{"id":12026,"date":"2026-03-19T15:47:35","date_gmt":"2026-03-19T06:47:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/careers.zen.group\/?post_type=awsm_job_openings&#038;p=12026"},"modified":"2026-03-27T17:09:51","modified_gmt":"2026-03-27T08:09:51","slug":"humanresources-recruitment","status":"publish","type":"awsm_job_openings","link":"https:\/\/careers.zen.group\/en\/job\/humanresources-recruitment\/","title":{"rendered":"Human Resources (Recruitment)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why we are hiring<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As a global company centered on cross-border e-commerce, we operate a diverse range of services connecting Japan with international markets. To support our rapid business growth, we are currently strengthening mid-career recruitment across various departments, from administrative and creative roles to sales and marketing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We are now in a pivotal phase as we accelerate preparations for our Initial Public Offering (IPO). To achieve this milestone, building a robust organizational foundation and expanding the workforce in every department is essential. Consequently, our company-wide demand for top talent is surging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To support this long-term organizational growth during this critical transition, we have decided to expand and strengthen our dedicated recruitment team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You will be involved in the full recruitment lifecycle, from developing hiring strategies to candidate onboarding. We are looking for a professional who is excited to move beyond simple backfilling and take on the challenge of building a world-class organization from the ground up as we head toward our IPO.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Main Duties<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Job Advertising &amp; Management: Handling the placement and optimization of job advertisements across various platforms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sourcing &amp; Outreach: Actively sourcing candidates and managing &#8220;scout&#8221; (direct message) outreach.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Candidate Screening: Reviewing resumes and applications to assess qualifications and cultural fit.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Interview Coordination &amp; Execution: Scheduling interviews and conducting initial (first-round) interviews.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Post-Offer Follow-up: Managing the candidate experience from the offer stage to ensure high acceptance rates (Offer Management).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Process Improvement: Proposing and implementing strategies to optimize the recruitment workflow.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recruitment PR &amp; Branding: Executing activities to improve employer branding and attract top talent.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Who We Are Looking For<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Must-Have Skills<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Japanese Proficiency (JLPT N1 equivalent or better).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recruitment Experience: 2+ years of experience in HR or talent acquisition.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Preferred Skills<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Industry Knowledge: Experience or background in the recruitment\/staffing industry.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sales Background: Experience in any form of sales or business development.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>English Proficiency: TOEIC 800+ or equivalent (highly preferred).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Writing Skills: Strong copywriting or content creation abilities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Social Media Management: Experience managing SNS platforms for branding or outreach.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Personality<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-8cf370e7 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Diversity &amp; Inclusion: Ability to effectively support and communicate with employees from diverse backgrounds.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Self-Starter: Proactive and capable of taking initiative without constant supervision.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Communication skills: Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Consultative Mindset: Ability to propose solutions and drive improvements within current organizational processes and workflows.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Attention to Detail: Candidates with a proven high level of observational skills with a keen eye for detail are strongly welcomed.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About Us<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>ZenGroup is an e-commerce company based in Osaka, Japan, with over 400 active employees across our headquarters and logistics centers. With a diverse workforce representing more than 34 nationalities, we support the international market in purchasing products from Japan and help Japanese companies sell their products overseas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>ZenGroup currently operates the following six services:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>ZenMarket<\/strong>: A proxy-buying platform that enables international customers to shop in their own language on major Japanese e-commerce sites such as Mercari, Yahoo Auctions, Yahoo Shopping, and more.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>ZenPlus<\/strong>: An e-commerce marketplace that connects over 3,000 small to mid-sized Japanese businesses with international customers.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>ZenPromo<\/strong>: A promotional service that helps Japanese companies refine their international marketing strategies and build global brand awareness.