Recruit (OTCMKTS:RCRRF) Holdings Co., Ltd. is a global provider of human capital and workplace solutions. Founded in 1960 in Tokyo, Recruit has grown into one of the world’s leading staffing and recruitment firms, offering a range of services that includes full-time and temporary staffing, online job boards, digital platforms, and talent management solutions. The company’s portfolio is anchored by well-known platforms such as Indeed, the world’s largest job site by visits, and Glassdoor, a leading employer review and insights resource.
Recruit’s operations are organized across multiple segments. Its HR technology division spans online job marketplaces, talent acquisition software, and employer branding products. The staffing division delivers workforce solutions in general staffing, specialized professional staffing, and recruitment process outsourcing. Additionally, Recruit’s marketing and information services segment provides digital marketing, data analytics, and customer relationship management tools to businesses seeking to optimize their engagement and advertising spend.
With headquarters in Tokyo, Recruit serves clients and job seekers in more than 30 countries, with particularly strong market positions in North America, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region. Over the years, the company has expanded through strategic acquisitions, including Indeed in 2012 and Glassdoor in 2018, which have enhanced its global footprint and technological capabilities. Recruit also maintains a robust domestic staffing network in Japan, supporting sectors ranging from manufacturing and logistics to IT, finance, and healthcare.
Under the leadership of Chairman Hiromasa Ezoe and President and CEO Masumi Ishii, Recruit has placed a strong emphasis on innovation and diversification. The company leverages data analytics and artificial intelligence to continually enhance its platforms and services, while investing in digital transformation and new business initiatives such as HR tech startups. As Recruit evolves, it remains committed to connecting talent and opportunity on a global scale.
