Account Manager (Corporate Sales)

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Account Manager with an entrepreneurial mindset to manage new and existing corporate customers identify opportunities in the market and expand strategic partnerships to maximize revenue. This is a great opportunity for a successful sales professional looking for a new challenge in a role that combines effective account management and new business development in APAC.

Working within the Corporate Sales team this position will be responsible for understanding our content portfolio and using that knowledge to develop growth strategies in various corporate markets. You will connect with various decision makers across key market sectors that may include pharmaceutical biotechnology energy finance food sciences and technology. You will also be responsible for achieving annual territory sales targets through consultative account management while maintaining an awareness of changing market conditions and their impact on the business.

Closing date: Application will close on Sunday 4th Jan 2026

What youll be doing:

Drive Sales and Revenue Growth

• Achieve and exceed annual territory sales targets contributing to the divisions overall revenue objectives
• Explore growth opportunities in diverse markets through direct prospect outreach social media engagement and in-person networking
• Develop and implement strategic short- medium- and long-term business plans to ensure relevance and adaptability in evolving market conditions

Customer Relationship Management

• Conduct regular sales visits to customers across your assigned region customizing sales documentation and tools to maximize opportunities
• Cultivate strong customer relationships to ensure sustainable high-level customer satisfaction
• Create and implement innovative strategies to enhance customer experience and outcomes

Sales Planning and Execution

• Plan schedule and execute a robust sales strategy across the product portfolio within your specific sales region
• Prepare for attend and actively contribute to internal sales meetings and industry events to build strategic awareness
• Liaise with cross-functional departments to enhance T&Fs value proposition and service offerings

Reporting and Analytics

• Provide detailed reports on sales progress customer feedback and business environment to ensure awareness of micro and macro activities
• Manage accounts and prospects for your territory using CRM and data management tools
• Deliver accurate and timely reports on sales activities business development initiatives and industry developments in assigned areas

Qualifications :

What were looking for:

• Previous experience of successful sales and business development 
• Publishing or B2B sales experience preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and CRM systems
• Ambitious and proactive mindset with a passion for consultative sales approaches
• Strong customer-centric perspective and ability to work independently
• Excellent analytical decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills in both Japanese and English
• Effective presentation and organizational abilities
• Ability to tailor communication style to diverse audiences
• Willingness to travel as required by the company
• Enthusiasm for continuous learning and adapting to industry trends
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic fast-paced sales environment

Additional Information :

At Taylor & Francis we care about our colleagues promoting work-life balance wellbeing and flexible working. You will be joining a thriving business working alongside an exceptional group of people. We believe that the skills and experience you bring to Taylor & Francis are invaluable. We want you to have the opportunity to develop your abilities and to innovate and develop in areas which you are passionate about.

Location:

• This role is open to candidates residing in Tokyo Japan and you must have the right to work and live in Japan.

• We believe that great things happen when people connect face-to-face. Thats why we work in-person with each other or with customers and partners three days a week or more. When youre not spending time together in one of our offices or other workplaces like at conference you get the flexibility and support to work from home or remotely.

  The successful candidate will be able to utilise our balanced working model. We ask that candidates live within a commutable distance of our Tokyo office to ensure that as a balanced worker they can make it to our office location 3 days per week. 

What we offer in return:

• An excellent work/life balance with a fantastic flexible working culture
• 20 days(pro-rata for first year) annual leave per year plus an extra day off for your birthday
• 4 paid volunteering days each year
• Under the local companys healthcare and social insurance plan commutation and housing allowance Benefit One membership
• Employee assistance programme offering 24/7 well-being support
• Performance bonus
• Annual health screening optical and dental care

We want all our candidates to shine in our recruitment process. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to ensure you are able to show us your best self. This could include having the application form in a different format more time for questions or anything else please ask us we are happy to be flexible! Please contact 

Being Yourself at Taylor & Francis 

If youre excited about working with Taylor & Francis to foster human progress through knowledge we invite you to apply even if your existing skills and experience dont fit every item listed above. At Taylor & Francis we are at our best and most successful when colleagues can be themselves and contribute regardless of their identity or background. As a colleague you will have the opportunity to further innovate and develop in areas that you are passionate about. Our goal is to empower you with the resources incentives and flexibility you need to enjoy success at work and to live a healthy balanced life. 

Taylor & Francis is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe in and value diversity of people and thought fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where all colleagues can learn and succeed as their true selves. Taylor & Francis recruits develops and retains colleagues without regard to any protected personal characteristics or other non-merit-based factor. 

If you have a disability or face another barrier  and would like to request an adjustment to assist your participation in the hiring process and/or in the advertised position please contact Ivy Ma. Your request will be reviewed and considered in the strictest confidence.

We genuinely care about our colleagues promoting work-life balance wellbeing and flexible working. We believe that the skills and experience you bring to Taylor & Francis are invaluable. We want you to have the opportunity to develop your abilities and to innovate and develop in areas which you are passionate about. To find out more about our business and the great career opportunities please go to our Careers Site: Work :

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Employment Type :

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