Recruitment Visa Specialist

Date PostedJune 18, 2026LocationTokyo, Setagaya, JapanCompanyTemple University, Japan CampusSalaryJPY 4000K OverTypegeneral affairs/hr/legal - hr (recruiting) general affairs/hr/legal - hr (l&r) administrative - sales assistant/clerical/receptionist

Job Summary

TUJ is seeking a motivated Recruitment and Visa Specialist to manage end-to-end recruitment activities and visa operations for international staff. This role supports hiring managers, coordinates onboarding, and ensures compliance with Japanese immigration regulations. The position requires professional communication skills and the ability to maintain accurate HR records in a fast-paced academic environment.

Responsibilities

  • Manage end-to-end recruitment process
  • Coordinate new hire onboarding and orientations
  • Handle visa and work permit applications
  • Monitor employee visa expiration dates
  • Maintain HR records and systems

Required Skills

  • 2-3 years HR experience
  • Native English and Fluent Japanese (N1)
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office & CRM/ATS
  • Knowledge of Japanese immigration law
  • Strong organizational skills

Job Details

【Overview of Position】 TUJ is seeking a motivated and well-organized Recruitment and Visa Specialist to support in-house recruitment and visa operations. This role is responsible for managing end-to-end recruitment activities, from planning hiring schedule with the hiring managers to coordinating onboarding process for newly hired employees. The position also manages visa and work permit applications for non-Japanese employees. To successfully perform these core duties, the Recruitment and Visa Specialist is expected to provide professional and timely support to staff and faculty, maintain accurate and up-to-date records across relevant systems, and collaborate closely with the Manager of Recruitment and Visa, as well as team members to ensure smooth HR operations. 【Primary Responsibilities】 Recruitment - Assist in drafting and updating job descriptions in collaboration with hiring department managers - Manage job postings on the TUJ website and third-party job advertising platforms - Monitor and respond to recruitment-related inquiries - Communicate with recruitment agencies and job advertising vendors to build and maintain candidate pipelines - Screen initial application materials and provide recommendations to hiring managers - Arrange and conduct interviews - Conduct reference and background checks for finalist candidates - Prepare and distribute offer letters and other employment-related documents - Assist the Manager of Recruitment and Visa with compensation discussions as needed - Manage contracts and documentation for temporary staff - Coordinate and support onboarding processes for new hires, including maintaining database records - Conduct new hire orientations - Support the Manager of Recruitment and Visa in confirming and aligning hiring processes with departments Visa Support - Track and monitor visa and work permit statuses for all non-Japanese employees - Proactively contact employees whose visas or work permits are approaching expiration - Collect, issue, and review required documentation for visa and work permit applications - Process work visa-related applications - Stay current with Japanese immigration laws and regulations Other Duties as Assigned - Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager of Recruitment and Visa - Assist with walk-in inquiries at the office regarding human resources matters 【Qualifications & Experience】 - 2-3 years of experience in Human Resources - Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Japanese and English - Strong computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office and other CRM/ATS systems - Experience working in an international or multicultural environment - Excellent organizational and coordination skills - Strong attention to detail with proven administrative skills - Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment - Flexible and adaptable to change - Knowledge of and experience with work visa applications preferred - Experience in talent acquisition preferred