Your partner in talent acquisition
Mount Fuji, Japan`s tallest peak, is regarded as an enduring symbol of purpose. As people, we are all built to have purpose. Our purpose at Advisory Group is to help overlooked talents find real jobs that make a meaningful contribution. We help people discover their purpose at work by finding them a financially rewarding career. Do you know your purpose?
We are The Advisory Group
We drive positive change in the industry
The Advisory Group is a recruitment firm dedicated to connecting companies with Japan's untapped high-quality workforce. We work with educated women, working moms, semi-retirees and retirees, helping match them with companies that value their years of experience, attitude and skills.
“Highly recommended especially for moms who have gaps in their careers. I had five-year gap in my career and got a manager position which was equivalent of my previous job title-wise thanks to the team. One of the very best agencies I’ve ever got help from.”
Yuuki SAccountant
Empowering companies through exceptional talent, one placement at a time
500
+
Clients Signed
25
k+
Candidates Registered
200
+
Permanent Placements
100
+
Temp Placements
How we do it
We employ tested & proven recruitment strategies
We see the untapped potential of Japan's high-quality workforce, including educated women, working moms, semi-retirees, and retirees. Our aim is to help overlooked talents find real jobs that make a meaningful contribution, and help them discover their purpose at work.
The ACT Manifesto
Recruitment is more than a transaction.
It’s a responsibility.
We didn’t want our values to be just another piece of office decor. We wanted a blueprint for action. That is why we created the ACT Manifesto – a commitment to moving beyond words into tangible results for our candidates and clients.
Words are easy to write, but character is built by living them. This manifesto is our daily reminder that we are here to shape the future of work, one person at a time.
Everything we do is for the people we serve.
If these core values resonate with you, please contact us.
Message from our CEO
As founder and CEO of the Advisory Group my mission is to continue driving positive change to the recruitment industry in Japan and encourage companies to hire individuals based on their skills, experience, attitude and potential rather than age, gender, education or career gaps.
Japan has a very high quality workforce that continues to remain untapped to these days (e.g. educated women, working moms, semi-retirees and retirees). However, large recruitment companies focus mainly on the younger workforce, leaving behind excellent experienced professionals (“freelancers”) and small to mid-sized companies buried. Existing agency fees are also very expensive, limiting client and candidate’ choices. We feel that the work environment and how companies hire and who they hire in Japan can be improved.
We thrive on results and customer satisfaction. Whether you are looking for a new career opportunity, hiring new talent for your business, or would like to discuss the current job market, Advisory Group can help.
Jivago Matsuoka,
Founder & CEO
Corporate Profile
Company Name
Advisory Group K.K.
Address
Head Office
Shibuya Scramble Square 39F
2-24-12 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku,
Tokyo, 150-6139
Japan
Shibuya Scramble Square 39F
2-24-12 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku,
Tokyo, 150-6139
Japan
Representative Director
Jivago Matsuoka
Capital
40,000,000 yen
Main Bank
SMBC bank, Shimbashi branch
Incorporated
July 2015
Number of Employees (As of Dec 31, 2025):
25
Business Type
Staffing, Recruitment and Advisory Services:
- Permanent and Direct Contract
- Temp Dispatch and Temp to Perm
- Consulting and Outsourcing
- Retained Search
Recruiting Licenses
- Temporary Staff Dispatch Business License Number: 派13-310812
- Fee-based Employment Service License Number: 13-ユ-309576
