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Strong brand and people, but leadership alignment, accountability and technology modernization need improvement - Anonymous employee Rakuten Advertising Employee Review

1.0
8 Feb 2026
Anonymous employee
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Talented and supportive colleagues who are collaborative and hardworking. Recognised global brand with reputable clients and good market presence. Regional exposure and opportunities to learn across functions. Generally flexible work environment with decent work-life balance depending on team.

Cons

Decision-making can sometimes feel influenced by internal politics or perceived favouritism rather than clear performance or business priorities, which slows execution. High-performing and experienced team members have been let go under cost-cutting initiatives, yet other spending does not always appear equally optimised, creating morale and retention concerns. Technology and internal tools feel dated with minimal meaningful upgrades over the years, despite frequent messaging around AI and innovation, making it harder to stay competitive and efficient. Communication and transparency from leadership could also be stronger.

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5.0
20 Apr 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
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Pros

Nice people as coworkers and cool companies as clients

Cons

Lots of favoritism, don’t always reward the best performers

4.0
22 Apr 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business outlook

Pros

Good benefit. Good team and can have work life balance.

Cons

Products are not really competitive enough in the industry.

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