{"id":64,"date":"2021-02-12T07:56:45","date_gmt":"2021-02-12T07:56:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/spottedrecruit.com\/about-ja\/"},"modified":"2025-06-10T03:13:46","modified_gmt":"2025-06-10T03:13:46","slug":"about","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/spottedrecruit.com\/en\/about\/","title":{"rendered":"About"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row css_animation=”fadeIn” css=”.vc_custom_1613191810537{margin-top: 50px !important;margin-bottom: 60px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner][vc_column_text el_class=”intro-text”]We provide tailored hiring solutions backed by deep industry insight and on-the-ground experience. Whether supporting global multinationals or high-growth companies, we understand the unique challenges each business faces. Our strength lies in seeing things from the client\u2019s perspective and offering ongoing, consultative support to help bring their vision to life.<\/span><\/p>\n

Spotted has successfully placed 600+ professionals across roles in IT, Business, HR, Finance, Sales & Marketing sectors.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=”bottom-to-top” kd_image_overlay_color=”#1b251f” kd_image_overlay=”true” el_class=”dark-section” css=”.vc_custom_1613196547570{padding-top: 75px !important;padding-right: 50px !important;padding-bottom: 75px !important;padding-left: 50px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text el_class=”large-title”]<\/p>\n

Our story<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”medium-text”]Established in 2016, Spotted Recruit is the permanent recruitment arm of Spotted K.K., specializing in solving hiring challenges across industries.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]From tech startups and investment firms to global multinationals expanding into Japan, we support a wide range of clients by helping them compete for top talent and positioning their brand effectively in the market.<\/span><\/p>\n

Our role goes beyond traditional recruitment. As experienced consultants, we offer objective guidance, take an active role in the hiring process, and deliver flexible, practical solutions focused on long-term growth.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=”fadeIn” css=”.vc_custom_1736218837081{margin-bottom: 100px !important;background-image: url(https:\/\/spottedrecruit.com\/wpdata\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/spotted-staffing-img-8.jpg?id=131) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_empty_space height=”600″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css_animation=”bottom-to-top” kd_fixed_background=”true” css=”.vc_custom_1613213796987{padding-top: 100px !important;padding-bottom: 100px !important;background: #deefed url(https:\/\/spottedrecruit.com\/wpdata\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/page-graphic-bg-1.png?id=156) !important;background-position: center !important;background-repeat: no-repeat !important;background-size: cover !important;}”][vc_column][vc_row_inner css=”.vc_custom_1613191922177{margin-bottom: 75px !important;}”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text el_class=”large-title”]<\/p>\n

Our core focus<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”medium-text”]Our strength lies in quickly understanding market trends and delivering accurate, insight-driven recommendations. Backed by a proven track record, we provide tailored hiring solutions that meet our clients\u2019 evolving needs.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]We\u2019ve successfully placed a wide range of talent \u2014 from executives and managers to engineers, designers, and sales professionals \u2014 by leveraging our expertise in IT, Sales, Marketing, Finance, and HR recruitment.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”3\/4″][vc_column_text el_class=”large-title”]<\/p>\n

Our team<\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=”medium-text”]As bilingual recruiters, we\u2019ve helped professionals grow their careers and supported companies through change. By connecting top talent with both innovative startups and global companies, we\u2019ve worked across industries to support the shift from traditional ways of working to more modern, forward-thinking approaches.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text] <\/p>\n

Our team, which includes experts from various cultural backgrounds such as Chinese-Mandrin, Japanese, and English-speaking cultures, is dedicated to enhancing opportunities for job seekers and driving the growth of client companies across the globe. This helps us tap into a broader talent pool and better understand the unique needs of multinational corporations and startups.<\/span><\/p>\n

In a dynamic economic landscape, we proactively identify labor market challenges and leverage our extensive network of foreign and Japanese companies to deliver the talent essential for business growth.<\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/4″][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” css_animation=”fadeIn” el_class=”company-profile-section” css=”.vc_custom_1613192093892{padding-top: 75px !important;padding-bottom: 75px !important;background-color: #f4f7fa !important;}”][vc_column width=”1\/12″][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”10\/12″][vc_column_text el_class=”medium-title” css=”.vc_custom_1613192139958{margin-bottom: 25px !important;}”]<\/p>\n

Corporate information<\/h5>\n

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<\/div>\n <\/div>[vc_row_inner el_class=”company-profile-inner”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]Company name<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]SPOTTED, Inc.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner]
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<\/div>\n <\/div>[vc_row_inner el_class=”company-profile-inner”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]Recruitment license number<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]13-\u30e6-308682[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner]
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<\/div>\n <\/div>[vc_row_inner el_class=”company-profile-inner”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]Established<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]April 2017[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner]
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<\/div>\n <\/div>[vc_row_inner el_class=”company-profile-inner”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]Capital<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]5,000,000 JPY[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner]
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<\/div>\n <\/div>[vc_row_inner el_class=”company-profile-inner”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]Chief Executive Officer<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]Diego Utiyama[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner]
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<\/div>\n <\/div>[vc_row_inner el_class=”company-profile-inner”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]Primary business<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]Permanent Recruitment
\nHR Consulting
\nSoftware Development[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner]
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<\/div>\n <\/div>[vc_row_inner el_class=”company-profile-inner”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]Number of employees<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]17 (as of April 2021)[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner]
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<\/div>\n <\/div>[vc_row_inner el_class=”company-profile-inner”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]Address<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]6F The Royal Bldg, 3-8-7 Irifune, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 104-0042
\nTel 03-6869-4800<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner]
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<\/div>\n <\/div>[vc_row_inner el_class=”company-profile-inner”][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]Bank<\/strong>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1\/2″][vc_column_text]Tokyo City Shinkin Bank
\nRakuten Bank[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner]
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