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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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Intellectual Property, Legal & Contract Expert
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- Legal, Patent, Intellectual Property
- Tokyo, Osaka
- ¥9,000,000~¥12,000,000
We are a core company supporting the management foundation of one of Japan's leading global manufacturing groups. We handle a wide range of corporate functions including HR, accounting, procurement, IT, and DX promotion, leading overall group business reform and productivity improvement. Our major attraction is being involved in organizational transformation involving tens of thousands of people through AI, data utilization, and standardization of business processes. We have an environment where we can promote influential projects from a position close to management while collaborating with diverse business companies. By combining a global perspective with cutting-edge DX, we play a vital role in driving corporate transformation.
Based on our thorough knowledge of major domestic and international contract laws, industrial property laws, other intellectual property laws, antitrust laws, tax laws, civil procedure laws, export control laws, and other relevant laws, you will provide legal review and advice on contract terms, contract drafting, negotiation, and various consultations based on strategies and execution plans for individual cases and medium- to long-term licensing activities.
Additionally, you will lead team members in review, negotiation, and litigation for individual license negotiations and medium- to long-term licensing activities. -
IP Rights Acquisition Specialist
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- Legal, Patent, Intellectual Property
- Shiga, Osaka
- ¥6,000,000~¥9,800,000
We are a core company supporting the management foundation of one of Japan's leading global manufacturing groups. We handle a wide range of corporate functions including human resources, accounting, procurement, IT, and DX promotion, leading group-wide business reform and productivity improvement. Our major attraction is being involved in organizational transformation involving tens of thousands of people through AI, data utilization, and standardization of business processes. We have an environment where we can promote influential projects from a position close to management while collaborating with diverse business companies. By integrating a global perspective with cutting-edge DX, we play a crucial role in driving corporate transformation.
We are well-versed in intellectual property laws and related laws related to rights acquisition and utilization in major domestic and international countries, and are also well-versed in technologies (especially information, AI, IoT, materials) and business importance related to key areas of the group and operating companies. While also formulating rights acquisition strategies in those fields, you will collaborate with internal members to promote rights acquisition activities by covering important inventions, inventions, designs, and trademarks that contribute to management. -
Recruitment Officer
- Manufacturer, Semiconductor
- HR, GA & Facilities, Talent Acquisition, Recruitment
- Tokyo
- ¥5,500,000~¥9,000,000
This company is a global leader in semiconductor solutions, specializing in power management, automotive, industrial, and security applications. They have grown to become one of the world's top semiconductor manufacturers, offering a wide range of products including microcontrollers, sensors, and power devices. They operate globally, with key markets in automotive, industrial automation, and consumer electronics. The company is dedicated to advancing innovative technologies that drive energy efficiency, sustainability, and digitalization across various industries.
As a Recruitment Officer, you will partner closely with hiring managers, HR Business Partners, and business stakeholders to attract, assess, and hire top talent across the organization. You will manage the full recruitment lifecycle, from understanding hiring requirements and developing sourcing strategies to interviewing candidates, coordinating offers, and supporting onboarding activities. Leveraging a variety of sourcing channels and recruitment tools, you will build strong talent pipelines and deliver high-quality hiring outcomes. You will evaluate candidates for both technical qualifications and cultural fit, ensuring alignment with company values and business needs. In addition, you will provide an exceptional candidate experience while maintaining compliance with recruitment policies and processes. You will also contribute to talent acquisition initiatives and continuous improvement projects to strengthen recruitment effectiveness and efficiency. -
Office Administrator
- Manufacturer, Semiconductor
- HR, GA & Facilities, Facilities & General Affairs, Sales Administration
- Kanagawa
- ¥5,000,000~¥6,000,000
Famous for Power Semiconductor products, including AC-DC power supplies, LED drivers, and power-conversion ICs, serve industries ranging from consumer electronics to automotive and renewable energy. Known for its innovative solutions, Power Integrations holds significant intellectual property, with over 1000 patents, which helps it deliver efficient, compact, and environmentally friendly power conversion solutions.
