Senior Recruiter (12 month fixed-term)

Tokyo, Japan

Published

08/11/2025

Overview

Part of The Weber Shandwick Collective, we’re the earned-first global communications agency, led by world-class strategic thinkers and creative activators. We create shared and sustainable value for businesses, people, and society. We energise the right mix of talent, using the right platforms and latest technology to choreograph stories that make a real and meaningful impact for some of the world’s leading brands and businesses.

Our game-changing work is recognised by some of the most prestigious industry awards bodies, and we have won more than 135 Lions at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. We’re also PRWeek’s 2024 Global Agency of the Year as well as being listed on the Ad Age A-List 2024 and Fast Company’s Most Innovative Companies 2024.

About the Opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Recruiter on a 12-month fixed term contract to support our hiring needs in Japan. This role is essential in managing end-to-end recruitment for key roles across the business, particularly within PR, communications, digital, and marketing functions. You will work closely with hiring managers to deliver a seamless and efficient recruitment experience, ensuring alignment with our team culture and talent needs.

Key Responsibilities

As a Senior Recruiter, your focus will be on delivering high-quality recruitment outcomes. Responsibilities include:

Candidate Sourcing & Engagement

Use a variety of sourcing methods (e.g., job boards, LinkedIn, referrals) to identify and engage talent for roles across the business.
Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified candidates, with a focus on the Japanese market.
Proactively approach and engage passive candidates, especially in communications and marketing industries.

Recruitment Process Management

Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including:
Drafting and posting job advertisements.
Screening applications and conducting initial interviews.
Coordinating interviews with hiring teams and collecting feedback.
Supporting offer and onboarding processes.
Ensure a positive and professional candidate experience throughout.

Stakeholder Collaboration

Work closely with hiring managers to understand role requirements and ideal candidate profiles.
Provide timely updates on hiring progress and candidate pipelines.
Offer market insights and advise on recruitment best practices where needed.

Qualifications & Skills

Minimum 5 years of recruitment experience, ideally in communications, PR, marketing, or related industries.
Strong track record of hiring in Japan and familiarity with local talent dynamics.
Solid sourcing and headhunting skills, including use of social media and job platforms.
Proficiency with applicant tracking systems and recruitment tools (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter).
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to manage multiple open roles with efficiency and professionalism.
Fluency in Japanese (native or business level) and English (professional working proficiency).

Why Work With Us?

Be part of a globally recognized leader in communications and PR.
Opportunity to support strategic growth during a key hiring period.
Work in a collaborative, inclusive, and dynamic team environment.
Flexible working arrangements available (remote or hybrid).

Note from the Team

Weber Shandwick is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive environment where every voice is respected. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

Personal data held by Weber Shandwick relating to employment applications will be used in accordance with our Privacy Statement, available on our website.

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