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Talent Sourcer, Japan

Microsoft· Talent Acquisition
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Japan, Tokyo-to, Tokyofull-timePosted 4d ago

About the role

Talent Sourcer - Japan focusing on building a sustainable sourcing and talent pipeline across Engineering and customer-facing businesses in Japan, collaborating with Asia partners, and leveraging data analysis and AI tools to influence hiring decisions.

Responsibilities

  • Use market insights and channel data to develop and execute sourcing strategies that build differentiated talent pipelines for priority roles in Japan, especially across Engineering and customer-facing businesses.
  • Identify, engage, and nurture passive and active candidates for immediate and future hiring needs, building strong relationships with talent communities and becoming a trusted point of contact for key talent segments.
  • Analyze talent market trends and hiring data to create reports and recommendations that inform hiring plans, influence stakeholders, and optimize sourcing approaches for short- and near-term business needs.
  • Partner with hiring managers and stakeholders to understand business priorities, define talent needs, and drive end-to-end hiring plans that balance speed, quality, and long-term workforce goals.
  • Maintain high standards of operational excellence, compliance, and data stewardship by accurately documenting candidate information, adhering to regulatory and privacy requirements, and using recruiting platforms and tools responsibly.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree AND 4+ years talent acquisition experience (e.g., recruiting, sourcing), HR experience, or industry experience related to role — OR equivalent experience.
  • Fluency in Japanese and business-level English.
  • Proficient with a data-driven approach to recruiting, using talent insights, hiring data & competitor analysis to drive impactful hiring outcomes.
Last updated Oct 23, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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