Senior Recruitment Consultant – Japan Desk

Industry: Executive Search / Recruitment
Location: Singapore
Employment Type: Full-time
Salary Range: SGD 6,000 – 9,000 per month (excluding commission)

Job Description

We are a Singapore-based recruitment firm supporting clients across APAC, including financial services and corporate sectors. We are seeking a Senior Recruitment Consultant to focus on Japan-linked mandates, covering both Singapore-based clients and clients headquartered in Japan.

This is a full-cycle (360) recruitment role involving business development, client management, and candidate delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development & Client Management

• Develop and manage relationships with Japanese corporate clients in Singapore and in Japan
• Identify new business opportunities and maintain a pipeline of recruitment mandates
• Advise clients on hiring strategies, market conditions, and talent availability
• Negotiate terms of business and recruitment fees

Recruitment Execution

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes from job briefing to offer stage
• Source, screen, and assess candidates for client roles
• Provide market insights, salary benchmarking, and candidate feedback to clients
• Maintain professional candidate engagement throughout the hiring process

Market Development

• Build knowledge of Japan-related hiring markets, including cross-border recruitment
• Develop networks of candidates and clients within the financial services sector and any other complementary sectors.
• Contribute to the development of the firm’s Japan desk

Requirements

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a recruitment agency in a 360 recruitment role
• Demonstrated experience in managing recruitment processes and client relationships

Language Requirements

• Business-level proficiency in Japanese and English is required, as the role involves regular communication with Japanese-speaking clients and candidates, including reviewing role requirements, conducting interviews, and managing recruitment processes

Skills & Competencies

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines
• Organised and detail-oriented approach to work
• Ability to work independently in a target-driven environment
• Basic understanding of recruitment processes and market dynamics

Additional Information

• Commission and incentive structure applies in addition to base salary
• Training and support will be provided