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We are looking for an experienced and proactive Sales Recruiter to join our team in Japan. In this role, you will partner with hiring managers and business leaders to identify, attract, and onboard top sales talent across Japan. This position requires a strategic thinker with a deep understanding of the local talent landscape, strong communication skills, and the ability to build relationships with high-potential candidates.
About the Role
- Work with the business leaders to understand workforce plans for the function or location and execute on those plans whilst understanding drivers and requirements and provide subject matter expertise in recruitment to include market conditions and competitor analysis
- Work with the business to understand their recruitment needs; formulate recruitment plans, writing and assessing job descriptions, best methods of attracting candidates & reducing management time in the process
- Drive initiatives within the Talent Acquisition team regionally or globally where required, e.g. employee referral scheme
- Advise/coach line managers on recruitment policies & procedures; best practice; selection processes, competency frameworks & interview techniques
- Talent Sourcing and Acquisition: Identify, engage, and attract top-performing sales professionals through various sourcing channels, including social media, job boards, networking events, and other platforms.
- End-to-End Recruitment: Manage the entire recruitment process from initial candidate identification to offer negotiation, ensuring a seamless and positive experience for candidates.
- Stakeholder Management: Collaborate closely with hiring managers and leadership to understand team needs, define job requirements, and refine candidate profiles.
- Market Research and Insights: Keep updated on industry trends, talent landscape, and competitor analysis to adjust recruitment strategies and stay competitive in the market.
- Candidate Assessment: Conduct thorough interviews, behavioral assessments, and technical evaluations to identify high-potential sales talent aligned with the company's culture and goals.
- Employer Branding: Partner with the marketing team to develop and promote the company's brand as an employer of choice for top sales talent in Japan.
- Diversity and Inclusion: Advocate for a diverse pipeline by implementing strategies that attract candidates from various backgrounds.
- Maintain and work within our ATS system (Workday)
- Work closely with Hiring Managers to raise the benchmark of quality entering Crowdstrike
- Proven experience in direct hiring across Japan
- Experience working within a software vendor and/or technology business
- Experience working in a multinational or cross-cultural recruitment environment.
- Familiarity with high-growth or technology-driven industries.
- In-depth knowledge of Japanese business culture and local hiring practices.
- Specific experience of recruiting Sales
- Extensive experience in direct hiring methods such as headhunting, search, advertising, database search and referral campaigns
- An understanding of the different attraction methods and how and when to use them
- An understanding of different selection & assessment tools/techniques and how and when to use them
- Understanding of HR policy, process and legislation
- Ability to manage multiple vacancies at one time working to tight timelines and quality measures
- Team player willing to support others with heavy workloads
- Excellent fluency in English is a must have as, from time to time you will be required to work across the APJ region
- Excellent customer facing and presentation skills
- Excellent communicator at all levels up to Executives
- Ability to build relationships face to face and over the phone
- Cyber Security industry experience
- Experience using ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems) - Workday is ideal
Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike:
- Remote-first culture
- Market leader in compensation and equity awards with option to participate in ESPP in eligible countries
- Competitive vacation and flexible working arrangements
- Physical and mental wellness programs
- Paid parental leave, including adoption
- A variety of professional development and mentorship opportunities
- Access to CrowdStrike University, LinkedIn Learning and Jhanna
- Offices with stocked kitchens when you need to fuel innovation and collaboration
- Birthday time-off in your local country
- Work with people who are passionate in our mission and Great Place to Work certified across the globe
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. If you need assistance accessing or reviewing the information on this website or need help submitting an application for employment or requesting an accommodation, please contact us at recruiting@crowdstrike.com for further assistance.