Head of Mid-Career Recruitment
Company
Marketing Technology, SaaS, and AI Company
Location
Tokyo, Japan
Employment Type
Full-time
Overview
A rapidly growing technology company operating across marketing technology, SaaS, and AI is seeking a Head of Mid-Career Recruitment to lead talent acquisition strategy and execution during a period of continued expansion.
This role will be responsible for designing and implementing company-wide recruitment initiatives, partnering closely with executive leadership and business stakeholders to attract top talent across a wide range of functions. The position offers significant visibility within the organization and plays a critical role in supporting business growth, organizational development, and workforce planning.
Key Responsibilities
Develop and execute mid-career recruitment strategies aligned with business objectives and organizational growth plans
Lead workforce planning initiatives and talent acquisition programs across multiple business functions
Drive recruitment process improvements, operational efficiency, and best practices throughout the hiring lifecycle
Partner with senior leadership and hiring managers to identify talent needs and develop hiring strategies
Lead company-wide talent acquisition projects and cross-functional initiatives
Analyze recruitment performance metrics and provide regular updates and recommendations to management
Manage and develop the mid-career recruitment team to ensure successful delivery of hiring goals
Build scalable recruitment processes and strengthen organizational knowledge management
Support employer branding and recruitment marketing initiatives
Collaborate with stakeholders to address workforce challenges and support organizational growth initiatives
Requirements
Minimum 2 years of experience leading end-to-end mid-career recruitment strategy and execution
Minimum 1 year of people management experience
Strong experience partnering with business leaders and hiring managers
Proven ability to manage multiple recruitment priorities in a fast-paced environment
Experience developing and implementing recruitment processes and talent acquisition initiatives
Strong communication, stakeholder management, and project management skills
Preferred Qualifications
Recruitment experience within the technology, SaaS, software, or digital industries
Experience supporting organizations through rapid headcount growth
Experience recruiting international talent and supporting global hiring initiatives
Knowledge of recruitment marketing trends and talent acquisition best practices
Expertise in hiring for specific functions such as engineering, business, sales, or corporate roles
Experience working in high-growth or venture-backed environments
Ideal Candidate Profile
Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to execution
Strong leadership and team development capabilities
Data-driven and comfortable using metrics to influence decisions
Adaptable and comfortable navigating organizational change
Passionate about building scalable talent acquisition functions
Strong collaborator who can effectively influence stakeholders at all levels
Team Structure
Assignment: Human Resources Department – Mid-Career Recruitment Team
HR Manager: 1
Team Leader: 1
Team Members: 5
Contract Staff: 4
Work Style
Primarily office-based with one remote workday per week available
Flexible working hours with start and finish times adjustable by up to two hours
Standard working hours: 10:00–19:00
Flexible scheduling options available during the hiring process
Career Opportunity
This position offers the opportunity to shape recruitment strategy at a rapidly scaling technology organization. As the company continues to expand through business growth, new ventures, and acquisitions, successful candidates may have opportunities to progress into broader HR leadership positions, including HRBP, subsidiary HR leadership, or Head of Human Resources roles.
Hiring Process
Application Review
Two Interview Rounds
Aptitude Assessment
Reference Check
Offer
Background and reference checks will be conducted during the hiring process.