■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 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 these requests, we are required to accurately and effectively communicate the FR Group’s values and vision with the aim of enhancing its brand image. We are therefore seeking professional colleagues to join us in strengthening our public relations functions to meet this rapidly growing demand.

■ Department Overview
As the “face of the FR Group,” the Corporate Public Relations Department handles all corporate public relations functions, including external communications—such as managing media interviews with executives and handling public relations regarding business performance, recruitment, sustainability, sports projects, and store-related matters—as well as 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 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 acting as 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 at GHQ
・Global expansion of internal communications, as well as editing and reporting for the internal portal site (including writing articles)
・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 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 private company, as a business reporter for a newspaper, or as an editor at a publishing company
・Strong communication skills and a desire to learn
・Individuals who can act proactively and collaborate effectively as independent professionals

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 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 800 or higher is preferred; 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 notes 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 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, and is not limited to the figures listed above.

■ Working Hours
Flexible work hours or managerial/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 work may be required
・Supervisors
Based on the working hours of the employee’s department; left to the employee’s discretion

■ Days Off and Leave
Two days off per week (Saturdays and Sundays; national holidays are considered workdays) Annual paid leave, special leave (including leave for weddings and bereavement), 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.
- You may apply to multiple companies within the Fast Retailing Group simultaneously. However, please note that even if the selection process proceeds at multiple companies, you can only advance to the final selection stage for one position at a time.
- Based on your submitted resume and interview evaluations, we may suggest other companies or positions within the Fast Retailing Group.

・Secondhand Smoke Policy: 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.