Team Assistant of Woven Capital

Woven-Planet-2 in Tokyo

Woven by Toyota is building mobility for a safer, happier and more sustainable world. A subsidiary of Toyota, Woven by Toyota develops and invests in new technologies, software, and business models that transform how we live, work and move. With a focus on software-defined vehicles, automated driving, data-driven intelligence, security, mobility services, embedded platforms, AI, and more, we build on Toyota's legacy of trust and safety to deliver mobility solutions for all.

For nearly a century, Toyota has been delivering products and services that improve lives. Its earliest offerings, which automated the simple manual task of weaving, have evolved into the safe, reliable, connected automobiles we enjoy and depend on today. Woven by Toyota is an integral part of Toyota’s vision for the next 100 years—a world where mobility is easier, safer and more enjoyable for more people.

Our unique global culture weaves modern Silicon Valley innovation and time-tested Japanese quality craftsmanship and operational excellence. These complementary strengths enable us to develop and deliver cutting-edge technology at scale—optimizing for safety, advancing clean energy and elevating well-being.  We envision a human-centered future where world-class technology solutions expand global access to mobility, amplify the capabilities of drivers, and empower humanity to thrive.

TEAM
Woven Capital is an $800 million global investment fund that supports growth-stage companies focused on technology and innovation in mobility. It was founded in 2021 as the corporate venture capital investment arm of Woven by Toyota Group. Woven Capital invests in mobility technologies, automation, artificial intelligence, data, and analytics, connectivity, and urban-tech globally.

We are based between two offices, Tokyo and Palo Alto, with a hybrid work environment. The team invests capital, resources, and expertise to enable our portfolio companies to scale rapidly and work strategically with product and development teams at Woven by Toyota and Toyota. We have a portfolio of exciting companies and funds, which can be found at woven.vc

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR?
Woven Capital is seeking a Team Assistant who will provide assistance to the senior members of the Woven Capital team, who are the Partners and Directors.

If you are currently located outside of Japan we will set an interview over Google Hangout Meet or Skype.

WHAT WE OFFER
・Competitive Salary - Based on skills and experience
・Work Hours - Flexible working time with NO core-hours
・Paid Holiday - 20 days per year (prorated)
・Sick Leave - 6 days per year (prorated)
・Holiday - Sat & Sun, Japanese National Holidays, and other days defined by the company
・Japanese Social Security - all applicable (Health Insurance, Pension, Workers’ Comp, and Unemployment Insurance, Long-term care insurance)
Employee Benefits
・In-house Training Program (software study/language study)

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Our Commitment
・We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity.
・We pledge that any information we receive from candidates will be used ONLY for the purpose of hiring assessment.
    • Managing calendar and meeting coordination, interfacing with external executives and executive assistants to arrange meeting times.
    • Booking business travel arrangements, including flights, transportation, and related visas
    • Managing information flow in a timely and accurate manner
    • Document management and tracking of contracts
    • Settlement of expenses/ invoices
    • Coordination of the team
    • Assist with event planning and coordination
    • Ad-hoc tasks (New joiner onboarding, collaborating with other team’s assistants)
    • Providing backup to other Assistants in case of their other obligations/vacation time
    • This position regularly deals with confidential information and as such, requires discretion and transparency.
    • Bachelor’s Degree required
    • Minimum of 3-5 years of work experience in a similar type of position
    • Fluent Japanese and fluent English speaker who can read documents in both languages
    • High/detailed attention to stakeholders (both internal and external to the company)
    • Strong inquisitive nature with a can-do attitude
    • Experience with Google Workspace (business apps and collaboration tools) is a plus but not required
    • Ability to work in an organization that has international affiliates in multiple time zones
    • Ability and flexibility to work individually and as part of a team
    • Ability to take initiative and perform effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure matrixed environment
    • Capability of handling multiple things simultaneously
    • Team player with interpersonal skills and respect who can effectively work with all levels of a global matrix organization
    • Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize and balance workload to meet deadlines
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