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Leading human resources recruitment agency

Are you seeking top-tier professionals to lead your company’s HR strategy and labor management? With Japan facing a critical labor shortage, businesses are reshaping their recruitment strategies. At Robert Half, our specialized HR recruiters are experts in connecting you with skilled HR and labor relations professionals who can drive immediate results. Hire today Looking for a job? Search available roles now.

Why partner with Robert Half

We understand the importance of finding the right local talent. With a focus on quality, speed, and transparency, we’re more than an HR agency, we’re your partner in building high-performing teams that drive results.  Our expertise supports both Japanese and international companies, allowing you to focus on what you do best, driving your business forward. 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 human resources recruitment

HR business partnering and leadership

We connect you with HR experts who drive growth by bridging the gap between management and workforce for stronger leadership.
Top roles:
HR Director HR Manager HR Business Partner

Compensation & Benefits and HR operations

Hire HR experts who align human resource strategies with business goals, managing cost control through a strategic lens to optimize payroll, benefits, and workforce management.
Top roles:
C&B Director C&B Manager Global HRIS (HR Information Systems)

Talent (Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, L&D)

In today’s changing workforce, aligning business goals with strategic HR is critical. We source top HR professionals to optimize talent acquisition, drive growth and ensure long-term success.
Top roles:
Talent Management / Organization Development Talent Acquisition Manager Learning & Development Manager

Hire professionals who understand your industry

Access top candidates with industry-specific knowledge and experience. Here are just a few of the top sectors we support with human resources talent: Healthcare Semiconductor Luxury Consumer goods Manufacturing Retail

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Finding the right supply chain management (SCM) and logistics talent isn’t one-size-fits-all. Whether you’re scaling your SCM team or need specialized contractors for critical projects, we deliver customized supply chain and logistics recruitment solutions to match your exact requirements.

Contract talent

Quickly expand your team with short- and long-term human resources professionals. Learn more

Permanent talent

Access our network of pre-screened, permanent human resouces professionals across Japan. Learn more

Executive search

Our retained search experts can identify senior human resources executives and COOs who can help lead your company forward. Learn more

How to hire human resources (HR) talent with us

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Initial consultation

We listen to your needs for HR and related roles, 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 HR 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.

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Work with experienced supply chain management (SCM) and logistics recruiters in Japan to hire top talent.
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Learn how we’ve helped businesses like yours

The client needed an experienced HR Director to spearhead a new initiative focused on workforce transformation. However, finding candidates with a proven track record in designing and executing large-scale transformation projects proved challenging. Additionally, the client required the candidate’s expertise to align with their long-term strategic goals. To tackle this challenge, we conducted a targeted search to identify HR leaders with specialized experience in workforce transformation. Collaborating closely with the client, we refined the role's scope and developed a tailored candidate profile aligned with their strategic vision. We also provided insights into market trends and candidate expectations, ensuring a strong match between talent and the company’s needs.
A Japanese technology multinational corporation (MNC) needed a fully bilingual (Japanese/English) Senior HR Business Partner (HRBP) with deep expertise in change management to support an urgent organizational transformation project.  To meet the client’s urgent needs, we designed a priority search strategy and leveraged our global talent network to identify and engage bilingual professionals with expertise in change management within two weeks. 
A Japanese food & beverage multinational corporation (MNC) sought a highly experienced Global Compensation & Benefits Director to lead its global compensation strategy. The ideal candidate needed deep expertise in international compensation frameworks and the ability to navigate both Western and Japanese business environments. Identifying a senior executive with this niche skill set and cultural adaptability posed a significant challenge. To address this, we conducted a specialized, cross-border executive search targeting senior leaders with global expertise in compensation and benefits. We identified a candidate with a strong track record in both Western and Japanese corporate settings, ensuring a seamless cultural fit and alignment with the company’s global strategy.

