Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition Strategy & Delivery

• Own and deliver end-to-end recruitment across commercial, medical, corporate, and technical roles (from intake meeting to offer acceptance)
• Sourcing and Candidate Pipeline: Utilize various sourcing methods, including online job

boards, social media, and industry networks, to identify and engage with qualified

Candidates. Proactively build and manage talent pipelines for critical and hard-to-fill roles

• Candidate Assessment: Conduct in-depth interviews and assessments of candidates to

evaluate their qualifications, skills, and cultural fit for the organization.

Stakeholder Partnership

• Act as a trusted partner to hiring managers, HR Business Partners, and leadership teams in markets
• Provide market insights, hiring recommendations, and data-driven guidance on talent availability, compensation trends, and recruitment timelines

Employer Branding & Market Presence

• Strengthen Ferring’s employer brand, esp. in Japan and Korea through targeted sourcing strategies, external partnerships, and recruitment campaigns.
• Represent Ferring in local recruitment events, universities, and professional networks as appropriate.

Process Excellence & Compliance

• Ensure recruitment processes comply with local labor laws, data privacy requirements, and internal policies.
• Drive continuous improvement in recruitment processes, tools, and candidate experience.
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting of recruitment metrics and hiring progress.

Regional & Global Collaboration

• Collaborate with APAC and Global Talent Acquisition teams to align on standards, tools, and best practices.
• Support regional TA initiatives, projects, and system enhancements as required.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or above; HR, Business Administration, or related discipline preferred.
• Solid experience in talent acquisition, with exposure to Japan and/or Korea hiring markets.
• Strong understanding of local labor laws, recruitment practices, and cultural nuances.
• Proven ability to manage multiple requisitions and stakeholders in a dynamic environment.
• Fluent in English and Japanese; Korean speaking is a strong advantage.
• Knowledge of Workday or a similar ATS/HRIS is required.
• Experience in pharmaceuticals, healthcare, life sciences, or a similarly regulated industry is preferred.

Key Competencies

• Strategic mindset with strong execution capability
• Stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Market insight and problem-solving ability
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail
• Passion for delivering an excellent candidate and hiring manager experience

Job Location Tokyo, Japan

Reporting to: Senior Manager, Talent Acquisition Operations – APAC

Behind Our New Talents… There’s You

At Ferring, you’ll be empowered to take ownership, collaborate across borders, and grow your career in an environment that values diversity, innovation, and purpose.

Location:

Ferring Japan