Human Resources & Administration jobs and career trends in the automotive industry

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Human Capital and Flexible Work Styles

Instead of the traditional view of employees as mere resources, the importance of human capital, which focuses on their individual abilities and skills and promotes their growth and development, is recognized. In addition, job-based work styles and flexible employment patterns, in which employees are evaluated based on their duties and roles rather than their working hours, are attracting attention.

Gender Equality and Work-Life Balance

Efforts to encourage men to take parental leave and policies to correct disparities in careers and compensation between men and women are attracting attention. Efforts to achieve equal employment opportunities and work-life balance for men and women are being emphasized.

Emphasis on employee happiness and wellbeing

A holistic approach is required where the HR department focuses on the happiness, health and wellbeing of employees. The emphasis is on measures to improve employee comfort, reduce stress, and increase productivity.

Leadership that respects diversity and inclusiveness

Leadership styles within organizations are changing as the importance of diversity and inclusiveness is recognized. Inclusive leadership that respects diverse backgrounds and opinions and creates an inclusive environment for all employees is required.

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  • Sales Administration

    • Distribution & Retail
    • Sales, Sales Administration
    • Tokyo
    • ¥4,000,000~¥6,000,000

    A strong luxury car dealer which won several awards and expansion plans.

    Main duties include extracting data from a dedicated system, checking the progress of each case, assisting with car registration and event support. Back-office work is the main part of the job.

    Details.

  • eVTOL Recruiter

    • Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics
    • HR, GA & Facilities, Talent Acquisition, Recruitment
    • Aichi
    • ¥5,000,000~¥7,000,000

    A pioneering startup in advanced air mobility, founded in 2018, is leading the development of cutting-edge eVTOL (flying car) technology to transform With a diverse team from automotive, aerospace, consulting, and startup sectors, the company offers a fast-paced, hands-on environment where employees shape the future of urban and regional mobility. With a diverse team from automotive, aerospace, consulting, and startup sectors, the company offers a fast-paced, hands-on environment where employees shape the future of urban and regional mobility. Now expanding its business through market research, new business models, proof-of-concept testing, and strategic partnerships, this is a rare chance to join a team driving a once-in-a-century mobility revolution.

    This role will be part of the Talent Acquisition team and will engage directly with hiring managers and candidates to ensure we attract top talent across a dynamic, ever-changing hiring landscape.

    Details.

  • Document Control Manager

    • Energy & Infrastructure, Energy
    • Other, Other, Facilities & General Affairs, Corporate Governance, Audit, Risk
    • Tokyo
    • ¥6,500,000~¥14,000,000

    We are a start-up company that provides new options for disasters and under-infrastructured areas with innovative technologies that enable the recycling and use of water resources. The company is evolving into a global organization that brings together engineers and researchers from around the world while taking on global issues such as climate change and water scarcity. Currently in the business growth phase, we are aiming for further expansion with an IPO in sight, based on a mission of high social significance. Our 100-person organization is rooted in a culture where each individual can take on challenges with discretion and responsibility.

    This startup is pioneering innovative technologies that enable sustainable water circulation, offering vital solutions in times of disaster and in Tackling global issues such as climate change and water scarcity, the company is rapidly evolving into a global organization that attracts engineers and researchers from around the world. Now in a growth phase with an IPO on the horizon, it offers the opportunity to work on a mission with significant social impact. With a team of around 100 members, the company fosters a culture where each individual is empowered to take ownership and boldly pursue meaningful challenges. With a team of around 100 members, the company fosters a culture where each individual is empowered to take ownership and boldly pursue meaningful challenges.

    You will build a strong documentation infrastructure to support business growth. You will establish and operate a management system for technical and regulatory documents for external submission, lead the coordination with the quality management system, and be responsible for the knowledge management of the entire organization.

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  • Sales Assistant

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor, Electrical & Electronic, Automotive Parts
    • Sales, Sales Administration
    • Tokyo
    • ¥2,900,000~¥4,000,000

    Since its establishment, the company has expanded its business in several fields such as electronic components, semiconductor-related products, and LED lighting, based on its core proprietary ceramic material technology. In particular, we have one of the largest global market shares in ceramic substrates with high thermal conductivity, and have achieved stable business growth against the backdrop of growth in the AI data center and electric vehicle markets. We continue to provide differentiated products to the global market on the strength of our manufacturing technology and quality assurance system, which are difficult for our competitors to replicate.

    We also focus on making it easy for employees to work, and have established a free time system, a company dormitory system, and a stock ownership plan. In recent years, the company has ranked high in the rankings of listed companies and is also attracting attention as a company with "high hourly wages and little overtime work. With a stable management base and technological capabilities, this company offers a work environment where long-term career development is possible.