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>ZenPop<\/strong>: A monthly subscription box service offering curated stationery items that highlight Japanese <em>kawaii<\/em> culture and other cultural elements.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>ZenLink<\/strong>: An HTML tag-based service for Japanese e-commerce companies that enables their products to be purchased on ZenMarket, driving international web traffic to their stores.<br><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>ZenStudio<\/strong>: A creative agency specializing in web design and video production, supporting businesses entering digital media or enhancing their e-commerce presence to meet modern trends.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, our platform has over 2 million registered users, is available in 19 languages, and serves customers in over 181 countries across six continents\u2014delivering Japanese products to the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Position<\/strong><\/td><td>Human Resources Recruiter<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Department<\/strong><\/td><td>General Affairs &amp; Human Resources Department, Recruitment Team<br><br>Team: 4 members (1 Team Leader, 3 Recruitment Associates)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Contract Type<\/strong><\/td><td>Full-time employee<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Positions Available<\/strong><\/td><td>2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Reason for hire<\/strong><\/td><td>Staff expansion<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Working Hours<\/strong><\/td><td>Standard working hours: 9:15 AM~6:15 PM<br>&nbsp;PM (8 working hours \/ 1 hour break)<br>Flextime available: Start work anytime between 7:00 AM &#8211; 10:00 AM, with up to 2 hours of break time per day.<br>*Standard working hours apply during the initial training period (approx. 2 months).<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Work Location<\/strong><\/td><td>Head Office (Osaka Sakaisuji L Tower, 1-7-7 Kawaramachi, Chuo-ku, Osaka City)<br><br>*On-site<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Access<\/strong><\/td><td>Osaka Metro Chuo Line Sakaisuji Honmachi Station 6 mins<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Salary<\/strong><\/td><td>Based on previous experience and ability<br>\u30fbBonus: twice a year (June and December)<br>\u30fbSalary evaluation: once a year<br>\u30fb3-month probationary period (Salary same as above)<br>\u30fbIf the required period of employment is not met, the employee will not be eligible for their initial bonus.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Other Allowances<\/strong><\/td><td>Overtime (paid by minute)<br>Transportation allowance (Up to \u00a530,000\/month)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Days Off &amp; Vacation Leave<\/strong><\/td><td>\u30fb5-day workweek (Saturday &amp; Sunday off)<br>\u30fbNew Year holiday (4 days)<br>\u30fbPaid leave (26 days in year 1)<br>\u30fbCongratulatory and condolence leave<br>\u30fbMaternity\/paternity leave<br>\u30fbChild care leave<br>\u30fbPersonal day leave<br>*Work is required on national holidays, excluding the New Year holiday.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Benefits<\/strong><\/td><td>\u30fbComplete social insurance<br>(workers\u2019 compensation, employment, health, welfare pension)<br>\u30fbBusiness casual dress code<br>\u30fbTraining system (job-specific, level-specific training)<br>\u30fbJapanese\/English lessons<br>\u30fbIn-house club activities (karaoke, day camp, etc.)<br>\u30fbMonthly company events<br>\u30fbFree tea and coffee<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Regarding Paid Vacation<\/strong><\/td><td>26 days of paid leave are provided from the first year, with the number increasing annually.<br><br>In 2024, the paid leave usage rate exceeded 80%.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Selection Process<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>First interview<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 Hiring Team (45-60 mins, online or in-person)<br>*Logic test (Test excluded for online Interviews)<br>\u2193<br><strong>Second interview<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 Second interview (45~60mins) \u2013 CEO, Recruitment team leader *in-person<br>*Travel Reimbursement up to \u00a527,000 available for applicants outside the Kansai region<br>*Logic Test (Iif not completed during the first interview)<br>\u2193<br><strong>Third Interview<\/strong>&nbsp;\u2013 HR Planning Team (45-60 mins, online or in-person)<br>*Company culture test<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Why we are hiring As a global company centered on  [&#8230;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":17,"featured_media":7684,"template":"","meta":[],"class_list":["post-12026","awsm_job_openings","type-awsm_job_openings","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","job-category-human-resources","service-general","carrer-level-staff-level","location-chuo-ward-osaka-headquarters"],"aioseo_notices":[],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/careers.zen.group\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/awsm_job_openings\/12026","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/careers.zen.group\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/awsm_job_openings"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/careers.zen.group\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/awsm_job_openings"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/careers.zen.group\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/17"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/careers.zen.group\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/7684"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/careers.zen.group\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=12026"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}