Talent Acquisition Specialist – Japanese Speaking

Marcus Evans, founded in 1983, is a global business intelligence and event marketing company with 49 offices. Headquartered in the UK, we are recognized among the top UK companies for work/life balance.

Across all industry sectors, our Summits, Conferences, and Online Events brands deliver high-level content, networking, and one-to-one meeting platforms that bring together key decision-makers globally. Our client base includes C-level executives from 98% of Fortune 1000 companies across manufacturing, IT, marketing, HR, healthcare, and legal sectors.

As our Japan business continues to grow, we are strengthening our Talent Acquisition support for the region.

We are looking for a Japanese-speaking Talent Acquisition Specialist based in Hyderabad to work closely with our Senior TA professional in Japan.

This role will support end-to-end recruitment for the Japan region while also contributing to improving sourcing methods, talent pipelines, and recruitment processes. You will be involved in full-cycle hiring and day-to-day TA operations, while helping us expand our reach in the Japanese talent market. This position reports directly to the Managing Director – Global TA & Development and direct interaction with the CEO and Managing Director for Sales, offering strong exposure within a global organization.

This is an in-person role based in our Hyderabad office.

Key Responsibilities

Japan Recruitment Support

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for roles in the Japan region.

• Partner closely with the Japan Senior TA and hiring managers.

• Conduct candidate screening and interviews in Japanese and English.

• Coordinate interviews and ensure smooth communication across time zones.

• Deliver a professional and positive candidate experience.

Sourcing & Talent Pipeline Development

• Use job boards, LinkedIn, referrals, and direct sourcing to identify qualified candidates.

• Build and maintain talent pools for recurring hiring needs.

• Support improved sourcing approaches to increase candidate flow.

• Track sourcing effectiveness and hiring progress. Design and execute innovative sourcing strategies specific to the Japanese market.

Recruitment Process & Operations

• Ensure accurate use of ATS systems and reporting tools.

• Maintain recruitment documentation and candidate records.

• Support consistent recruitment practices aligned with global TA standards.

• Contribute ideas to improve efficiency in hiring processes.

Employer Branding & Market Positioning

• Contribute to positioning Marcus Evans as an employer of choice in Japan.

• Support localized recruitment marketing initiatives.

• Participate in career events and digital branding efforts where relevant.

Qualifications

• Fluent in Business Professional Japanese and English (spoken and written).

• Proven experience in recruitment (agency or in-house).

• Strong understanding of Japanese hiring culture and candidate expectations.

• Experienced in sourcing, headhunting, and proactive talent mapping.

• Strong communication skills across cultures and time zones.

• Familiarity with recruitment platforms, LinkedIn, and ATS systems.

• Detail-oriented, organized, and reliable.

• Bachelor’s degree required.

Experience in B2B, professional services, or international environments is an advantage.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience.

• Attractive joining bonus.

• International Travel Opportunities.

• Hybrid work model after successful probation.

• Clear promotion structure.

• Performance-based salary increments and bonus.

• Exposure to international markets and global teams.

• Continuous learning opportunities.

• Supportive and collaborative office culture in Hyderabad.

If you are a Japanese-speaking recruitment professional looking to grow within a global organization and support an expanding international market, we encourage you to apply.

Marcus Evans is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

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