Planning Clerk
きかくじむいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Supports various corporate planning initiatives by handling document creation, research, analysis, and other clerical tasks.
Description
Planning clerks support planning tasks within companies, such as new business ventures, product planning, and marketing planning. They conduct market research and data analysis, and create presentation materials and reports. They also handle scheduling and operations for planning meetings, as well as coordination and communication with related departments, taking on project management roles. Accurate data compilation and logical document creation skills are required, and smooth communication within and outside the team is essential.
Future Outlook
Demand is expected to remain stable with the promotion of corporate DX and the increase in new business development. Personnel with both data analysis and planning skills will be sought.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Flexitime / Office Work / Remote / Team Work
Career Path
Planning Clerk → Planning Officer → Project Manager → Department Leader → Manager
Required Skills
Data Analysis / Excel (Advanced) / Information Gathering / Office Software / PowerPoint (Document Creation)
Recommended Skills
English Document Reading / Presentation Skills / Project Management Basics / Statistical Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because errors in data or documents directly affect the accuracy of planning. |
| Communication Skills | Requires strong communication skills due to frequent coordination and reporting among stakeholders. |
| Planning & Organization | Requires the ability to efficiently manage multiple tasks and systematically advance planning. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Essential for collaborating with multiple departments to advance planning as a team. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- Bookkeeping Level 3
- MOS (Excel)
- Secretary Certification Level 2
Aliases
- Planning Assistant
- Planning Office Staff
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