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Leading financial services recruitment agency

At Robert Half, we specialize in connecting Japanese and international firms with top-tier professionals across banking, securities, insurance, and investment funds. Our industry-focused recruiters leverage deep expertise to deliver highly skilled candidates who will drive immediate impact and support your business’s growth and success. Hire today Looking for a job? Search available roles now. 

Why partner with Robert Half

With over 75 years of experience in financial services, our expert consultants are here to help you find the perfect candidate. We are your trusted partner for all recruitment needs, supporting both Japanese and global companies.  Our specialized team streamlines recruitment, reduces hiring risks, and ensures you secure the right talent quickly and efficiently. Over 75 years of experience in the recruitment industry Global talent network with 300 offices across 18 countries Google Reviews 4.8 (Tokyo) 5.0 (Osaka)

Industry leaders in financial services recruitment

Risk & Compliance

In today’s regulatory landscape, hiring top-tier risk and compliance talent is crucial. We connect you with highly skilled professionals, from compliance associates to directors, who drive compliance, mitigate risks, and safeguard your corporate reputation.
Top roles: 
Compliance Associate / Manager / AVP Compliance VP Compliance SVP / Director

Finance

From financial controllers to internal auditors, we connect you with experts who drive profitability, ensure financial stability, and mitigate risks. Let us help you navigate the uncertainty and optimize your financial strategy with the right professionals for your business.
Top roles:
Financial Control SVP / Director Internal Audit Associate / Manager / AVP Internal Audit VP

Tax

Make better informed decisions with top talent, from tax associates to directors, to ensure accurate tax management, risk mitigation, and compliance for your organization’s long-term stability.
Top roles:
Tax Associate / Manager / AVP Tax VP Tax SVP / Director

Funds

Ensure effective management of investment fund finances, regulatory compliance, and transparency with investors with expert fund accounting managers and fund accounting SVPs/Directors.
Top roles: 
Fund Accountant Associate Fund Accountant Manager / AVP Fund Accountant SVP / Director

Financial crime

We specialize in sourcing top talent in the financial crime sector, ensuring corporate compliance and strengthening risk management strategies to safeguard your business.
Top roles:
Financial Crime Compliance Manager / AVP Financial Crime Compliance SVP / Director

Hire professionals who understand your industry

Access top candidates with industry-specific knowledge and experience. Here are just a few of the top sectors where we can support with financial services talent: Private equity Investment management Asset management Banking Securities Insurance

Ready to hire? We’re ready to help.

Finding the right financial services talent isn’t one-size-fits-all. Whether you’re scaling your finance team or need specialized contractors for critical projects, we deliver customized finance recruitment solutions to match your exact requirements.

Contract talent

Quickly expand your team with short- and long-term financial services professionals. Learn more

Permanent talent

Access our network of pre-screened, permanent financial services professionals across Japan. Learn more

Executive search

Our retained search experts can identify senior finance executives and CFOs who can help lead your company forward. Learn more

How to hire financial services talent with us

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Initial consultation

We listen to your needs in risk, finance, tax, and compliance, then craft a tailored hiring strategy based on market trends to secure top talent with the right skills for your business challenges.

Candidate proposal and selection

Our expert financial recruiters deliver high-impact talent for permanent, contract, or project-based roles by assessing skills, mindset, and culture fit to ensure immediate value and long-term success.

Hire

From screening candidates to salary negotiation and onboarding coordination, we simplify the hiring process so you can focus on running your business efficiently.

Find an office near you

Work with our expert financial services recruiters in Japan to hire top talent.
Or contact us by phone 03-4563-0701

