About the Organization
The AI Robot Association (AIRoA) is a non-profit organization established in 2024 to accelerate the social implementation of AI robotics.
Funded with JPY 20.5 billion (approx. USD 130 million) from NEDO (New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization), AIRoA leads a national-scale project to develop foundational AI models and promote Japan's leadership in the global AI robotics industry.
Position Overview
As our Recruiting Manager, you will lead the global hiring efforts for AIRoA, driving the full spectrum of recruitment activities — from strategy design to execution. You will play a key role in shaping the organization's growth during its critical expansion phase, managing both domestic and international recruitment initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute the global hiring strategy aligned with AIRoA's organizational goals
- Manage full-cycle recruitment: planning, sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding
- Conduct direct sourcing and outreach via BizReach, LinkedIn, and other platforms
- Plan and execute recruitment events, job fairs, and networking initiatives
- Collaborate with internal teams to strengthen employer branding and recruitment marketing
- Coordinate with HR and labor management teams on hiring policies and compliance
Requirements
Required Qualifications
- 3+ years of professional experience in recruitment (in-house or agency)
- Strong understanding of full-cycle recruiting and talent acquisition strategies
- Business-level English proficiency (spoken and written) — required
- Fluent Japanese communication skills for coordination with internal stakeholders
- Ability to work on-site in Tokyo (remote work not available)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in HR, labor relations, or talent development
- Background in technology, AI, or robotics recruitment
- Experience leading or mentoring a small recruiting team
- Proven success in global or startup environments
- Knowledge of employer branding, HR analytics, or recruiting automation tools
Benefits
・Opportunity to lead recruitment for one of Japan's most ambitious national AI initiatives
・Global exposure through collaboration with international researchers and partner organizations
・Dynamic, mission-driven environment with high visibility and strategic influence
・Competitive compensation and flexible work arrangements within an innovative culture
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Recruiting Manager
1ヶ月前
-- Heiwajima, Ota-ku, Tokyo Ryutsu Center A Building, AW- AI Robot Association ¥4,000,000 - ¥12,000,000 per yearAs our Recruiting Manager, you will lead the global hiring efforts for AIRoA, driving the full spectrum of recruitment activities — from strategy design to execution. · Develop and execute the global hiring strategy aligned with AIRoA's organizational goals · Manage full-cycle re ...
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-- Heiwajima, Ota-ku, Tokyo Ryutsu Center A Building, AW- AI Robot Association Full time ¥5,000,000 - ¥15,000,000 per yearThe Recruiting Manager will lead the global hiring efforts for AIRoA, driving the full spectrum of recruitment activities — from strategy design to execution. · ...
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Public Relations
3週間前
-- Heiwajima, Ota-ku, Tokyo Ryutsu Center A Building, AW- AI Robot Association ¥4,000,000 - ¥6,000,000 per yearThis role involves communicating AIRoA's mission to internal and external audiences through various channels. · ...
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-- Heiwajima, Ota-ku, Tokyo Ryutsu Center A Building, AW- AI Robot Association ¥6,000,000 - ¥12,000,000 per yearWe are looking for a Business Talent Acquisition Lead to drive the recruitment of business professionals who support and accelerate our initiatives. · ...
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-- Heiwajima, Ota-ku, Tokyo Ryutsu Center A Building, AW- AI Robot Association ¥2,000,000 - ¥2,500,000 per yearWe are seeking an experienced engineer recruiter who can drive global engineering recruitment forward. · You will take the lead in hiring outstanding engineers from both Japan and overseas. · Develop a deep understanding of the roles required to build a robot data ecosystem and d ...
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Public Relations
4日前
-- Heiwajima, Ota-ku, Tokyo Ryutsu Center A Building, AW- AI Robot Association Contract ¥4,000,000 - ¥12,000,000 per yearWe are seeking a Public Relations (Recruitment) Specialist to communicate AIRoA's mission and working environment, and take end-to-end ownership of our talent communication efforts. The successful candidate will have at least 3 years of experience in recruitment PR, recruitment m ...
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-- Heiwajima, Ota-ku, Tokyo Ryutsu Center A Building, AW- AI Robot Association Contract ¥6,000,000 - ¥12,000,000 per yearThe Business Talent Acquisition Lead will drive the recruitment of business professionals who support and accelerate our initiatives, including roles in strategy, communications/PR, HR, general affairs, and internal IT. The role will own the end-to-end hiring process: headcount p ...
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-- Heiwajima, Ota-ku, Tokyo Ryutsu Center A Building, AW- AI Robot Association ¥3,000,000 - ¥3,500,000 per yearThe mission of this role is to oversee and build out the HR and general affairs functions during AIRoA's launch phase. · 5+ years of experience in HR and/or general affairs · Primary ownership experience in either HR system design or labor management · ...
