What is Jopus Connecter?
Jopus Connecter is a recruitment service managed by Goalist Co., Ltd.. The service is specialized for foreigners looking for work in Japan. Jopus Connecter is unique in a way that it provides job seekers the opportunity to connect with a foreign employee, called a Connecter, who is already working at the company they may be interested in. This service is available for free.
Before applying for a position, job seekers can ask the Connecter about various things such as how it is to work in the company as a foreigner, to better prepare for their interview.In addition, they are able to obtain realistic information which helps make better decision making when choosing a potential company to work in.
Since Connecters are foreign employees, job seekers can communicate in English or in their native language, so they can get a more accurate understanding of the job requirements, work environment and the company itself.
Job listings on Jopus Connecter are updated daily and have positions that welcome foreign job seekers living in Japan and abroad.
| Service Name | Jopus Connecter |
| URL | https://connecter.jopus.net/en/ |
| Type of Business | Job Board |
| Supported Language(s) | Japanese, English |
| Employment Status | Full-time employee |
| Specialized Industries | IT |
| Available Position Types | All (specializes in engineer) |
| Number of Postings | Non-disclosure |
| Number of Users | Non-disclosure |
| Provider Name | Goalist Co., Ltd. |
| Capital Stock | 10,000,000 yen |
| CEO | Ryo Kato |
| Date Established | January 5th, 2011 |
| Head Office | Head Office: Urban Square Kanda Building 7F, 1-18 Suda-cho, Kanda, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo |
| Overseas Branch | Vietnam, India |
| URL | https://goalist.co.jp/ |
Advantages of using Jopus Connecter
Jopus Connecter offers the following advantages to its users:
- Communicate with foreign employees working at the company before applying
- Reduce mismatches after joining the company
- Job listings specialized for foreigners
- Scout messages from companies that give users favorable offers
- English and other languages available
1. Communicate with foreign employees working at the company before applying
By using Jopus Connecter, users can consult with foreign employees of the companies they are interested in before applying. Foreign employees of the recruiting companies, called a “Connecter”, will provide information about the job opening and working environment of the company.
2. Reduce mismatches after joining the company
Jopus Connecter allows users to communicate with a Connecter in English or their native language, so that job seekers can ask the Connecter about various things such as how it is to work in the company as a foreigner, to better prepare for their interview. With this, they are able to obtain realistic information which helps users make better decisions when choosing a potential company to work in and avoids discomfort after joining.
3. Job listings specialized for foreigners
Jopus Connecter offers job listings of Japanese companies that are eager to hire foreigners. Positions are available for both foreigners who are living in Japan or abroad. Job listings are updated on a daily basis.
4. Scout messages from companies that give users favorable offers
Upon registration, users will not only be able to check out the job listings, but also stand a chance to receive scout messages from Japanese companies. When users proceed through scout messages, they will be given higher priority for an interview.
5. English and other languages available
By using Jopus Connecter, users can communicate with Connecters in English or their native language. They can use the service, even when they are not yet confident with their Japanese. By doing so, they can get a more accurate understanding of the job requirements, work environment and the company they intend to apply for.
Jopus Connecter website
For more information about Jopus Connecter and to register with their service, please visit their website by clicking the link below.
