Hire Japan-Ready IT & Bilingual Talent
Pre-screened professionals with language, visa, and cultural readiness
✔ Takes less than 2 minutes
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Hire Japan-Ready IT
& Bilingual Talent
Pre-screened professionals with language, visa, and cultural readiness
Free Hiring Consultation
Discuss your hiring needs with a Japan-focused recruitment specialist.
✔ Takes less than 2 minutes
✔ Free initial consultation with no obligation
Experience across leading companies in Japan and globally
Recruitment & Workforce Services Overview
An overview of our licensed recruitment, staffing, job advertising, and foreign workforce support services in Japan.
Recruitment & Placement Services
Direct Hire | Paid Employment Placement License
Support for companies hiring full-time employees in Japan.
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- Permanent placement for professional roles
- Executive and specialized hiring (retained search)
- Structured recruitment support / RPO
- Candidates are hired directly by the client company
Best for:
Companies seeking long-term hires, leadership talent, or advisory-led recruitment support.
- Permanent placement for professional roles
- Executive and specialized hiring (retained search)
- Structured recruitment support / RPO
- Candidates are hired directly by the client company
Best for:
Companies seeking long-term hires, leadership talent, or advisory-led recruitment support.
Staffing & Dispatch Services
Temporary & Project Workforce | Worker Dispatch License
Flexible workforce solutions through legal worker dispatch (派遣).
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- Temporary staffing for short-term needs
- Contract staffing for project-based or fixed-term assignments
- JRF Recruit acts as the employer of record
- Payroll, insurance, and compliance managed by us
Best for:
Companies requiring workforce flexibility without permanent hiring.
- Temporary staffing for short-term needs
- Contract staffing for project-based or fixed-term assignments
- JRF Recruit acts as the employer of record
- Payroll, insurance, and compliance managed by us
Best for:
Companies requiring workforce flexibility without permanent hiring.
Job Advertising Services
Self-Managed Hiring | Job Platform Support
A job posting and employer branding solution for companies that prefer to manage hiring internally.
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- Job posting on our recruitment platform
- Employer branding and job visibility support
- Direct access to job seekers in Japan and overseas
- Application management by the employer
Best for:
Companies with internal HR teams seeking hiring visibility and reach.
- Job posting on our recruitment platform
- Employer branding and job visibility support
- Direct access to job seekers in Japan and overseas
- Application management by the employer
Best for:
Companies with internal HR teams seeking hiring visibility and reach.
Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) Services
Foreign Workforce Hiring | SSW & RSO Support
Support for companies hiring foreign workers under Japan’s Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) framework.
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- SSW candidate sourcing (domestic & overseas)
- Employer guidance on SSW requirements
- Coordination with training and support processes
- RSO-related support where applicable
Best for:
Companies facing labor shortages and hiring under the SSW system.
- SSW candidate sourcing (domestic & overseas)
- Employer guidance on SSW requirements
- Coordination with training and support processes
- RSO-related support where applicable
Best for:
Companies facing labor shortages and hiring under the SSW system.
Choosing the Right Service
Not sure which service fits your needs?
*Our team will guide you during consultation to ensure the right service, right structure, and full compliance.
How We Work
Our process is designed to help employers choose the right service, understand responsibilities clearly, and proceed with confidence when hiring or managing workforce needs in Japan.
Understand Your Needs
We begin with a consultation to clarify whether you are hiring full-time employees, require temporary or project-based staff, plan to advertise roles directly, or are hiring under the SSW framework.
Recommend the Right Service
Based on your needs, we propose the most appropriate service—Recruitment & Placement, Staffing & Dispatch, Job Advertising, or SSW—clearly explaining scope and responsibilities.
Execute Under the Correct License
Each service is delivered under its respective license, with clear separation between direct hiring, worker dispatch, job advertising, and SSW-related processes.
Ongoing Support & Coordination
We support coordination, communication, and follow-up throughout the engagement to ensure smooth execution and accountability.
Understand Your Needs
We begin with a consultation to clarify whether you are hiring full-time employees, require temporary or project-based staff, plan to advertise roles directly, or are hiring under the SSW framework.
Recommend the Right Service
Based on your needs, we propose the most appropriate service—Recruitment & Placement, Staffing & Dispatch, Job Advertising, or SSW—clearly explaining scope and responsibilities.