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-- Heiwajima, Ota-ku, Tokyo Ryutsu Center A Building, AW- AI Robot Association Contract ¥1,200,000 - ¥3,000,000 per yearAs the Engineering Talent Acquisition Lead at AIRoA, you will take the lead in hiring outstanding engineers from both Japan and overseas. You will develop a deep understanding of the roles required to build a robot data ecosystem and to develop foundation models for robots, and m ...
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HR Specialist
3週間前
-- Heiwajima, Ota-ku, Tokyo Ryutsu Center A Building, AW- AI Robot Association €3,500,000 - €6,000,000 per year+This HR Specialist will play a key role in building the operational foundation of AIRoA. · ...
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-- Heiwajima, Ota-ku, Tokyo Ryutsu Center A Building, AW- AI Robot Association ¥4,000,000 - ¥6,000,000 per yearWe are seeking a Head of Communications who will oversee both PR and Community functions, · To address this challenge we need to carefully design an optimized end-to-end communications strategy for external audience. · The right candidate will have at least 5 years of experience ...
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-- Heiwajima, Ota-ku, Tokyo Ryutsu Center A Building, AW- AI Robot Association ¥4,000,000 - ¥6,000,000 per yearAIRoA is a fast-growing organization now in its second year. · ...
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-- Heiwajima, Ota-ku, Tokyo Ryutsu Center A Building, AW- AI Robot Association ¥1,000,000 - ¥2,000,000 per yearWe are recruiting a Governance & Board Operations Specialist to help enhance the transparency and credibility of our operations. As a central role in shaping and operating our governance framework, you will design annual schedules for the Board of Directors and committees, coordi ...
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-- Heiwajima, Ota-ku, Tokyo Ryutsu Center A Building, AW- AI Robot Association ¥900,000 - ¥1,200,000 per yearAs a General Affairs Specialist at the AI Robot Association (AIRoA), you will be responsible for a wide range of back-office operations that support the overall management of the association. Your work will include supporting the operation of board meetings and various internal m ...
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-- Heiwajima, Ota-ku, Tokyo Ryutsu Center A Building, AW- AI Robot Association ¥4,500,000 - ¥7,500,000 per yearWe are seeking an Accounting Manager to lead the association's overall accounting and management reporting functions. The role will involve daily and monthly bookkeeping, managing payments and cash flows, designing billing and reimbursement schemes for membership fees and project ...
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-- Heiwajima, Ota-ku, Tokyo Ryutsu Center A Building, AW- AI Robot Association ¥4,270,000 - ¥8,500,000 per yearWe are seeking a General Affairs Manager to take the lead in building and scaling our internal operations. You will be responsible for establishing standard secretariat operations, including developing the operational framework for the Board of Directors and various committees, b ...
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-- Heiwajima, Ota-ku, Tokyo Ryutsu Center A Building, AW- AI Robot Association ¥1,200,000 - ¥3,600,000 per yearAs the Global Strategic Partnerships & Alliances Manager at the AI Robotics Association (AIRoA), you will lead AIRoA's collaboration strategy with robotics and AI ecosystems around the world. Your primary responsibilities will include forging agreements with global industry assoc ...
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-- Heiwajima, Ota-ku, Tokyo Ryutsu Center A Building, AW- AI Robot Association ¥5,000,000 - ¥8,000,000 per yearThe Accounting Specialist will be responsible for various accounting operations including journal entry input, invoice processing cash-in/cash-out management accounts receivable/payable management support for monthly/annual closing coordination with tax accountants/auditors desig ...
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-- Heiwajima, Ota-ku, Tokyo Ryutsu Center A Building, AW- AI Robot Association Contract ¥2,400,000 - ¥7,200,000 per yearThe AI Robot Association (AIRoA) is seeking a Head of Finance & Accounting to take on a central role in organizational management. · AIRoA currently operates with secondees and part-time members from member companies, but plans to expand its directly employed staff to around 20–3 ...
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Public Relations
3週間前
-- Heiwajima, Ota-ku, Tokyo Ryutsu Center A Building, AW- AI Robot Association ¥6,000,000 - ¥12,000,000 per yearWe are seeking a Corporate Communications Specialist who will lead our overall PR activities, · including international communications. · ...
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-- Heiwajima, Ota-ku, Tokyo Ryutsu Center A Building, AW- AI Robot Association Contract ¥70,000 - ¥140,000 per yearThis role leads the launch and management of a membership-based community of major corporations. The Community Manager will design, plan, and operate initiatives to enhance community value while driving member growth and engagement. · The position requires experience in B2B marke ...