Senior Recruiter - Japanese Speaking (based at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia)

Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with Japanese universities, including employment offices, career centers, faculty, and student organizations
• Collaborate with Japanese government agencies and workforce development bodies to tap into national talent programs, scholarships, and partnerships
• Harness talent pipeline for Japanese market, ensuring a qualified and interested supply of candidates including determining resource status and needs, coordinating recruiting events, and managing sourcing activities & assessment
• Analyse talent trends and labour market insights for Japanese Market and act as a recruiting partner co-managing expectations and delivery of talent
• Partner with business leaders to understand Japanese workforce needs and provide strategic hiring insights
• Localize brand messaging for Japanese audiences, ensuring cultural relevance and appeal
• Act as the primary contact point for stakeholders/vendors in Japan, ensuring smooth communication and alignment
• Create promotional materials, campaigns, and online/offline initiatives targeting Japanese talent communities
• Conduct screening, interviews, assessments, and coordinate the full hiring process in Japanese language

Requirements:

• BSc in any field of study
• 4-5 years of recruiting experience with proven track record of successful Japanese hires
• Native level fluency of Japanese language and casual English
• Organized, strong prioritization skills and familiar with MS Excel
• Ability to work independently, possess an agile mindset and always seek innovative solutions
• Good organizational & prioritization skills
• Tech savvy and work well with tools
• Possess team spirit with good communication and people skills
• Hybrid working arrangement with office based at Klang Valley