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Introducing WAKE Career's New Initiatives

In a bid to enhance diversity and immediate talent acquisition within teams, WAKE Career, a career platform dedicated to women in IT managed by bgrass Co., Ltd., has undergone a significant transformation in its service offerings. Located in Shibuya, Tokyo, the company has made notable changes aimed at simplifying the adoption of recruitment services for businesses.

One primary update is the introduction of free job postings and the ability to send scouting messages, which allows companies to engage with over 2,300 skilled and motivated female IT professionals. This initiative is not only about enhancing team diversity but also about equipping organizations with immediate actionable talent that can contribute from day one.

Background of the Service Revamp

WAKE Career has consistently connected women who aspire to leverage their skills in a fair environment with companies eager to build diverse teams. However, feedback from corporate recruiters indicated several barriers to entry:

• - Budget Constraints: Many companies expressed difficulty taking the first step due to budget restrictions.
• - Psychological Barriers to Transparency: There were significant concerns regarding the need for internal alignment on the public sharing of diversity assessment results.

The requests for more flexible recruitment strategies and a broader range of scouting options were substantial. Companies reported:

• - Hopes of meeting outstanding talent.
• - A desire to expand their recruitment channels to acquire skilled candidates.
• - The necessity for immediate contributors to enhance workplace diversity.

Given this feedback, WAKE Career has aimed to visualize and communicate the environments where fair assessments lead to satisfying work opportunities. Such transparency not only serves as a means to attract top talent but also boosts the quality of matches established during recruitment.

Key Features of the Revamped Service

The newly established framework has focused on lowering the barriers for businesses, primarily through flexible pricing strategies and the elimination of the mandatory public sharing of assessment results. Key features include:

• - Trial Accounts with Zero Initial Costs: Businesses can use trial accounts without the pressure of initial fees, allowing them to take the first step more comfortably.
• - Job Postings and Scouting Availability: Companies can post one free job and send up to ten scouting messages per month, catering to the need to explore candidate databases without immediate costs.
• - Optional Public Disclosure of Assessments: While conducting the WAKE Gender Diversity Assessment is mandatory, the results can remain confidential if the organization opts for non-disclosure, making it easier for companies to address internal improvements and public relations goals.
• - Flexible Pricing Plans: Two pricing structures offer organizations a viable pathway:

- Performance-based Plan: Fees arise solely upon successful recruitment.
- Monthly Subscription Plan: Unlimited scouting options combined with comprehensive recruitment support.

Trends Among Registered Users

The profile of women registered with WAKE Career indicates a high level of skill and experience, positioning them as strong immediate contributors capable of adapting to various project demands. Notably:

• - Approximately 30% have over five years of experience.
• - 46% bring over three years of expertise to the table.
• - Additionally, a considerable segment of users displays a keen interest in job transitions, with about 50% showing latent intentions for career moves.

Implementation Steps for Companies

Companies interested in utilizing these new services can follow these straightforward steps:
1. Begin with an inquiry or trial registration to access potential candidates.
2. Conduct the WAKE Gender Diversity Assessment (public or non-public settings available).
3. Establish a contractual agreement.
4. Start recruitment activities with live job postings and candidate introductions.

Future Outlook

Looking ahead, bgrass Co., Ltd. remains committed to supporting the elimination of gender gaps within the IT industry via WAKE Career, addressing both recruitment and fostering equitable environments for female IT professionals. The company intends to expand partnerships with WAKE’s associated services, which include WAKE Freelance, WAKE Skill, and WAKE New Graduates, to enhance the opportunities and continuous career development for women in IT.

Through these enhanced services, bgrass aims to contribute towards creating a society where everyone can unleash their potential and pursue their aspirations without constraint in the tech sector.