BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World.
To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!
Job Title: Recruiter
Reports To: Talent Acquisition Specialist
Function: Human Resource
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Employment Type: 12-month Contract
Role Summary
The Recruiter leads full-cycle hiring to ensure we secure top talent efficiently and in alignment with our global TA strategy. This role manages sourcing, stakeholder collaboration, and recruitment systems while supporting process improvements and key TA operations.
Job Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end recruitment activities, including direct sourcing, vendor management, assessment, and selection, across all hiring types (new graduates, mid-career, contractors, PWD).
- Deliver high‑quality hiring outcomes, including strong candidate pipelines, reduced time‑to‑fill, cost efficiency, and an excellent candidate experience.
- Partner effectively with hiring managers and HR stakeholders to understand hiring needs and provide recruitment insights.
- Build and manage sourcing channels such as LinkedIn, job boards, and employee referral programs.
- Conduct phone and online screenings and anticipate hiring manager preferences through strong offer-to-interview ratios.
- Maintain accurate recruitment data and reports in SuccessFactors and internal trackers.
- Work with the GBS team to ensure compliance with internal policies and support audit processes.
- Handle recruitment-related administrative work, including invoice processing, purchase order creation, and new vendor registration.
Requirements
- 1–3 years of experience in full-cycle, end-to-end recruitment.
- Strong command of both English and Japanese.
- Understanding of the Japan market and willingness to learn within a dynamic FMCG MNC environment.
What we offer you?
- We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
- Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
- Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
- You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
- We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes
WHY JOIN BAT?
We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.
Collaboration, inclusion and partnership underpin everything we do here at BAT. We are looking forward to enabling every individual to thrive, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, veteran status, perspectives and thinking styles. We know that embracing talent from all backgrounds is what makes us stronger and best prepared to meet our business goals.
We see the career breaks as opportunities not obstacles. Through The Global Returners program, we support professionals looking to restart their careers after an extended absence from the workforce (e.g. time out caring for family, parental leave, national service, sabbatical and/or starting an own venture).
Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.
If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to help you perform at your best during the recruitment process, you are encouraged to notify us. We are fully committed to support you by making appropriate arrangements for you to demonstrate your full potential.
