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Upcoming Young Talent Recruitment Conference 2026

When: February 5, 2026, 13:30 - 16:40

Where: Online

Cost: Free

In today's job market, the landscape for hiring has become increasingly competitive, with companies vying for the attention of a limited pool of candidates. Understanding the shifts in recruitment strategies is vital for businesses aiming to attract top talent, especially as new graduates start their job search earlier than ever.

To address the pressing needs of employers, Gakujo will host the Young Talent Recruitment Conference 2026, themed "New Recruitment Strategies to Win in a Competitive Market." This online event will illuminate key trends for companies to adopt in their hiring processes, illustrated through five insightful sessions.

The conference is tailored for those looking to align their recruitment strategies with current graduate activity and trends. Attendees can expect detailed analysis based on the latest recruitment big data and discussion around actionable steps companies should consider.

Conference Program

Session 1: The Importance of Early Decisions in Recruitment

Time: 13:30 - 14:10
Speaker: Ryohei Anno (Gakujo, Field Sales Department Manager)
In this session, Ryohei Anno will explore how most new graduate hiring decisions are made by the summer of their junior year. This trend signifies the need for companies to adapt their timelines to engage effectively with prospective candidates.

Session 2: Strategies for Increasing Offer Acceptance Rates

Time: 14:10 - 14:50
Speakers: Ryosuke Fukushima (Neo Career) and Tomoyoshi Utazu (Gakujo)
This session will delve into the alarming statistic that only 29.3% of students had job offers by November of their third year. The speakers will discuss strategies companies can implement to enhance their appeal and improve their chances of securing candidates.

Session 3: Creating Compelling Offers to Stand Out

Time: 14:50 - 15:30
Speaker: Hajime Nomaki (Leading Mark)
Hajime Nomaki will tackle the common challenge of being seen as a backup option, sharing effective techniques for building a more attractive employer brand that resonates with candidates.

Session 4: Understanding Changing Job Market Trends

Time: 15:30 - 16:10
Speakers: Jun Mizuno (Frog Co., Director) and Tomoyoshi Utazu (Gakujo)
In this latest session, Jun Mizuno will provide insights from big data analysis on job offers, exploring wage increases and role-specific job availability, highlighting trends in young talent recruitment.

Session 5: Strategies for Second New Graduate Hiring

Time: 16:10 - 16:40
Speaker: Kentaro Usui (Gakujo)
This final session focuses on actionable strategies for targeting second new graduates who are looking to enter the workforce by April. Kentaro Usui will share insights on successful short-term recruitment strategies.

Who should attend:

• - HR professionals eager to grasp the latest shifts in the 27th and 28th graduate markets.
• - Employers seeking to refine their hiring strategies based on student decision-making processes.
• - Organizations looking to understand labor market trends to develop competitive recruitment tactics.
• - Those interested in short-term concentrated recruitment strategies for second new graduates.

To register for the event, visit: Gakujo Registration Link

About Frog Co.

Frog Co. specializes in recruitment big data analysis, helping businesses understand job market dynamics since its establishment in January 2021. With access to over 4 billion job listings from more than 150 recruitment sites across Japan, Frog provides insights that facilitate market analysis, effective recruitment strategies, and industry reports.

For more information, visit Frog Co.'s website or contact the sales team at [email protected].