Why employees quit. Explanations behind the market shift
Staff turnover has been increasing in markets all over the world. This economic shift has been particularly pronounced in the US, since the extensive availability of the COVID-19 vaccination program has led to a decrease in covid-related laydowns and shutdowns. …
2022-08-03 | Blog | HR management
Hamburg – Japanese Speaking Career and Business Life for Expats
Hamburg is the second-most populous city in Germany with approximately 1,8 million inhabitants – only outnumbered (although, by a lot) by the capital Berlin. Hamburg is thus one of the larger cities in all of Europe. Hamburg is especially known …
2022-05-31 | Blog | HR management
Germany as a country for Japanese speaking job seekers: Germany and France – a comparison
Germany and France make out two of the larger, richer and more stable countries in the EU, rendering them both viable and attractive options for foreign workers. However, when it comes to Japanese speakers, Germany is definitely the better option …
2022-03-29 | Blog | HR management
List of Jobs in Germany that do not Require German Language Skills
While looking for available jobs in Germany, you may notice that most positions require German language skills, which may make you tempted to give up on finding a job in the country. However, there is a small amount of jobs …
2022-03-04 | Blog | HR management
The Changing Expatriate System: Why Local Employees in Germany are Key to Japanese Companies’ Localisation
Until a decade ago, the local offices of Japanese multinational companies were generally managed by Japanese expatriates from headquarters in Japan. As the times change, so do the trends in international Human Resources (HR), and many multinational companies (MNCs) are …
2021-06-09 | Blog | HR management
What is the Customer Service Position at Japanese Company in Germany?
You can find customer service positions in many Japanese companies operating in Germany. However, this position is slightly different from other customer service positions in Germany in general. In this article, we will explain the characteristics of said position in …
2021-06-09 | Blog | HR management
5 Advantages of Working for Japanese MNEs in Germany
The more than 2,000 Japanese multinational enterprises (MNEs) existing in Germany are popular working places not only for Japanese expatriates but also German or third-country nationals regardless of their Japanese language skills. However, for many European candidates, it is not …
2021-05-25 | Blog | HR management
The Role of the Business Development Position in Japanese Companies for German/English Native Speaker
Viewing job vacancy ads for Japanese companies in Germany, one oftentimes comes across the wording “Business Development” in the job description. One may have a vague idea of what “business development” means, but what does it mean exactly? In this …
2021-05-24 | Blog | HR management
Local HR Development Strategies of Japanese Companies in Germany
When the Japanese economy swept over the world market and many Japanese companies expanded overseas, plenty of papers addressed the topic of Japanese management policies – many favorably. However, among these, some critical opinions were also expressed, one such regarding …
2021-05-24 | Blog | HR management
Job Opportunities for Japanese Speakers in Germany
It’s not widely known but in fact, people who speak Japanese fluently or at least at business level, have many job opportunities in Germany in regards to Japanese-related industries. There are around 2,000 Japanese companies in Germany and many of …
2021-05-17 | Blog | HR management-
Monochronic vs Polychronic Cultures: Difficulties Europeans May Face When Working with Japanese People
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The Biggest Japanese Community in Germany: Business Life in Düsseldorf
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List of Jobs in Germany that do not Require German Language Skills
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What is Ringi? Unique Japanese Decision-making System
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Manners When Having Dinner With a Japanese Boss or Colleague