Learn how we’ve helped businesses like yours

A global investment bank planning to expand into Japan initially believed they needed a Japan-qualified lawyer to manage the license application process. However, we identified that this role’s legal scope would be minimal once operations began, making it difficult to attract and retain top legal talent for a position with limited long-term growth. We advised the client that a Compliance Officer with regulatory expertise would better suit their needs for the license application process. To manage legal matters efficiently, we recommended hiring a Contract Manager to work with external counsel, providing a cost-effective solution that ensured a smooth market entry.
A global asset management firm was hiring their first Finance Head in Japan but faced challenges with a limited talent pool and unfamiliarity with the local market. Given the small talent pool for senior candidates with asset management experience, we used a Talent Report to map the market and define key must-have requirements. As the hiring manager and HR were unfamiliar with the Japan market, we employed a Company-In* approach, providing a shortlist and recommending back-to-back interviews to better assess the talent pool. This helped the client quickly identify top candidates and speed up the process. We also advised an effective retention strategy, guiding the client on an optimal career growth plan, and competitive salary to prevent job-hopping. *Company-In is a fast and efficient hiring process designed to streamline candidate selection. After understanding your hiring requirements, we pre-screen candidates and arrange a series of 30-minute interviews at our office. This method allows you to conduct swift evaluations within a limited time.
A global financial company was preparing to launch its asset business in Japan but faced a shortage of compliance candidates from the FinTech industry, making it difficult to find the right talent for the role. We presented asset compliance candidates with experience outside of the financial industry, particularly those in client-facing roles, highlighting their commercial mindset, agility, and adaptability, along with experience in asset products compliance. We worked closely with the hiring and business teams to refine the search, exploring internal transfers/promotions as alternatives.

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Why work in Finance? Roles, responsibilities, and skills explained Finance involves more than just managing complex numbers and calculations. It plays a crucial role in the management of a business and significantly influences the future of a company. In this article, we'll unpack the ins and outs of finance, exploring the difference between accounting, diving into job satisfaction, necessary skills, and its pivotal role in business growth.

