Recruitment Background

The Fast Retailing (hereinafter “FR”) Group is creating a “new industry” based on the “LifeWear” concept—one that transcends traditional industry boundaries—and is accelerating the domestic and international business expansion of its brands, such as UNIQLO and GU, with the goal of becoming the world’s No. 1 apparel company. The company’s initiatives, including the expansion and growth of these brands, as well as its social initiatives, are attracting significant public attention, and media inquiries are increasing year by year.In addition to responding sincerely to all inquiries, we are committed to enhancing the FR Group’s brand image by accurately and effectively communicating our values and vision. We are therefore 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 Public Relations Department handles all aspects of corporate communications, including external PR—such as managing media interviews with executives and handling communications regarding financial performance, recruitment, sustainability, sports projects, and store-related matters—as well as internal communications to boost employee engagement and crisis management. The department consists of just over 10 members, including the department head and team leaders.
Daily communication takes place 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 on behalf of the Global Headquarters (hereinafter “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 as 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 is subject to change within the scope of duties related to each department at headquarters due to department transfers or organizational changes.

After joining the company, as a Communications Specialist, you will proactively disseminate information to either domestic or global media—depending on your experience and abilities—to foster high-quality media coverage and help turn more people into fans of our company. This role involves collaborating with your team and other relevant stakeholders to advance these initiatives.

Required Experience, Skills, and Abilities

• At least 5 years of experience in public relations at a private company, as a business reporter for a newspaper, or as an editor at a publishing house
• Individuals with strong communication skills and a desire to learn
• Individuals who can act proactively and collaborate effectively as independent professionals

Candidates who meet the above requirements and fall into one of the following categories

• Native English speakers with strong writing skills capable of drafting press releases and similar documents in English, as well as Japanese language proficiency at or above the 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 approximately 800; speaking ability is not a priority at the time of application)

*You may be asked to travel abroad on business.
*If you have scores from English proficiency tests (such as TOEIC), experience studying abroad, or experience working overseas, please include this information in your application materials or in the remarks section when applying.
*When applying, please submit both a Japanese and an English resume.

Company Name

Fast Retailing Co., Ltd.

Employment Type

Full-time Employee (Permanent, 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 our company regulations, taking into account your previous annual income and experience, and is not limited to the figures listed above.

Working Hours

Flexible work schedule or supervisory position

• Flexible work schedule

Standard daily working hours: 8 hours; Break: 1 hour
Core hours…9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
Flexible hours…6:00–9:00 and 14:00–20:00; Overtime required

• Supervisors

Based on the working hours of the employee’s department; left to the employee’s discretion

Holidays and Leave

Two days off per week (Saturdays and Sundays; national holidays are considered workdays); annual paid leave, special and bereavement leave, childcare and family 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’ 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 are actively hiring mid-career professionals across various Group companies (Fast Retailing, UNIQLO, GU, etc.). We would appreciate it if you could review the information below and consider applying.
• Within the Fast Retailing Group, you may apply to multiple companies simultaneously. However, please note that even if the selection process proceeds at multiple companies, you can only advance to the final round for one position at a time.
• Based on your submitted resume and interview evaluations, we may contact you to discuss opportunities at other companies or for other positions within the Fast Retailing Group.

• Measures Against Secondhand Smoke: Smoking is prohibited on the premises and indoors, and 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 main office, 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