Empowering Careers.
Elevating Businesses

At Talentus, we’re not just recruiters—we’re matchmakers for success. Through our personalized approach, we help businesses thrive and individuals grow.
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Experienced bilingual consultants with deep market knowledge. Tailored solutions for every hiring need.
A trusted partner for long-term success.
About Us

Connecting Talent with Opportunity

At Talentus, we go beyond recruitment. We’re your partner in building careers and businesses.

With decades of experience navigating Japan’s competitive job market, Talentus specializes in connecting exceptional talent with organizations that value their skills. From startups to multinational corporations, our team has successfully filled roles across various industries—even the most challenging ones.
  • Over 300 successfully filled roles: Leveraging expertise built over years, we’ve helped companies secure the talent they need to grow.
  • 96% placement retention rate: Our candidates thrive in their roles, creating long-term success for both businesses and individuals.
Our Services

Solutions Tailored to Your Needs

Whether you need a quick hire, a dedicated search, or full recruitment support, we’ve got you covered.

Contingent
Recruitment

Results-driven recruitment designed for your urgent hiring needs. Pay only when we deliver the perfect candidate for your team.

Retained
Search

Strategic talent acquisition for senior and niche roles. Gain exclusive focus, confidentiality, and access to top-tier professionals.

Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO)

Let us streamline your hiring process. From sourcing to onboarding, we seamlessly manage your recruitment operations for optimal efficiency and results.
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Your Success is Our Process

Our proven process ensures that every placement is a perfect match for both the candidate and the company.

Understanding Your Needs

We collaborate closely to understand your goals, company culture, and unique challenges.

Crafting a Strategy

Using your requirements, we develop a customized recruitment plan tailored to your needs.

Talent Sourcing

Leveraging cutting-edge tools and an extensive network, we identify top-tier talent, including passive candidates.

Screening
and Evaluation

We conduct thorough assessments to ensure candidates are not just qualified but aligned with your company culture.

Presentation
and Interviews

Receive a curated shortlist with detailed profiles, streamlining your decision-making process.

Offer Management

From negotiations to onboarding, we ensure a seamless hiring experience for both parties.

Post-Placement Support

Our commitment doesn’t end with the hire. We provide ongoing support to ensure long-term success and satisfaction.
Our team

Meet the Experts Behind Talentus

Chikara Ishikawa

CEO/President

Chikara brings nearly a decade of recruitment and HR consulting experience in Japan. As a skilled bilingual talent expert, they specialize in aligning top-tier professionals with businesses across various industries, from startups to global enterprises. Known for delivering measurable results, including scaling teams and filling high-level roles, Chikara combines strategic insight with a hands-on approach to ensure success for both clients and candidates.
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Robert McIver

Partner & Director of Recruitment Consultant Services

Robert is a bilingual recruitment expert with nearly a decade of experience in Japan’s talent market. Known for his strategic approach and results-driven mindset, Robert has successfully partnered with startups and global organizations to build high-performing teams. His unwavering dedication to client success makes him a trusted leader in the recruitment field.
Connect with Robert on LinkedIn
Our News

Stay Updated with Talentus.

Follow us on LinkedIn for the latest updates on job opportunities, industry insights, and our company culture.

🌟 Hope everyone is having a great Golden Week! With nearly two decades of expertise in recruitment, Robert Graham McIver and Chikara Dean know exactly what makes candidates stand out. Here’s our fifth piece of advice...
Talentus
@talentus • 2 days ago
Would you walk into a big meeting without knowing who’s in the room? The same applies to interviews -preparation goes beyond just understanding the job description.Here’s a key strategy to increase your chances in your next interview.
Talentus
@talentus • 2 weeks ago
Aside from the usual story of companies searching for that "unicorn candidate", many companies in Japan suffer from open requisitions they felt should have been closed months ago. The result?
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@talentus • 1 month ago
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