Head of Talent Acquisition
Tokyo
People & Organizations – Talent Acquisition /
Full-time /Part-time /Contract (English) /
Hybrid
Who we are and what we do
Telexistence develops remote-controlled robots with artificial intelligence, with the mission to change robots, the structure, and the world. Gathered by highly expert professionals worldwide, the engineering team consistently develops robotic hardware, software, and AI technology in-house. TX aims to expand the scope of robotics activities beyond the factory floor and transform the fundamental nature of labor society.
About the Role
As the Head of Talent Acquisition, you will own the entire hiring strategy and execution at a fast-growing, high-performance organization. This is a hands-on leadership role that combines employer branding, pipeline development, and operational excellence. You will work closely with executive leadership to shape our hiring philosophy, scale recruiting processes, and build a world-class team that supports our ambitious growth.
Key Responsibilities
- 1. Strategic Leadership
- Develop and continuously refine the company-wide talent acquisition strategy aligned with business goals
- Monitor market trends and talent intelligence to ensure proactive talent acquisition planning
- 2.Execution & Process Optimization
- Manage and optimize the end-to-end hiring process, from sourcing to onboarding
- Implement and own recruiting metrics (e.g., TTF, Cost per Hire, Source of Hire, Offer Acceptance Rate)
- Ensure hiring velocity and quality of hire are maintained across all functions
- 3. Team Management & Development
- Build, mentor, and scale a high-performing TA team (internal recruiters and/or agencies)
- Establish and track team KPIs and OKRs
- Create playbooks, workflows, and scalable systems for efficient hiring
- 4. Employer Branding & Candidate Experience
- Lead employer branding efforts through storytelling, media, and PR campaigns
- Design and execute a candidate experience strategy that reflects company values
- Represent the company externally at events, conferences, and networks
- 5. Stakeholder Collaboration & Influence
- Partner with CxOs, EVPs, and Heads to define hiring needs and drive decisions
- Act as a thought leader in the organization regarding hiring best practices
- Communicate data-driven insights to influence hiring prioritization and budget allocation
Requirements
- 8+ years of experience in talent acquisition, with at least 3 years in a leadership role
- Proven experience building and scaling hiring operations in a high-growth environment (startup or tech preferred)
- Strong analytical mindset with a track record of improving hiring metrics
- Deep understanding of employer branding, sourcing strategies, and funnel optimization
- Excellent stakeholder management and executive communication skills
- Native level Japanese and Business-level English
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in IPO-preparation phase or rapid global expansion
- Familiarity with ATS, CRM, and hiring analytics platforms
- Exposure to technical and non-technical hiring across multiple markets
Employment Terms
Contract Term: No fixed term
Probation Period: 3 months (may be extended up to 6 months)
Work Location: Headquarters office – Heiwajima, Ota-ku, Tokyo
(May be subject to change to another location designated by the company)
Working Hours: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM (8 working hours/day with a 1-hour break)
Holidays: Saturdays, Sundays, and national holidays (including year-end and New Year holidays)
Salary: Annual salary system
Social Insurance: Full coverage under the Japanese social insurance system
Please note that your job responsibilities may be subject to change after joining the company.
This may include changes to the scope of responsibility, reporting lines, or team assignment.