    This is a sales assistant for ceramic electronic components sales.
    Utilizing ceramic technology cultivated over many years, we are engaged in sales of electronic components used in various fields of electronics that require reliability, such as in-vehicle, medical, aerospace, and infrastructure projects. You will be involved in supporting our members who are engaged in global activities both domestically and internationally.

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  • Office Admin (Business Strategy)

    • IT, Software platform
    • Sales, Sales Administration
    • Tokyo
    • ¥2,640,000~¥4,000,000

    The firm is very well-established in their country of origin with revenue of USD 5 million and globally working with more than 5,000 clients with more than 6,000 employees including 4,000 software engineers. The firm is very well-established in their country of origin with revenue of USD 500 million and globally working with more than 5,000 clients with more than 4,000 software engineers.
    With over 20 years of successful partnerships including firms like Softbank and strengths in mobile and communications technologies, they are With over 20 years of successful partnerships including firms like Softbank and strengths in mobile and communications technologies, they are expanding into the next-generation in-vehicle mobility field where automotive manufacturers (OEMs and Tier 1 Suppliers) are increasingly looking for innovative software development, especially in the areas of display, infotainment and audio solutions.
    The firm has capabilities in embedded systems as well as upstream development and strength in integration between embedded development and UI and the US The office is capable of providing services including software development, testing, and offshore development.

    The main responsibilities will be general office work and assistance with business administration tasks such as legal affairs, stock-related matters, board of directors operations, corporate governance, and investor relations.

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  • Talent Acquisition

    • Manufacturer, Others
    • HR, GA & Facilities, Talent Acquisition, Recruitment
    • Tokyo
    • ¥7,000,000~¥11,000,000

    A company spun off from a major Japanese electronics manufacturer group, specializing in B2B solutions for manufacturing, logistics, and social infrastructure. With an emphasis on on-site problem-solving, the company combines industry-specific SaaS, IoT edge devices, and AI analysis to achieve business innovation and DX for its clients. Approximately 28,000 employees are active globally. We emphasize the importance of each employee's "growth through work," and have a job-based personnel system, flexible work styles, and career development support system. In this era of rapid change, we are committed to "moving society from the frontlines.

    This is an important position to strengthen the acquisition of professional human resources in line with the introduction of the job-type personnel system, and to plan and promote measures to strengthen the hiring capabilities of the HiringManager and hiring measures to promote DEI as we delegate hiring authority to the workplace. This is an important position for the HiringManager.

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  • Back Office: Billing

    • Manufacturer, Machinery, Equipment
    • Sales, Sales Administration, Back Office, General Accounting
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥4,000,000~¥4,500,000

    A leading global manufacturer specializing in heavy machinery and construction equipment, this company boasts a dominant market share in the large With over 70 years of innovation and With over 70 years of innovation and expertise, it serves major infrastructure projects worldwide, including highways, bridges, power plants, and wind energy installations. The company maintains a strong presence in Japan and other key markets, offering comprehensive after-sales support, assembly, maintenance, and field Committed to technical excellence and customer satisfaction, it invests heavily in employee training and international collaboration, ensuring its position as a market leader with a robust global footprint and continuous growth. Committed to technical excellence and customer satisfaction, it invests heavily in employee training and international collaboration, ensuring its position as a market leader with a robust global footprint and continuous growth.

    As a Billing and Coordination Specialist, you will be responsible for issuing invoices and managing communication between sales and service departments, as well as with customers. This role requires strong coordination and negotiation skills, as you will interact with various internal teams and external partners to ensure smooth and accurate billing operations. You will also handle related administrative tasks such as filing and document management. While most tasks are conducted in Japanese, there are opportunities to use English, especially when communicating with the overseas head office or using internal systems. You will also handle related administrative tasks such as filing and document management.

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  • Back Office: General Affairs & Accounting

    • Manufacturer, Machinery, Equipment
    • HR, GA & Facilities, Facilities & General Affairs, Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant, Sales Administration, Back Office, General Accounting
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥4,000,000~¥4,500,000

    A leading global manufacturer specializing in heavy machinery and construction equipment, this company boasts a dominant market share in the large With over 70 years of innovation and With over 70 years of innovation and expertise, it serves major infrastructure projects worldwide, including highways, bridges, power plants, and wind energy installations. The company maintains a strong presence in Japan and other key markets, offering comprehensive after-sales support, assembly, maintenance, and field Committed to technical excellence and customer satisfaction, it invests heavily in employee training and international collaboration, ensuring its position as a market leader with a robust global footprint and continuous growth. Committed to technical excellence and customer satisfaction, it invests heavily in employee training and international collaboration, ensuring its position as a market leader with a robust global footprint and continuous growth.

