Job Description

The Advisory Group is a trusted hiring marketplace built to help people (regardless of age, gender, education or career gaps) find their dream jobs via permanent employment, temporary employment, projects or consulting engagements.

We offer our clients unique insights and advice because our advisors actually performed many of these roles themselves and advised a wide range of companies as advisors. As a result, we know the roles and the best available people in the market to fill them.

The Role

We are seeking a senior Solution Owner who can bridge technology and business to drive complex digital transformations. This role requires a deep understanding of IT systems, agile delivery, and modern product development practices, combined with the ability to engage business leaders and translate strategy into actionable roadmaps. You’ll be responsible for shaping product vision, leading delivery teams, and guiding large organizations through the shift from traditional methods to agile ways of working.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and deliver product vision and strategy, balancing technical feasibility with business goals.
• Lead cross-functional teams (engineering, business stakeholders, executives, and customers) to ensure successful outcomes.
• Act as an agile evangelist and change agent , driving adoption and transformation within enterprise environments.
• Support pre-sales, business planning, and solution design, combining both IT and business perspectives.
• Continuously improve services through agile iteration and hands-on involvement.

Ideal Profile

Requirements

• 7+ years’ experience in IT-focused roles such as Program Manager, Product Manager, or Project Manager, with proven success in agile software delivery.
• Strong technical background in IT systems, software engineering, or DevOps, paired with extensive business acumen.
• Demonstrated ability to influence executives, engage business leaders, and align technology with business objectives.
• Agile certifications (Scrum Master, PMI-ACP, SAFe, ICAgile, etc.) preferred.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills; able to inspire teams and manage ambiguity.
• Native-level Japanese (N1) and business or native-level English.

What You’ll Gain

• Opportunity to drive enterprise-wide agile transformation and modern technology adoption.
• Exposure to large-scale projects across industries such as manufacturing, energy, and agriculture.
• Experience leading multicultural teams and expanding into international markets.
• The chance to deliver one-of-a-kind solutions at the intersection of technology and business.

What's on Offer?

• Work alongside & learn from best in class talent
• Work within a company with a solid track record of success
• Join a well known brand within IT Services

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