Sr Talent Acquisition Specialist

📍 Location
Japan, Tokyo
⏰ Job Type
Full-time
📅 Posted
January 15, 2026
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Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain trust-based relationships with candidates and hiring managers to ensure a positive experience throughout the recruitment process.
  • Lead the sourcing, screening, interviewing and offer processes for open positions within assigned business areas.
  • Quickly acquire a thorough understanding of job responsibilities for required competencies, skills, and knowledge required of successful applicants.
  • Communicate clearly, persuasively, and empathetically with stakeholders at all levels.
  • Leverage deep industry knowledge to advise on market trends, talent availability, and competitive insights.
  • Identify and implement sourcing strategies based upon the job position by creatively conducting research and/or applying a multitude of resources to assure a talent pipeline. Apply data-driven insights to refine sourcing, screening, and engagement strategies.
  • Adapt quickly to changing priorities and navigate challenges with resilience and agility.
  • Align talent acquisition strategies with long-term business objectives through strategic thinking.
  • Utilize ATS, CRM, and analytics tools to manage requisitions and track performance effectively.
  • Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in all hiring practices. 
  • Passionate advocate for candidate experience with a continuous improvement and growth mindset.
  • Prioritize tasks and manage multiple requisitions efficiently to meet deadlines.
  • Qualifications

  • Strong in-house recruiting experience preferably within life sciences, pharma, biotech, etc. 
  • Proven ability to communicate effectively and influence stakeholders.
  • Strong relationship-building skills with a focus on candidate and hiring manager experience.
  • In-depth understanding of industry trends and talent markets.
  • Ability to continually seek new sourcing options and develop creative approaches for sourcing and delivering top talent into the candidate pipeline.
  • Demonstrated adaptability and resilience in fast-paced environments.
  • Strategic mindset with experience aligning recruitment to business goals.
  • Proficiency in recruitment technologies (ATS, CRM) and data analytics.
  • Commitment to diversity and inclusive hiring practices.
  • Excellent time management and organizational skills.
  • Analytical approach to decision-making using metrics and performance data.
  • Proven track record of direct sourcing
  • Business level English
  • Proficiency in Korean is a plus
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