    As a Back Office and General Affairs & Accounting Specialist, you will play a vital role in supporting the daily operations of the headquarters in Japan, part of the world's largest crane truck manufacturer. This is a multifaceted, office-based role where you'll manage This is a multifaceted, office-based role where you'll manage internal facilities and equipment, process invoices and expenses, handle petty cash, coordinate health checkups, and oversee mail, visitor reception , and company-related events. You'll also review contracts, manage filing systems, and ensure smooth internal workflows, acting as a The position offers a stable work environment with minimal overtime, no transfers, and the opportunity to use your English skills in written and spoken English. The position offers a stable work environment with minimal overtime, no transfers, and the opportunity to use your English skills in written and verbal communication with global teams.

    Details.

  • Recruiter (mid-career)

    • Logistics & Transportation, Transportation, Trafic, Software platform
    • HR, GA & Facilities, Talent Acquisition, Recruitment
    • Tokyo
    • ¥5,500,000~¥9,000,000

    It is a company that develops mobility-related services and promotes the digitalization of transportation and mobility.
    Utilizing its proprietary apps and platforms, the company offers a variety of services, mainly cab dispatch services.
    It is one of only a dozen or so unicorn companies in Japan and is co-creating new mobility services with a variety of companies.

    In the past, we have worked with each business unit head and HRBP to promote recruitment activities that support the growth of each business unit.
    However, as our business expands rapidly in tandem with the rising expectations of society, it has become essential to have a system in place that allows us to hire talented people quickly and continuously.
    Therefore, we are looking for a recruiter who has a deep understanding of our business and a management perspective, and who can strategically and stably lead our recruitment efforts over the medium to long term.

    Our mid-career recruiting team currently consists of six members (mostly in their late 20s to 30s) with diverse backgrounds.
    We are active in sharing information and discussing issues at regular team meetings, as well as in casual communication via Slack. Please rest assured that the entire team will support new members so that they can get up and running smoothly. If you have any problems, you can consult with us at any time.

    Details.

  • Internal Audit Operations

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor, Electrical & Electronic, Automotive Parts, Software platform
    • Legal, Corporate Governance, Audit, Risk
    • Aichi
    • ¥6,100,000~¥8,100,000

    Since its establishment in 1948, the company has continued to grow with the expansion of the automotive industry and the shift to IoT in factories through its device and solution products.
    In the automotive industry's CASE, which is said to be undergoing a once-in-a-century transformation, demand for electronic devices that combine the company's strengths in microcontrollers, power semiconductors, and solutions is expected to increase as vehicles become more sophisticated, including EVs and automated driving.
    Among them, the company supports the automotive industry in the Tokai region with special sales rights in the Chubu area for in-vehicle microcomputers from a certain manufacturer, which are installed in 40% of the world's automobiles.
    We will continue to take on the challenge of constantly pursuing new areas while supporting the revolutionary changes in the automotive society, and we aim to grow as a global supplier in the field of advanced electronics with a management strategy of strengthening cooperation with highly creative companies that are ahead of their time.

    The Audit Department will be engaged in operational audits, thematic audits, J-SOX assessments, etc.

    Details.

  • Legal Staff

    • OTHERS, Others
    • Legal, In-House Counsel, Legal Affairs
    • Tokyo
    • ¥4,000,000~¥6,000,000

    We are a top-class energy solution company in Japan that is attracting attention for its next-generation energy storage technology.
    With a focus on large-scale energy storage systems developed in-house, we are also contributing to social issues such as disaster countermeasures and the utilization of renewable energy. We have a strong track record with major electric power companies and local governments, and have a business foundation with both stability and growth potential.
    Our small, elite organization allows young employees to have discretion, and it is rewarding to be involved in the entire product development process.
    We are a clean-tech company that combines technological strength with social contribution.

    This is a position for a legal officer in the general affairs department, who will utilize his/her legal experience to proactively carry out duties.

    Details.

  • User Support Desk|User Support Desk SV

    • Logistics & Transportation, Transportation, Trafic, Software platform
    • Sales, Sales Administration, Sales Operations, Call Center Operations
    • Tokyo
    • ¥5,000,000~¥8,000,000

    It is a company that develops mobility-related services and promotes the digitalization of transportation and mobility.
    Utilizing proprietary apps and platforms, the company offers a variety of services, primarily cab dispatch services.
    The company is one of only a dozen unicorn companies in Japan and is co-creating new mobility services with a variety of companies.

    As a CX department leadership candidate, you will be responsible for the call center You will be responsible for staff training and center operations. In addition, you will also lead the English-language call handling, replying to emails and chats, managing the English version of the chatbot, and translating usage instructions into English.

    Details.

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