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Understanding the Changes in the Specified Skills System

Starting from April 2025, significant updates will be implemented in Japan's Specified Skills System, which aims to facilitate the employment of foreign workers in various sectors. The seminar hosted by Will Group will delve into these changes, highlighting essential points that companies and organizations need to be aware of.

Seminar Overview

Nobuyuki Murakami, President of Will Group, has announced a complimentary online seminar titled "Key Changes in the Specified Skills System: Decoding Important Updates". This seminar will take place on April 25, 2025, from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM via Zoom. The session aims to guide businesses employing specified skilled workers through the new regulations and procedures that will come into effect.

Key Changes to Expect

The amendments to the Specified Skills System are driven by a recent law change set to take effect on April 1, 2025. Businesses must prepare for several modifications, including:
- New Notification Procedures: There will be updated processes for notification related to the employment of specified skilled workers.
- Document Submission Omissions: Certain paperwork required for residency applications will be simplified under new rules to streamline operations.
- Operational Guidelines for Support and Acceptance: Adjustments are being made regarding the procedures for supporting and accepting foreign workers in sectors like manufacturing, hospitality, and construction.

To unpack these topics, the seminar will feature expert insights from the lawyers of Administrative Scrivener Corporation GOAL, Kyouko Nakagawa and Miyuki Miwa. They will summarize the critical alterations based on reports from the Immigration Services Agency of Japan.

Who Should Attend

This seminar is highly recommended for:

• - Companies utilizing technical intern trainees and specified skilled workers.
• - Organizations seeking information on specific skills and training employment systems.

How to Participate

Participation is free, and registration is required. Attendees can expect a URL link for online access upon completing the registration through the designated application link: Register Here.

Program Outline

The seminar will cover the following main topics:

• - Changes in Various Notification Procedures
• - Important Updates on Document Submission and Rules for Omissions in Residency Applications
• - New Operational Guidelines for the Reception and Support of Specified Skilled Workers

About the Speakers

Kyouko Nakagawa joined Administrative Scrivener Corporation GOAL in 2022 after successfully registering as an administrative scrivener in 2008. With a focus on work visas, she specializes in securing residency for foreign workers from countries like Vietnam, China, and Indonesia, executing around 100 applications annually.

Miyuki Miwa established her own administrative scrivener office in Okayama in 2012 and became a certified multicultural co-existence manager in 2015. She has contributed significantly to work visa applications and has provided support for foreigners residing in Japan through various roles, including working in NPOs.

About Will Group

Will Group, headquartered in Shinjuku, Tokyo, offers comprehensive human resource services, including labor dispatch, subcontracting, and recruitment services tailored to various industries such as sales, call centers, and healthcare. It is dedicated to expanding work opportunities and promoting diverse employment methods under its vision of being a 'Chance-Making Company'. For more information on their services, visit: Will Group.

As Japan navigates these changes in its specified skills policy, staying informed through such seminars is crucial for any organization looking to adapt successfully. Don’t miss this opportunity to equip yourself with the knowledge needed to maneuver through the evolving landscape of labor laws.