As the Office Administrator, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the office and ensuring all administrative functions run smoothly and efficiently. Acting as the primary point of contact for the Japan office, you will welcome visitors, handle inbound calls, coordinate schedules for the sales team and Country Manager, and manage general office administration. You will also support HR-related activities, including preparing employment contracts, collecting employee documentation, coordinating stamping procedures, and maintaining accurate records. In addition, you will liaise closely with the Malaysia office and overseas headquarters to ensure timely communication and the proper handling of business documents and administrative processes. While most accounting functions are managed by the regional finance team, you will assist with invoice processing, expense documentation, and other local financial administrative tasks as needed. -
Legal Affairs | Legal Staff
- Legal, In-House Counsel, Legal Affairs
- Tokyo
- ¥6,000,000~¥9,000,000
This company, established in 2025, is a service provider in the mobility sector, and operates businesses that support the safety management and operational efficiency of the vehicles owned by companies.
Under management, the company operates its business based on capital of several billion yen and was established with investments from multiple companies.
Its main businesses include driving behavior analysis services aimed at reducing accident risks, and planning, developing, and operating driver assistance systems that visualize and manage the driving conditions of work vehicles. Through these services, we aim to contribute to improving safety and operational efficiency for companies using vehicles.
As the first legal officer, you will be responsible for legal affairs. -
Legal Affairs | Legal Affairs
- Consulting & Professional Services, Consulting
- Legal, In-House Counsel, Legal Affairs
- Tokyo
- ¥4,500,000~¥7,000,000
A rapidly growing consulting firm that values value centered on "people," practicing long-term support based on trust and empathy. Founded in the mid-2010s, it has now expanded to about 1,000 employees. It covers a wide range of areas from business strategy, IT, digital transformation, to project management in one go. Many of the firms are from major firms, but a flat organizational culture is rooted in where employees can act autonomously regardless of title or seniority. Their consulting style emphasizes human strength and teamwork, rather than specialized skills.
They also focus on creating a working environment, including remote work, flextime systems, career support, training, mentoring, and health support, all designed to balance employee growth and peace of mind. Under a highly transparent organizational culture, we are a company that has earned support from many young and mid-career professionals as a workplace where you can expand your potential and deeply contribute to clients.
You will be in charge of legal affairs in the corporate department of a consulting firm. -
Legal Affairs
- Legal, In-House Counsel, Legal Affairs
- Tokyo
- ¥5,700,000~¥8,500,000
As an infrastructure company supporting urban mobility, we operate a parking network boasting an overwhelming scale both domestically and internationally. Furthermore, we are expanding new mobility services such as ride-sharing and car sharing, building a next-generation mobility infrastructure that connects people and cities, and also operating various businesses including car rentals and related financial services.
In addition to a stable business foundation, we are actively developing new services utilizing digital technologies, and sustainable growth is expected. We are expanding globally beyond Japan, currently operating overseas in seven countries including the UK, Australia, and New Zealand, providing an environment where we can participate in large-scale challenges. At the forefront of transforming the way society moves, we are expanding fields where you can build your own career.
You will be responsible for a wide range of legal services to strengthen legal and compliance functions across the entire group. You will be active in areas directly linked to business growth, such as strengthening governance and promoting strategic legal affairs, going beyond simple contract reviews. You will also be involved in the development and guidance of young members, taking on the role of raising the overall level of the organization.
Furthermore, you will be actively involved in challenging themes, such as developing controls and rules from a global perspective, including those of overseas group companies. -
Manufacturing Plant Facility Management Manager
- IT, Software platform
- HR, GA & Facilities, Facilities & General Affairs
- Saitama
- ¥4,600,000~¥11,000,000
Global Sales Leader | As a foreign automotive parts manufacturer, the company is expanding its software and electronics products. As a German company deeply rooted in Japan and operating globally, it employs diverse employees, maintains a 1% turnover rate, and maintains a well-established working environment. In April 2024, a new research and development facility was completed, and the company is working on further advanced technologies.
A global leader in sales, this foreign-owned automotive parts manufacturer is expanding its software and electronics product portfolio. As a long‑established German company in Japan with worldwide operations, it offers a diverse workforce and an excellent working environment, reflected in its low 1% turnover rate. In April 2024, a new research and development facility was completed, further strengthening the company’s efforts in advanced technology development.
This position oversees the maintenance and management of infrastructure and facility equipment at manufacturing plants, promoting stable equipment operation, capital investment, facility-related projects, and continuous improvement.