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Frequently asked questions

Robert Half supports a broad range of clients, including foreign-affiliated and Japanese-affiliated global companies, small and medium-sized businesses, and start-ups. We are particularly sought after by companies requiring bilingual talent and those looking for global recruitment strategies.
What types of companies use Robert Half's services?
What types of companies use Robert Half's services?
Robert Half supports a broad range of clients, including foreign-affiliated and Japanese-affiliated global companies, small and medium-sized businesses, and start-ups. We are particularly sought after by companies requiring bilingual talent and those looking for global recruitment strategies.
Yes, Robert Half has extensive experience assisting Japanese companies in Human Resources (HR) and Labor Relations (L&R) recruitment. We specialize in various areas such as recruiting, HR business partnering (HRBP), talent management, organizational development, and learning & development. Our recruitment experience spans a wide range of industries, from major domestic and international corporations to start-ups.
Does Robert Half have experience in the Japanese HR field?
Does Robert Half have experience in the Japanese HR field?
Yes, Robert Half has extensive experience assisting Japanese companies in Human Resources (HR) and Labor Relations (L&R) recruitment. We specialize in various areas such as recruiting, HR business partnering (HRBP), talent management, organizational development, and learning & development. Our recruitment experience spans a wide range of industries, from major domestic and international corporations to start-ups.
We have a growing number of high-level HR positions, including HR Manager, HR Director, Senior HR Business Partner (HRBP), Talent Acquisition Manager, C&B Manager, Talent Management/Organizational Development, and Global HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems). Many of these positions are available in the private sector, so please contact us for more details.
What kind of high-level HR jobs are available?
What kind of high-level HR jobs are available?
We have a growing number of high-level HR positions, including HR Manager, HR Director, Senior HR Business Partner (HRBP), Talent Acquisition Manager, C&B Manager, Talent Management/Organizational Development, and Global HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems). Many of these positions are available in the private sector, so please contact us for more details.
For high-level roles, expertise in talent management (e.g., 9Box, PPM, BambooHR), HR information systems (HRIS), and CRM tools like Salesforce, Workday, and SAP SuccessFactors is crucial. Bilingual skills in English and Japanese are often necessary, along with experience in compensation and benefits (C&B) design and operations, change management, and labor compliance. Contact us to find the best position matching your experience and skills.
What skills are required for high-level jobs in the Human Resources (HR) and Labor Relations field?
What skills are required for high-level jobs in the Human Resources (HR) and Labor Relations field?
For high-level roles, expertise in talent management (e.g., 9Box, PPM, BambooHR), HR information systems (HRIS), and CRM tools like Salesforce, Workday, and SAP SuccessFactors is crucial. Bilingual skills in English and Japanese are often necessary, along with experience in compensation and benefits (C&B) design and operations, change management, and labor compliance. Contact us to find the best position matching your experience and skills.
Yes, Robert Half has extensive experience recruiting professionals with expertise in operating global HR systems such as Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, and Oracle HCM. Contact us to discuss how we can help you find the ideal candidate for your company’s needs.
Do you have experience hiring candidates with experience operating global HR systems such as Workday and SuccessFactors?
Do you have experience hiring candidates with experience operating global HR systems such as Workday and SuccessFactors?
Yes, Robert Half has extensive experience recruiting professionals with expertise in operating global HR systems such as Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, and Oracle HCM. Contact us to discuss how we can help you find the ideal candidate for your company’s needs.
Yes, we can. By leveraging our extensive network of HR professionals built over many years, we can quickly introduce candidates who meet your company’s needs. We are also flexible and responsive to urgent requests, so please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Can you fill positions on short notice?
Can you fill positions on short notice?
Yes, we can. By leveraging our extensive network of HR professionals built over many years, we can quickly introduce candidates who meet your company’s needs. We are also flexible and responsive to urgent requests, so please don’t hesitate to contact us.
At Robert Half, our expert consultants conduct in-depth assessments of candidates’ skills, experience, and cultural fit. We perform practical skills evaluations, analyze work history and past performance, and may conduct reference checks to ensure candidates align with your company’s corporate and organizational culture.
How does Robert Half evaluate a candidate's knowledge and skills in HR and adaptability to the corporate culture?
How does Robert Half evaluate a candidate's knowledge and skills in HR and adaptability to the corporate culture?
At Robert Half, our expert consultants conduct in-depth assessments of candidates’ skills, experience, and cultural fit. We perform practical skills evaluations, analyze work history and past performance, and may conduct reference checks to ensure candidates align with your company’s corporate and organizational culture.
Robert Half offers specialized consultants who focus exclusively on HR and Labor Relations, ensuring the right candidate is matched to the right role quickly. In addition to tailored advice based on market trends and competitive conditions, we provide up-to-date information on salary rates. We handle every step of the recruitment process, from candidate sourcing and screening to coordinating interviews and negotiating salaries, ensuring a smooth and successful hiring experience while preventing mismatches.
What are the advantages of hiring Robert Half for Human Resources (HR) and Labor Relations recruiting?
What are the advantages of hiring Robert Half for Human Resources (HR) and Labor Relations recruiting?
Robert Half offers specialized consultants who focus exclusively on HR and Labor Relations, ensuring the right candidate is matched to the right role quickly. In addition to tailored advice based on market trends and competitive conditions, we provide up-to-date information on salary rates. We handle every step of the recruitment process, from candidate sourcing and screening to coordinating interviews and negotiating salaries, ensuring a smooth and successful hiring experience while preventing mismatches.
Salary levels for HR and Labor Relations positions in Japan vary depending on factors like job type, industry, company size, years of experience, and specific skills. Specialized positions, such as HR Business Partners (HRBP), Talent Management/Organizational Development, and Compensation & Benefits (C&B) Managers, typically command higher salaries. Robert Half publishes an annual salary guide that summarizes the latest salary trends, access the guide for more details.
What are the salary levels for Human Resources (HR) / Labor Relations positions in Japan?
What are the salary levels for Human Resources (HR) / Labor Relations positions in Japan?
Salary levels for HR and Labor Relations positions in Japan vary depending on factors like job type, industry, company size, years of experience, and specific skills. Specialized positions, such as HR Business Partners (HRBP), Talent Management/Organizational Development, and Compensation & Benefits (C&B) Managers, typically command higher salaries. Robert Half publishes an annual salary guide that summarizes the latest salary trends, access the guide for more details.

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