■Recruitment Background
The Fast Retailing (hereinafter “FR”) Group is creating a “new industry” based on the concept of “LifeWear,” which transcends traditional industry boundaries. To become the world’s No. 1 apparel company, we are accelerating the domestic and international expansion of our brands, including UNIQLO and GU. The growth and expansion of these brands, along with our corporate initiatives and social contributions, have attracted significant public attention, and media inquiries have been increasing year by year.While we are committed to responding sincerely to all inquiries, we are also required to accurately and effectively communicate the FR Group’s values and vision to enhance our brand image. We are seeking professional colleagues to join us in strengthening our public relations capabilities to meet this rapidly growing demand.

■ Department Overview
As the "face of the FR Group," the Corporate Communications Department handles all corporate communications functions, including external communications such as executive media interviews, financial results, recruitment, sustainability, sports projects, and store-related PR; internal communications to enhance employee engagement; and crisis management. The department consists of just over 10 members, including the department head and team leaders.
Daily communication is conducted in both Japanese and English.

■Job Description
You will be responsible for a wide range of tasks, primarily focusing on disseminating information to domestic and global media, as well as internal communications acting as the Global Headquarters (hereinafter referred to as GHQ). Specifically, your responsibilities will include the following:

1.) External Public Relations
・Planning and executing PR strategies
・Drafting and distributing press releases (including Q&As)
・Handling inquiries from various media outlets and monitoring media coverage
・Providing corporate communications support to PR teams for UNIQLO and other brands in countries and regions around the world
・Building positive relationships with the media

2.) Internal Communications at GHQ
・Global expansion of internal communications, editing of the internal portal site, and reporting duties (including article writing)
・Management of external partner companies
*The Job Description may change within the scope of duties related to various headquarters departments due to department transfers or organizational changes.

After joining the company, as a Communications Specialist, you will actively disseminate information to either domestic or global media—depending on your experience and capabilities—to generate high-quality coverage and help turn more people into fans of our company. This role involves working collaboratively with your team and other relevant stakeholders.

■ Required Experience, Skills, and Abilities
・At least 5 years of experience in public relations at a business corporation, as a business reporter at a newspaper, or as an editor at a publishing company
・Individuals with strong communication skills and a desire to learn
・Individuals who can act proactively and collaborate effectively as a professional

Candidates who meet the above criteria and fall into one of the following categories
・Native English speakers with strong writing skills capable of drafting press releases and other materials in English, as well as Japanese language proficiency at or above a conversational level
・Native Japanese speakers with strong writing skills capable of drafting press releases and other materials in Japanese, as well as English writing skills (TOEIC score of 800 or higher; speaking ability is not a priority at the time of application)
*Please note that overseas business trips may be required.
*If you have scores from English proficiency tests (such as TOEIC), study abroad experience, or experience working overseas, please include this information in your application materials or in your application notes.
*When applying, please submit both a Japanese and an English resume.

■Company Name
Fast Retailing Co., Ltd.

■Employment Type
Full-time Employee (Permanent position, with a 3-month probationary period)

■Annual Salary
・Annual Salary Range: 7.04–13.50 million yen (Monthly Salary: 440,000–750,000 yen)
・Allowances: Commuting allowance, overtime pay, etc. (※All subject to company regulations)
・Bonuses: Semi-annual bonuses twice a year, year-end bonus (eligibility and amount determined based on company performance and performance evaluations)
・Promotions twice a year (determined based on performance evaluations)
*Salary will be determined based on company regulations, taking into account your previous annual income and experience, not limited to the above.

■ Working Hours
Flexible work hours, or managerial/supervisory positions
・Flexible work hours
Standard daily working hours: 8 hours, Break: 1 hour
Core hours: 9:00 AM–2:00 PM
Flexible hours…6:00 AM–9:00 AM and 2:00 PM–8:00 PM (Overtime work may occur)
・Supervisors
Based on the working hours of the employee’s department, with the decision left to the employee

■ Holidays and Leave
Two days off per week (Saturdays and Sundays; national holidays are working days) Annual paid leave, special leave (including bereavement leave), childcare and nursing care leave systems, etc.
*In addition to paid leave, special leave is granted in the first and second halves of the fiscal year (the number of days granted varies depending on employment status and the company to which the employee belongs)

■Insurance Coverage
Social Insurance (Health Insurance, Employees' Pension Insurance, Employment Insurance, Workers' Accident Compensation Insurance, Long-Term Care Insurance)

■Employee Benefits
Employee stock ownership plan, mutual aid association, partner welfare programs, employee discount program, cafeteria, dedicated shuttle bus (for commuting to the Ariake office), defined contribution pension plan

■Other
・We actively recruit mid-career professionals across our group companies (Fast Retailing, UNIQLO, GU, etc.). We would appreciate it if you could review the information below and consider applying.
- You may apply to multiple companies within the Fast Retailing Group simultaneously. However, please note that even if the selection process proceeds with multiple companies, you can only advance to the final selection stage for one position at a time.
- Based on your submitted resume and interview performance, we may suggest opportunities at other companies or positions within the Fast Retailing Group.

・Measures against secondhand smoke: Smoking is prohibited on the premises and indoors; we do not have designated smoking rooms. (Smoking is prohibited during working hours, including break times.)

Roppongi Headquarters: Midtown Tower, 9-7-1 Akasaka, Minato-ku, Tokyo
Ariake Headquarters: 1-6-7 Ariake, Koto-ku, Tokyo, UNIQLO CITY TOKYO
*While the Roppongi Headquarters is the primary location, you may be required to travel between offices depending on business needs.
*The location may be changed to a site designated by the company, including overseas locations.