Corporate and Operations Recruiter, Associate

Location: Tokyo-To, Japan

Job Family: Recruiting

About the Role

At JP Morgan Chase, we are a leading global financial services firm with a commitment to innovation and excellence. As a Corporate and Operations Recruiter, Associate, based in our Tokyo office, you will play a pivotal role in our Japan Talent Acquisition team. This position focuses on driving recruitment success for our Corporate Functions and Operations divisions, which support the firm's critical infrastructure in areas like risk management, compliance, technology operations, and administrative services. You will contribute to building high-caliber teams that uphold our standards of integrity and client focus in the dynamic financial services landscape of Japan. In this role, you will lead full-cycle recruitment efforts, from identifying top talent through strategic sourcing to closing offers and facilitating seamless onboarding. Collaborating closely with hiring managers and cross-functional stakeholders, you will craft compelling employer branding narratives tailored to the Japanese market while leveraging global best practices from JP Morgan Chase. Your work will involve navigating the nuances of local hiring regulations, utilizing advanced recruitment technologies, and fostering diversity to create inclusive teams that drive business growth in one of Asia's key financial hubs. We seek a proactive professional passionate about talent acquisition in financial services. This opportunity offers exposure to senior leadership and involvement in high-impact projects that shape our workforce strategy. Join JP Morgan Chase to advance your career in a supportive environment that values innovation, work-life balance, and professional growth, while contributing to our mission of enabling the world's leading companies, governments, and institutions to achieve their most important goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment process for Corporate Functions and Operations roles in Japan, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and offer negotiation
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and develop targeted recruitment strategies
• Build and maintain a talent pipeline through networking, job boards, and social media platforms
• Conduct interviews and assessments to evaluate candidate fit for JP Morgan Chase's high-performance culture
• Ensure compliance with Japanese employment regulations and JP Morgan's global hiring standards
• Collaborate with regional and global TA teams to align on best practices and share market insights
• Track recruitment metrics and provide reports on hiring progress and efficiency
• Promote diversity and inclusion in all recruitment activities
• Support onboarding processes for new hires in Corporate and Operations functions

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of full-cycle recruiting experience in a corporate or financial services environment
• Fluency in Japanese and English, with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven track record of sourcing and hiring for corporate functions and operations roles
• Familiarity with Japanese labor laws and recruitment practices
• Experience using applicant tracking systems (ATS) and recruitment tools

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience recruiting in the financial services industry, particularly for multinational banks
• Knowledge of diversity and inclusion initiatives in talent acquisition
• Prior work in a global organization with cross-border recruitment
• Certification in recruitment or HR (e.g., SHRM-CP or equivalent)

Required Skills

• Full-cycle recruitment expertise
• Strong sourcing and Boolean search techniques
• Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills
• Analytical mindset for metrics and reporting
• Proficiency in ATS systems like Workday or Taleo
• Cultural sensitivity and adaptability in a multicultural environment
• Negotiation and influencing abilities
• Time management and prioritization under deadlines
• Knowledge of financial services terminology and roles
• Digital recruitment tools (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter, Indeed)
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Attention to detail in candidate documentation
• Team collaboration across functions

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance-based annual bonus
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Retirement savings plan with generous company matching contributions
• Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and national holidays
• Professional development programs and tuition reimbursement for relevant certifications
• Employee wellness initiatives, including gym memberships and mental health support
• Flexible work arrangements and hybrid office options in Tokyo
• Global mobility opportunities within JP Morgan Chase

JP Morgan Chase is an equal opportunity employer.