By collaborating with internal departments, external vendors, and global teams, you lead stable operation of factory infrastructure and forward-looking equipment planning, DX, and operational efficiency. -
GA Facility Management | General Affairs Facility Manager
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- HR, GA & Facilities, Facilities & General Affairs
- Kanagawa
- ¥10,500,000~¥16,000,000
As a world-class automotive parts supplier, we globally offer a wide range of products and solutions that support next-generation mobility society, including in-vehicle infotainment, electronics, electrification, and advanced driver assistance technologies (ADAS). Through cutting-edge technologies that connect people, cars, and society, we contribute to realizing safe, comfortable, and sustainable mobility experiences. Based on strong partnerships with automotive OEMs, we aim to create innovative value that meets ever-changing market needs.
You will be responsible for driving transformation in the general affairs and facilities domains for IPOs and Stand Alone. Based on management strategies and business plans, you will lead the planning and execution of initiatives that redesign base operations, facility investment, and general affairs services, and enhance corporate value. Additionally, through collaboration with management, including the president and executives, and various business divisions, you will promote decision-making from a company-wide optimal perspective and create systems that maximize the use of limited management resources.
Depending on your rank and role, you are expected to lead transformation as the person responsible for setting the overall direction of the organization and planning and executing management or reform themes. -
Facility Planning, Project Manager
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- HR, GA & Facilities, Facilities & General Affairs
- Tokyo
- ¥8,600,000~¥11,000,000
We provide innovative solutions to meet the diverse needs of society and customers. In particular, the Design Marketing Division focuses on "customer-centric business activities," promoting the creation of brand culture, developing new markets and businesses, maximizing existing businesses, and further enhancing the overall competitiveness of the company through strengthening UX design and modernizing marketing. Additionally, in the Planning Operations Division, the Planning and Management Department continuously optimizes people, processes, and technology, leading company-wide transformation projects and organizational reforms. By introducing various career support systems and flexible work styles adapted to the global business environment, we have established a system where each employee can grow while contributing to solving social issues.
You will consistently lead facility projects such as rebuilding aging buildings, large-scale renovations, and office restructuring at major locations (such as Osaka and Fukuoka) from planning concept to completion. Anticipating business growth and work style transformation, we formulate facility strategies and investment plans with a 5~20 year vision through discussions with business divisions and management, promoting the realization of a safe and highly productive workplace environment. -
Tohoku Recruitment Specialist (Yamagata) | Tohoku Recruitment Specialist (Yamagata)
- Distribution & Retail
- HR, GA & Facilities, Talent Acquisition, Recruitment
- Yamagata
- ¥4,400,000~¥6,300,000
We are engaged in a wide range of automotive-related businesses, including operating corporate rental car businesses, operating authorized dealerships nationwide, and vehicle sales.
By understanding customer needs through communication and respecting employee autonomy, we aim to be a company where employees empathize with the company's direction and achieve customer satisfaction together.
As the group's recruitment manager, you will be responsible for recruiting new graduates and mid-career hires. You will be responsible for overall recruitment activities, mainly in the Tohoku area, where further business expansion is planned.
This position involves a wide range of responsibilities from planning recruitment strategies to execution, promoting the recruitment of talent that supports the group's growth. -
Business Operations Support
- Manufacturer, Semiconductor
- IT, Program・Project Management, Sales Administration, Compliance, HR Operations
- Mie
- ¥4,500,000~¥7,500,000
A leading global semiconductor equipment manufacturer headquartered in the United States, the company specializes in advanced wafer fabrication technologies and holds a top market share in key process segments such as etching. It supports major semiconductor manufacturers worldwide through a strong network of global operations across Asia, Europe, and North America. Known for its cutting-edge innovation and collaborative, multicultural work environment, the company delivers high-performance solutions while fostering continuous learning, technical excellence, and cross-border teamwork.
As a Business Operations Analyst, you will support critical customer-focused business operations by managing reporting, order fulfillment activities, logistics coordination, and process improvement initiatives that ensure efficient and accurate execution across the organization. You will collaborate closely with sales teams, operations stakeholders, customers, vendors, and logistics partners to analyze operational data, maintain business reports, coordinate equipment delivery schedules, and support export-related processes. In this role, you will leverage advanced Excel and SAP capabilities to generate insights, process equipment orders, create quotations, monitor key performance metrics, and maintain data accuracy across business systems. You will also identify operational inefficiencies, support continuous improvement initiatives, resolve operational issues, and drive cross-functional coordination to enhance service quality, operational effectiveness, and customer satisfaction while ensuring timely execution of business commitments.
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