Execute Under the Correct License
Each service is delivered under its respective license, with clear separation between direct hiring, worker dispatch, job advertising, and SSW-related processes.
Ongoing Support & Coordination
We support coordination, communication, and follow-up throughout the engagement to ensure smooth execution and accountability.
*We guide employers through each step so they can hire or manage workforce needs in Japan with clarity, structure, and compliance.
Frequently Asked Questions for Hiring Companies
General (Applies to All Services)
Which JRF Recruit service should we choose for our hiring needs?
It depends on your hiring objective:
- Recruitment & Placement Services – for full-time, direct hiring
- Staffing & Dispatch Services – for temporary or project-based workforce needs
- Job Advertising Services – for self-managed hiring using our job platform
- Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) Services – for hiring foreign workers under the SSW framework
Our team will help you select the most appropriate service during consultation.
Can we consult with JRF Recruit before deciding which service to use?
Yes.
We provide an initial consultation to understand your hiring needs, workforce structure, and compliance considerations before recommending a service or engagement model.
Recruitment & Placement Services (Direct Hire)
Do you support permanent and executive hiring?
Yes.
We support permanent placement, including mid-level, senior, and executive roles.
Engagement models include success-based (contingency) and retainer-based (retained search) depending on role complexity.
Are candidates hired directly by our company?
Yes.
Under Recruitment & Placement Services, all candidates are employed directly by your company.
JRF Recruit acts as a recruitment and advisory partner only.
What happens if a hired candidate leaves after joining?
Our placement terms include replacement or refund conditions, which are clearly defined in the service agreement and vary based on the engagement model.
Staffing & Dispatch Services (Worker Dispatch)
What is the difference between Staffing & Dispatch and direct hiring?
With Staffing & Dispatch Services:
- Workers are employed by JRF Recruit
- Workers are dispatched to your workplace
- JRF Recruit manages payroll, social insurance, and employment compliance
This service is suitable for temporary, seasonal, or project-based needs.
Can staffing be arranged for both short-term and long-term projects?
Yes.
We support:
- Temporary staffing for short-term needs
- Contract staffing for fixed-term or project-based assignments
Both are provided under our Worker Dispatch License.
Job Advertising Services
How does the Job Advertising service work?
Our Job Advertising service allows employers to:
- Post job openings on our platform
- Promote employer branding
- Receive and manage applications directly
This service is suitable for companies that prefer to manage hiring internally with platform support.
Does Job Advertising include candidate screening or placement?
No.
Job Advertising is a self-managed hiring service.
If you require screening, interviews, or hiring support, Recruitment & Placement Services are recommended.
Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) Services
Can you support companies hiring SSW workers for the first time?
Yes.
We support companies hiring under the SSW framework, including:
- Candidate sourcing (domestic & overseas)
- Employer guidance on SSW requirements
- Coordination with RSO-related processes where applicable
Do you support hiring under the Specified Skilled Worker (SSW) program?
Yes.
We regularly assist first-time SSW employers by providing structured guidance on compliance, documentation, and hiring flow.
Fees, Process & Compliance
Are there any upfront or registration fees?
This depends on the service and engagement model.
- Recruitment & Placement fees are usually success-based or retainer-based
- Staffing & Dispatch fees are structured as dispatch charges
- Job Advertising fees are platform-based
All fees are explained clearly before engagement.
Is JRF Recruit licensed to provide these services in Japan?
Yes.
JRF Recruit operates under:
- Paid Employment Placement License
- Worker Dispatch License
Each service is delivered strictly within its respective legal framework.
Can we hire confidentially without public job postings?
Yes.
Confidential hiring is available under Recruitment & Placement Services, particularly for senior or sensitive roles.
What makes JRF Recruit different from traditional agencies?
We provide:
- Clear service separation by license
- Compliance-first recruitment and staffing
- Support for both domestic and international hiring
- Practical, advisory-driven engagement rather than volume-based introductions
JRF Group Companies
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About JRF Recruit
JRF Recruit is a recruitment consulting service operated by JRF Intelligence Co., Ltd., part of the Japan Remit Finance Group.
Services
- Recruitment Consulting
- Specified Skilled Worker
- Job Advertising
Services
- Recruitment Consulting
- Specified Skilled Worker
- Job Advertising