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**Job Function: **
Human Resources
**Job Sub Function: **
Talent Acquisition
Job Category:
People Leader
All Job Posting Locations:
Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan
Job Description:
Position Overview
The Talent Acquisition Manager will lead and execute recruitment strategy while managing and developing a high-performing TA team. This role combines hands-on recruitment leadership, people management, and strategic partnership with business leaders to support growth in a regulated Medical Device environment.
The successful candidate will demonstrate strong expertise in the Japan medical device talent market, experience leading recruiters, and the ability to operate effectively within a matrixed global organization.
Key Responsibilities
Talent Acquisition Strategy & Leadership
- Develop and execute Japan-specific talent acquisition strategies aligned with business growth plans and global HR priorities
- Act as a strategic advisor to Japan leadership on workforce planning, hiring risks, and talent market intelligence
- Translate business needs into scalable recruitment plans for both short- and long-term hiring demand
People Management & Team Development
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of Talent Acquisition Specialists and/or Recruiters in Japan
- Set clear performance objectives, KPIs, and development plans aligned with functional and business goals
- Conduct regular 1:1s, performance reviews, and career development discussions
- Foster a high-performance, inclusive, and collaborative team culture
- Provide hands-on training on sourcing strategies, interview quality, stakeholder management, and compliance hiring
- Manage recruiter workload, prioritization, and resource allocation effectively
- Support succession planning and capability building within the TA organization
End-to-End Recruitment Execution
- Oversee full-cycle recruitment for roles across Sales, Marketing, Clinical, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs, R&D, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Corporate functions
- Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements, competencies, and hiring timelines
- Ensure consistent, structured, and fair interview and selection processes
- Provide escalation support and guidance for complex or senior-level hires
Sourcing Strategy & Employer Branding
- Guide the TA team on effective sourcing strategies including direct sourcing, referrals, and agency partnerships
- Build and maintain strong relationships with specialist recruitment agencies
- Strengthen employer branding in the Japan medical device market through LinkedIn, industry events, and professional networks
- Promote consistent and high-quality candidate experience
Stakeholder & Global Collaboration
- Partner closely with Japan leadership, HR Business Partners, and global TA teams
- Align Japan hiring practices with regional and global standards
- Lead or contribute to APAC/global TA projects, system implementations, and process improvements
Analytics, Reporting & Continuous Improvement
- Set and monitor recruitment KPIs such as time-to-hire, quality of hire, recruiter productivity, and pipeline health
- Provide regular hiring reports and insights to leadership
- Identify opportunities to improve recruitment processes, tools, and team effectiveness
Compliance & Governance
- Ensure all recruitment activities comply with Japan labor laws and internal corporate policies
- Maintain strong governance around data privacy, documentation, and ethical hiring standards
- Support internal and external audits related to hiring practices
Required Qualifications
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
- 7+ years of talent acquisition experience, including 3+ years in Medical Device, Life Sciences, or Healthcare
- Proven experience managing and developing recruiters or TA teams in Japan
- Experience working within a multinational, matrixed organization
Skills & Competencies
- Strong people leadership and coaching capability
- In-depth understanding of Japan talent market dynamics
- Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
- Data-driven decision-making and recruitment analytics experience
Language Requirements
- Native-level Japanese
- Business-level English
**Required Skills: **
Preferred Skills:
Agile Workforce, Candidate Experience, Candidate Sourcing, Consulting, Cultural Communications, Developing Others, HR Strategic Management, Human Resources Consulting, Human Resources Policies, Inclusive Leadership, Leadership, Performance Measurement, Recruitment Marketing, Recruitment Strategy, Relationship Building, Talent Management, Team Management