Recruiter - Game Localization (Globalize service line)

Organization Overview

Keywords Studios provides creative services to the global video games industry and beyond through an end-to-end platform, supercharged by its own technology. Keywords Studios’ goal is to help clients imagine more by partnering in bringing to life digital content that entertains, connects, and educates people worldwide.

Established in 1998, Keywords Studios is a team of over 13,000 based across more than 70 studios in 25+ countries.

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and resourceful Recruiter to manage the end-to-end hiring process. The Recruiter will be responsible for sourcing, screening, and selecting qualified candidates to fill open roles while ensuring a positive candidate experience and alignment with company culture and objectives.

Key Responsibilities and Activities

• Partner with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and develop job descriptions.
• Source potential candidates through online platforms, job boards, networking, and referrals.
• Screen resumes and conduct initial interviews to evaluate candidate qualifications.
• Coordinate interview schedules, assessments, and follow-up communication.
• Manage the offer process including negotiations, reference checks, and onboarding coordination.
• Maintain candidate pipeline and applicant tracking system (ATS) records.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with candidates to ensure a positive experience.
• Monitor and report recruiting metrics (e.g., time-to-fill, cost-per-hire, quality of hire).
• Stay updated on industry trends, labor market conditions, and recruitment best practices.

Requirements

Qualifications and Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field (preferred).
• Proven experience as a Recruiter (in-house or agency).
• Experience in the localization industry.
• Strong understanding of full-cycle recruitment and sourcing techniques.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with HR databases, ATS, and sourcing tools (e.g., LinkedIn Recruiter).
• Fluent in English and Japanese, with proficiency in another Asian language (preferably Chinese).

Benefits

• Public holiday
• Annual paid leaves, Special leaves, other types of leaves
• Health insurance, welfare pension insurance, occupational accident insurance etc
• Commuting costs are covered up 30,000 JPY per month
• Fukurikosei club (Relo Club)