ZS is a place where passion changes lives. As a management consulting and technology firm focused on improving life and how we live it, we transform ideas into impact by bringing together data, science, technology and human ingenuity to deliver better outcomes for all. Here you’ll work side-by-side with a powerful collective of thinkers and experts shaping life-changing solutions for patients, caregivers and consumers, worldwide. ZSers drive impact by bringing a client-first mentality to each and every engagement. We partner collaboratively with our clients to develop custom solutions and technology products that create value and deliver company results across critical areas of their business. Bring your curiosity for learning, bold ideas, courage and passion to drive life-changing impact to ZS.

Talent Acquisition Senior

We seek a creative and energetic Recruiter to join our Talent Acquisition team. Recruiters have responsibility for hiring talent through creative sourcing, coordinating Talent review and interview process and working collaboratively across offices with hiring managers and recruiters. This role is a permanent role with us here at ZS based in our Tokyo office. You will ideally have a blend of 'Campus' hiring and 'Experienced' hiring in your background but we will consider talent who are strong in one but interested to do both.

What you’ll do

• Source, pre-screen and attract candidates for experienced hiring opportunities
• Manage requisitions in the applicant tracking system in accordance with best practice guidelines
• Develop strong relationships with hiring managers to plan and execute sourcing strategy, design interview process (if necessary) and consult on recruiting process
• Provide consultative talent acquisition guidance to senior leadership and ensure alignment to key company goals/initiatives
• Build network of potential candidates through continuous market research and on-going relationship building

• Collect and report activity and results to key stakeholders and peers
• Manage interview scheduling and logistics, including candidate evaluations
• Collect feedback from internal stake holders and new hires for process improvement
• Lead team knowledge-sharing and skill-building activities
• Design and implement new and creative ideas around talent acquisition, candidate experience, interview process and recruiting automation
• Support other recruiting projects and initiatives

What you’ll bring

• 4+ years of relevant recruiting experience required (professional services/investment banking, MA, private equity experience preferred)
• Ideally you will have a blend of recruiting experience across both Campus and Professional hiring
• Ability to communicate and establish relationships with all levels of management and employees
• A team player with excellent organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task in a fast paced, rapidly-changing environment
• Proven collaborative skills with the ability to provide value added consultative service
• Strong project management and communication skills
• BS/BA degree with strong record of academic achievement required, advanced degree preferred
• Fluency in English and Japanese
• Collaborative spirit and problem-solving approach

How you’ll grow:

• Cross-functional skills development & custom learning pathways
• Milestone training programs aligned to career progression opportunities
• Internal mobility paths that empower growth via s-curves, individual contribution and role expansions

Perks & Benefits:

At ZS, your growth matters. We offer a comprehensive total rewards package that supports your health and well‑being, financial future, time away, and professional development. With robust skills‑building programs, multiple career progression paths, internal mobility, and a deeply collaborative culture, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work, expand your capabilities, and thrive as part of a global community. For details on total rewards in Japan, visit ZS Japan office locations | Where we work | ZS.

Hybrid working model:

We are committed to giving our employees a flexible and connected way of working. A flexible and connected ZS allows us to combine work from home and on-site presence at clients/ZS offices for the majority of our week. The magic of ZS culture and innovation thrives in both planned and spontaneous face-to-face connections.

Travel:

Travel is a requirement at ZS for client facing ZSers; business needs of your project and client are the priority. While some projects may be local, all client-facing ZSers should be prepared to travel as needed. Travel provides opportunities to strengthen client relationships, gain diverse experiences, and enhance professional growth by working in different environments and cultures.

Considering applying?

At ZS, we honor the visible and invisible elements of our identities, personal experiences, and belief systems—the ones that comprise us as individuals, shape who we are, and make us unique. We believe your personal interests, identities, and desire to learn are integral to your success here. We are committed to building a team that reflects a broad variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Learn more about our inclusion and belonging efforts and the networks ZS supports to assist our ZSers in cultivating community spaces and obtaining the resources they need to thrive.

If you’re eager to grow, contribute, and bring your unique self to our work, we encourage you to apply.

ZS is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities without regard to any class protected by applicable law.

To complete your application:
Candidates must possess or be able to obtain work authorization for their intended country of employment. An on-line application, including a full set of transcripts (official or unofficial), is required to be considered.

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