Why Join Tesla Japan?
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Mission-Driven Impact At Tesla Japan, your role transcends traditional positions in automotive dealerships or established tech companies. You become an (kaizen/change) agent of continuous improvement and transformation, actively contributing to the acceleration of the world's transition to sustainable energy. Far beyond vehicle sales, you play a pivotal part in a global mission of unparalleled scale and urgency within Japan.
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Unrivaled Speed and Autonomy Tesla infuses the agility of a startup into the framework of a global leader. Unlike the often deliberate and hierarchical decision-making processes in many Japanese organizations, we empower you with true ownership. Guided by first principles, you are encouraged to address challenges promptly, iterate swiftly, and lead with initiative - fostering a culture that uniquely rewards speed and innovation in the Japanese market.
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Mastery of the Integrated Technology Stack While competitors typically segregate hardware, software, and AI development, Tesla provides an opportunity to engage with a cohesive ecosystem. Our vehicles function as sophisticated computers on wheels, continually enhanced through over-the-air (OTA) updates. This enables you to acquire distinctive, high-impact expertise at the convergence of advanced AI, autonomous driving, and energy storage solutions, positioning you as a foremost authority in the field.
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Global Collaboration with Local Relevance Your work at Tesla Japan extends beyond local boundaries, integrating you into our worldwide innovation network. Collaborate directly with headquarters and teams in China, Europe, and the United States to import global best practices and tailor them to the Japanese context. From day one, this offers a truly international career path with meaningful local influence.
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Merit-Driven Professional Growth Advancement at Tesla Japan is based on merit and impact, not tenure. In our meritocratic environment, exceptional contributions are promptly recognized, with high performers accelerated into leadership roles, supported by competitive compensation. Your ambition sets the limits of your potential, free from the constraints of seniority.
If you are seeking an environment where your passion can drive meaningful impact, where agility is valued as a strength rather than a liability, and where you can contribute to the world's most advanced technologies, Tesla Japan offers more than just a position—it is the ultimate career opportunity. No other employer in Japan delivers this distinctive integration of purpose, pace, excellence, and global reach.
Position Description
The Recruiting Manager at Tesla Japan is an experienced leader supporting the build-out and scaling of a Tokyo-based recruitment team. This critical role is essential to recruiting a world-class workforce across diverse disciplines, embodying Tesla’s extremely high standards for employees and our powerful commitment to hiring the best talent.
Responsibilities
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Recruit, train, and lead a multi-disciplinary recruiting team supporting Tesla’s newest factory, driving talent acquisition for roles across sales, delivery, service, engineering and G&A.
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Partner with all levels of the business to create recruitment strategies that attract exceptional talent.
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Leverage data and industry insights to drive strategy and execution.
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Utilize multiple internal and third-party tools to identify the best candidates.
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Drive the building of networks and pipelines of passive talent (potential candidates) using a combination of traditional and innovative solutions.
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Develop and provide reporting to key stakeholders, offering visibility into pipelines and progress toward recruiting goals.
Requirements
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Culture Fit: Deeply resonates with Tesla’s startup culture, possessing an entrepreneurial mindset and the agility to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment.
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Team Building: Proven track record of building high-performing recruiting organizations from scratch, with a passion for mentoring and leading teams in complex, volatile settings.
- Strategic Execution: Expertise in designing and implementing high-volume recruitment strategies, utilizing data-driven insights to drive continuous performance improvements.
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Talent Acquisition: Demonstrated ability to assess technical talent across diverse fields and a history of hiring exceptional candidates.
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Communication: Flawless written and verbal English and Japanese communication skills.
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Organizational Navigation: Strong understanding of organizational development, with the ability to build effective working relationships with key stakeholders, executives, and hiring managers within a matrixed organization.
