Executive Officer (not company officers such as directors)
しっこうやくいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Managerial Occupations
- Middle : Corporate and Organizational Managers
- Minor : Corporate Managers
Summary
Corporate manager responsible for day-to-day business execution based on board of directors' decisions.
Description
Executive officers are not statutory officers under the Companies Act but serve as managers responsible for daily business execution in line with resolutions from the general shareholders' meeting and board of directors. They handle a wide range of tasks including organizational management, business division management, budget management, human resource development, risk management, etc., and bear responsibility for achieving corporate goals in collaboration with the executive team. Their terms of office and authority are defined in the articles of incorporation or board resolutions, and since they can be appointed or dismissed more flexibly than directors, they support swift management decision-making.
Future Outlook
As strengthening corporate governance and building rapid decision-making frameworks become prioritized, demand for executive officers capable of handling DX and ESG management initiatives will continue to grow.
Personality Traits
Ability to influence others / Able to respond flexibly / Strong sense of responsibility / Superior judgment
Work Style
Career Path
Department/Business Division Manager → Executive Officer → Managing Executive Officer → Senior Managing Executive Officer → Representative Director
Required Skills
Financial Accounting Knowledge / Management Strategy / Organizational Management / Process Improvement / Risk Management
Recommended Skills
Communication Skills (Business English) / Data Analysis / IT Literacy / Legal Risk Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Required for analyzing management indicators and decision-making. |
| Communication Skills | High communication skills are required for coordination and persuasion inside and outside the company. |
| Initiative & Leadership | Proactive drive to advance business execution is important. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Necessary for numerical judgments such as financial data and budget management. |
| Planning & Organization | Essential for organizational operations and project planning and management. |
| Problem Solving | Required for prompt responses to management issues and troubles. |
| Stress Tolerance | Due to significant pressure from management decisions and market fluctuations. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | To operate the organization while collaborating with executives and subordinates. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work with low physical demands. |
Aliases
- Business Executive Officer
Related Jobs
- Department Manager
- Director
- Management Positions
- Representative Director