CSOChief Sales Officer

“Talent knows no borders.” — we are hiring a Chief Sales Officer to lead sales strategy for our global IT talent matching business and drive its growth.

Posted 23 July 2026

Why we are hiring・The mission

ELANCER Japan operates ELANCER, a matching platform that connects expert IT professionals and companies across borders. To grow further in the Japanese market, we are looking for a Chief Sales Officer to build the sales organisation and drive growth in measurable terms. As part of the leadership team, you will own sales strategy from planning through execution and team building.

What you will do

・Planning and executing sales strategy; designing and managing revenue and KPIs
・Winning new corporate clients; developing alliances and partnerships
・Building the sales organisation - hiring, developing and managing the team
・Working with marketing and product to build a system that maximises won business
・Contributing to business planning and decisions as part of the leadership team

※Responsibilities may be adjusted depending on when you join and how the organisation stands at the time.

Requirements

【Required】
・A solid track record in B2B sales or business development
・Experience managing a sales organisation, including team building and target management
・Someone committed to growth who can make decisions from a management perspective

【welcome]
・IT/Experience in staffing, SaaS or matching businesses
・Experience launching or scaling a startup or a new business line
・Experience working globally or in English

Terms

Employment type:Full-time
Expected salary:6000,000-20,000,000(Includes base salary and incentives. The figure is set considering your experience, ability and track record.)
Incentives:An incentive scheme tied to sales results and contribution to the business
Stock options:Introduction and grants are under consideration, taking into account business growth, company circumstances and individual contribution
Location:23F Kamiyacho Trust Tower, Toranomon, Minato-ku, Tokyo

How to apply

Please apply using the form below. We review applications and will be in touch.

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