Don't stop at just solving labor shortages. Four Management Benefits of Hiring Specifically Skilled Foreigners

We can't turn the site around." "We can't get Japanese people even if we try to recruit them."

This is a serious problem that many business owners in Kyoto are currently facing. The "Specified Technical Skills" visa has been attracting attention as a solution to this problem.

Having been an administrative officer for 35 years, I, Dakei Matsutani, President of Gyoseishoshi Lawyer Alex International Office, have seen the front lines in the field, and will explain four reasons why the Specified Technical Visa should be introduced from the viewpoint of management strategy.

1. speed as an "immediate asset

The most important feature of the specified technical skills is their "readiness to work immediately," meaning that they can be put to work immediately after entering Japan. While the main purpose of "technical internship" to date has been education and training, the specified skills are based on proof of "a considerable degree of knowledge or experience" (by passing an examination or completing practical training). Since the Japanese language skills also meet certain standards, it is easier to follow instructions at the work site, and training costs can be significantly reduced.

2. stability as a "long term asset" (up to 5 years and beyond)

Under Specified Technical Skills 1, the total number ofUp to 5 yearsIn addition, from 2023, a path has been opened for "specified technical skills II" in virtually all fields. In addition, after 2023, the path to "Specified Technical Skills II" has been opened in virtually all fields, and once a worker moves to the second category, there are no restrictions on the extension of the period of stay, and it is possible to bring family members and apply for a permanent residence permit. In other words, this is a system that allows your company to nurture these workers as "future front-line leaders and executive candidates" rather than "workers who will leave after five years.

3. "Flexible business allocation" is possible.

Compared to technical training, regulation of the scope of work for specified skills is more flexible. For example, in the lodging industry, in addition to front desk work, flexible multitasking is possible in accordance with on-site conditions, such as serving food in restaurants or assisting with planning. Because there are no restrictions on the number of employees who can only do this kind of work, this system is very user-friendly for small and medium-sized companies with a small number of elite employees.

4. organizational "vitalization" and "internationalization

Hiring non-Japanese employees provides an excellent opportunity to review your internal operations. By creating a system that anyone can understand, the work that used to rely on "A-Un" can be made into a manual, and as a result, the productivity of the Japanese staff can be improved. In addition, I have seen many cases in which the addition of highly motivated non-Japanese staff has stimulated the workplace and positively energized the organization as a whole.

Unparalleled support from "administrative professionals

Introducing a specific skills system is not just a job offer."Establishing a New Management Structure.".

As an administrative officer, I have seen for 35 years the background behind the creation of the system and the points that examiners focus on. I now use this knowledge as a "shield" and driving force for the management of Kyoto.

From the preparation of documents (administrative scriveners) to accompanying support after entry into the country (Registered Support AgenciesUp to. Our "one-stop support" approach allows us to understand your company's situation in depth and make proactive proposals.

Registered Support Agencies: List of One-Stop Support Contents

The employment of specified skilled foreigners is subject to the "10 mandatory support items" set forth by the Immigration and Residency Management Agency. Our firm can implement all of these on behalf of your company, utilizing our expertise as former administrative officials.

1. introduction and pre-arrival support (for smooth acceptance)

Provide advance guidance: Explanation of employment conditions, immigration procedures, and rules for living in Japan in a foreign language.
Pick-up and drop-off at entry and departure points: We provide transportation from the airport to your business (or residence) to ease your anxiety immediately after your arrival in Japan.
Assistance in securing housing: Coordinates with real estate brokers, arranges company housing, and advises on guarantor-related matters.

2. infrastructure and infrastructure development (to support immediate needs)

Living Orientation: We teach Japanese public manners, traffic rules, garbage disposal, and disaster prevention knowledge.
Accompanying official procedures: We will assist with procedures for registering as a resident at city hall, etc., opening a bank account, signing a cell phone contract, and starting lifelines (electricity, gas, and water).
Providing opportunities to learn Japanese: We support smooth communication by providing information on local Japanese language classes and online learning materials.

3. employment and retention support (to prevent turnover and promote growth)

Important: Regular interviews (once every three months): Interviews are held with the foreign nationals themselves and their supervisors to nip problems in the bud at an early stage.
Responding to consultations and complaints: We provide multilingual and friendly support for problems in the work environment and daily life. Preventing job turnover due to a sense of isolation.
Promoting interaction with Japanese staff: We will guide you to local events and advise you on how to deepen cross-cultural understanding within your workplace.

4. administrative compliance support (to ensure business safety)）

Support when changing jobs or leaving a company: In the unlikely event of a job separation, we will assist in securing the next job and properly complete administrative procedures to avoid legal risk to the company.

Three advantages of leaving it to the office

Single point of contact (one-stop): As an administrative scrivener, we handle "visas", and as a registered support organization, we handle "living". Since the process is completed in one location, there are no discrepancies in information, minimizing (almost eliminating) the administrative burden on the business manager.
The strength of the "defense" of knowing inside the administration: Based on our 35 years of administrative experience, we will ensure "perfect document management" that will not cause any problems at all in the event of an audit.
Kyoto and local flexibility: Our firm's credo is "support through blood."

A former administrative officer teaches! Checkpoints to Avoid "Denial" of Specified Technical Visa

*Please click on the arrows at the bottom to turn the pages and view the slides below (12 pages in total).

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Free initial consultation available. [Dear Management: Free Consultation Will my company accept the specified skills? What about costs and support systems?" These questions will be answered directly by a former government official. We will visit your company's site and work with you to develop an optimal "foreigner employment strategy.

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