A well‑known Japanese B2C company with a strong global presence in the sports and lifestyle space. Renowned for its high brand recognition, product quality, and innovation, the company has a stable business foundation and continues to expand internationally. The HR function includes senior members with experience from top global companies, and the organization is actively transitioning toward a more international, strategic, and carboxynorspermidine HR model.

Your new role

• Lead and develop the Talent Acquisition team strategically
• Collaborate with HRBPs and business leaders to define hiring needs and strategies
• Manage full-cycle recruitment for new grads, mid-career, and temp staff
• Oversee RPO and vendor relationships
• Drive employer branding and talent pipeline initiatives
• Contribute to broader HR functions such as system planning and development
• Support career development and succession planning
• Lead or participate in HR transformation projects

What you'll need to succeed

• Minimum 5 years of recruitment experience
• Experience across various industries is a plus
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Business-level English (reading/writing) and native-level Japanese

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary package (¥11–12M total)
• Career path toward HRBP or Head of HR
• Stable business with global expansion
• Flexible working style (1 WFH day/week, flextime with core hours 11:00–15:00)
• Collaborative and international HR team

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, please click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. Alternatively, you can email Jannie.Nguyen@hays.co.jp.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you're exploring new HR opportunities, feel free to reach out for a confidential career discussion.

Note: Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your understanding.