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Overview of Doda's Recruitment Ratio

In January 2026, Persol Career Co., which runs the job change service "doda," reported a notable employment transition ratio. The ratio now stands at 2.57, marking a decline of 0.39 points from the previous month and a decrease of 0.17 points year-on-year.

What is the doda Recruitment Ratio?

The doda recruitment ratio illustrates the balance of supply and demand in the mid-career hiring market. It's calculated as follows:

Calculation Formula: Number of Job Openings (Planned Recruitment) ÷ Number of Job Seekers (doda registered users)

With this formula, doda provides insights into how many job openings are available for every job seeker aiming for a career change.

January 2026 Highlights

• - Recruitment Ratio: 2.57
• - Change from Previous Month: -0.39 points
• - Change from Previous Year: -0.17 points
• - Number of Job Openings: +0.3% compared to last month, +7.1% year-on-year
• - Number of Job Seekers: +15.5% from last month, +14.1% year-on-year

This year's data indicates an interesting shift with the demand for job seekers significantly increasing over the last month and year.

Sector and Job-Type Trends

Job Openings by Sector

In January 2026, job openings rose in 8 out of 12 sectors (excluding "others"). Notably, the sectors with the highest growth rates included:

• - Leisure & Dining: +3.0% from the previous month (103.0%)
• - Construction & Real Estate: +0.8% from the previous month (100.8%)

Job Openings by Profession

In January, 8 out of 11 professions (excluding "others") recorded an increase:

• - Specialized Roles in Construction & Real Estate: +0.9% from the previous month (100.9%)
• - Engineering Roles (Mechanical & Electrical): +0.7% from the previous month (100.7%)

This increase in demand across multiple sectors reflects the evolving landscape of job opportunities within Japan's mid-career market.

About the doda Service

For those unfamiliar, doda's aim is to create better working days, encapsulated in their slogan: "A Better Working Day Today." The platform includes a range of resources—such as job change websites, agent services, and one of Japan's biggest job fairs—streamlining the match between job seekers and employers.

For more information, explore the doda service at doda.jp and stay ahead in your job transition journey.

Conclusion

The job market in Japan is continuously evolving, and the January 2026 doda recruitment ratio exemplifies the current dynamics. Job seekers should remain updated on these trends to navigate their career paths successfully.