Frequently asked questions 

Yes, Robert Half has extensive experience supporting recruitment in Japan's financial sector. We have a strong track record across various areas, including banking, securities, insurance, and investment funds. Our consultants specialize in accounting, finance, tax, compliance, and internal audit roles, helping businesses match with highly skilled professionals and supporting high-level career development.
Does Robert Half have experience supporting recruitment in the Japanese financial industry?
Does Robert Half have experience supporting recruitment in the Japanese financial industry?
Yes, Robert Half has extensive experience supporting recruitment in Japan's financial sector. We have a strong track record across various areas, including banking, securities, insurance, and investment funds. Our consultants specialize in accounting, finance, tax, compliance, and internal audit roles, helping businesses match with highly skilled professionals and supporting high-level career development.
Absolutely. Robert Half is particularly skilled in recruiting bilingual professionals for the financial sector, catering to both Japanese and global companies. We specialize in finding candidates who are fluent in both Japanese and English for roles in accounting, finance, tax, compliance, and internal audit, among others. We help businesses find talent who can adapt to the culture of foreign companies or contribute to the global expansion of Japanese firms.
Can you help with recruiting bilingual talent?
Can you help with recruiting bilingual talent?
Absolutely. Robert Half is particularly skilled in recruiting bilingual professionals for the financial sector, catering to both Japanese and global companies. We specialize in finding candidates who are fluent in both Japanese and English for roles in accounting, finance, tax, compliance, and internal audit, among others. We help businesses find talent who can adapt to the culture of foreign companies or contribute to the global expansion of Japanese firms.
In Japan's financial sector, there is increasing demand for professionals in compliance, internal audit, tax, and financial management due to stronger regulations and the advancement of digital technologies. There is a growing need for senior-level professionals, particularly for AML compliance and governance roles. Additionally, the rise of fintech and digital transformation has created a shortage of financial professionals with IT and digital skills. There is also an increased demand for talent in international tax and global financial management, with English proficiency and international experience being highly valued.
What are the talent needs and challenges in Japan's financial industry?
What are the talent needs and challenges in Japan's financial industry?
In Japan's financial sector, there is increasing demand for professionals in compliance, internal audit, tax, and financial management due to stronger regulations and the advancement of digital technologies. There is a growing need for senior-level professionals, particularly for AML compliance and governance roles. Additionally, the rise of fintech and digital transformation has created a shortage of financial professionals with IT and digital skills. There is also an increased demand for talent in international tax and global financial management, with English proficiency and international experience being highly valued.
In high-level recruitment, we handle roles such as Compliance Analysts, Credit Risk Managers, Financial Advisory & Consulting Managers, Financial Control Managers, Internal Audit VPs (Financial Services), Fund Accounting Managers (Financial Services), and Financial Crime Compliance Managers (Financial Services). Many of these roles are not publicly advertised, so feel free to reach out for more information.
What high-level roles are available in the financial industry?
What high-level roles are available in the financial industry?
In high-level recruitment, we handle roles such as Compliance Analysts, Credit Risk Managers, Financial Advisory & Consulting Managers, Financial Control Managers, Internal Audit VPs (Financial Services), Fund Accounting Managers (Financial Services), and Financial Crime Compliance Managers (Financial Services). Many of these roles are not publicly advertised, so feel free to reach out for more information.
At Robert Half, we take a comprehensive approach to evaluating candidates’ skills in the financial sector. In addition to industry experience in banking, securities, asset management, and insurance, we assess technical knowledge in risk management, investment analysis, compliance, and other specialized areas. We also consider soft skills such as project outcomes, client management, and negotiation abilities. Through interviews, skill tests, and reference checks, we match the right talent to meet our clients' needs.
How does Robert Half evaluate candidates’ skills and experience in the financial sector?
How does Robert Half evaluate candidates’ skills and experience in the financial sector?
At Robert Half, we take a comprehensive approach to evaluating candidates’ skills in the financial sector. In addition to industry experience in banking, securities, asset management, and insurance, we assess technical knowledge in risk management, investment analysis, compliance, and other specialized areas. We also consider soft skills such as project outcomes, client management, and negotiation abilities. Through interviews, skill tests, and reference checks, we match the right talent to meet our clients' needs.
In addition to specialized knowledge, practical experience, and the ability to contribute immediately are key. Important technical skills include experience in AML/KYC (Anti-Money Laundering/Know Your Customer), implementing GRC systems, and regulatory compliance. Certifications such as CA, CPA, and JSDA are highly valued. Soft skills like stakeholder management and excellent communication are also essential. Our annual salary guide provides insights into the skills in high demand and their corresponding average salaries.
What knowledge, skills, and certifications are required for high-level roles in finance?
What knowledge, skills, and certifications are required for high-level roles in finance?
In addition to specialized knowledge, practical experience, and the ability to contribute immediately are key. Important technical skills include experience in AML/KYC (Anti-Money Laundering/Know Your Customer), implementing GRC systems, and regulatory compliance. Certifications such as CA, CPA, and JSDA are highly valued. Soft skills like stakeholder management and excellent communication are also essential. Our annual salary guide provides insights into the skills in high demand and their corresponding average salaries.
Risk management and compliance professionals play a critical role in understanding the regulations financial institutions must comply with and implementing strategies to manage and mitigate risks. They must be adaptable to industry and regulatory changes, with strong legal knowledge and problem-solving skills. Regular risk assessments and audit abilities are also essential to minimizing risk while supporting business operations.
What is the role of risk management and compliance professionals in financial institutions, and what skills are required?
What is the role of risk management and compliance professionals in financial institutions, and what skills are required?
Risk management and compliance professionals play a critical role in understanding the regulations financial institutions must comply with and implementing strategies to manage and mitigate risks. They must be adaptable to industry and regulatory changes, with strong legal knowledge and problem-solving skills. Regular risk assessments and audit abilities are also essential to minimizing risk while supporting business operations.
Yes, we can. Robert Half has an extensive network of pre-screened professionals in the financial services industry, allowing us to quickly meet urgent recruitment needs. Whether it is accounting, finance, tax, compliance, or internal audit, we can present qualified candidates that can start immediately to meet your business needs.
Can you help with urgent recruitment needs?
Can you help with urgent recruitment needs?
Yes, we can. Robert Half has an extensive network of pre-screened professionals in the financial services industry, allowing us to quickly meet urgent recruitment needs. Whether it is accounting, finance, tax, compliance, or internal audit, we can present qualified candidates that can start immediately to meet your business needs.
Yes, in addition to permanent placements, we can introduce project-based or temporary contract employees, as well as outsourced solutions. We leverage our network of highly skilled professionals with specialized knowledge and practical experience in financial services to offer flexible staffing solutions for both short-term and long-term projects, helping you meet your business needs and strengthening your workforce strategy.
Do you provide staffing for temporary or contract roles?
Do you provide staffing for temporary or contract roles?
Yes, in addition to permanent placements, we can introduce project-based or temporary contract employees, as well as outsourced solutions. We leverage our network of highly skilled professionals with specialized knowledge and practical experience in financial services to offer flexible staffing solutions for both short-term and long-term projects, helping you meet your business needs and strengthening your workforce strategy.

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