowance
• Support Systems and Other Benefits
• Free drink corner
• Holiday gift cards (Obon/New Year)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Condolence and congratulatory payments
• Long service award/leave

*The policies stated in this job advertisement (including but not limited to salary, benefits, and working conditions) may be adjusted according to the company's real-time policies.*

Tencent's Diversity, Equality, Inclusion

Diversity, equality, and inclusion are interdependent and important components of the Tencent workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we firmly believe that diverse opinions drive innovation and enable us to better serve our users and communities. We also foster an environment where all Tencent employees feel supported and encouraged to achieve individual and common goals.

Why Join Us?

Salary

Annual salary: Negotiable (with salary increase/bonus)

• Consideration will be given to experience, skills, etc., and preferential treatment will be provided according to company regulations.
• Includes 35 hours of fixed overtime per month. Overtime exceeding this will be paid separately.

Working Hours and Holidays

Working hours: 09:30 ~ 18:30, Break time: 60 minutes

Discretionary labor system may apply depending on position.

Complete two-day weekend system (Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays)

Paid leave: For the first year of employment, granted proportionally based on the month of joining. Up to 22 days depending on years of service.

New Year holidays (December 30 - January 3)

Sick leave (paid): 12 days/year (granted separately from paid leave)

Benefits

Various Insurances

Health insurance, Employment insurance, Workers' accident compensation insurance, Employees' pension insurance, Group Term Life (GTL) insurance

Comprehensive Business Accident Insurance (GPA), Group Long Term Disability (GLTD) insurance

Overseas travel insurance

Various Allowances

Commuting allowance (full fare for commuter pass), Communication allowance (up to 10,000 JPY/month), Self-development allowance (up to 20,000 JPY/month), Overtime/late-night meal allowance (up to 1,200 JPY/day), Regular health check-up allowance (up to 75,000 JPY/year)

Support Systems and Other Benefits

Free drink corner, Gift cards (Obon, New Year, 20,000 JPY/time, twice a year)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Condolence and congratulatory payments, Long service award/leave

*The policies stated in this job advertisement (including but not limited to salary, benefits, and working conditions) may be adjusted according to the company's real-time policies.*

Equal Employment Opportunity at Tencent

As an equal opportunity employer, we firmly believe that diversity fuels innovation and allows us to better serve our users and the community. We foster an environment where every employee feels supported and inspired to achieve individual and common goals.

As an equal opportunity employer, we firmly believe that diverse voices fuel our innovation and allow us to better serve our users and the community. We foster an environment where every employee of Tencent feels supported and inspired to achieve individual and common goals.