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Tender Achieves Next-Generation Kurumin Certification

Tender, headquartered in Shibuya, Tokyo, and led by President and CEO Akira Sonobe, has recently achieved the "Kurumin" certification awarded by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare. This certification recognizes companies that actively support childcare under the Act on Advancement of Measures to Support the Development of the Next Generation.

Background and Purpose

In recent years, employers have faced increasing pressure to establish work environments that allow diverse talent to thrive long-term. A particularly significant issue is the support for balancing both work and childcare responsibilities, which has become a key management challenge crucial for sustainable corporate growth. At Tender, a focus on creating a workplace where employees can feel secure about continuing their careers according to their life stages has been a priority.

Initiatives and Achievements in Balancing Work and Childcare

To support employees with varying life stages, Tender has introduced telecommuting and flexible working arrangements while enhancing their childcare support systems. These efforts aim to facilitate various working styles that adapt to personal circumstances. Beyond the establishment of supportive systems, the company has concentrated on cultivating a workplace culture where balancing childcare and career is naturally accepted, along with a commitment from leadership and organizational structures to continue offering support.

As a result of these initiatives, Tender has reported a 100% childcare leave uptake rate for women and a 35% uptake for men, while maintaining a 100% return rate post-leave. These achievements not only signify the effectiveness of the childcare programs but also contribute to overall employee retention.

Future Developments

With the acquisition of the Kurumin certification, Tender plans to position support for balancing work and childcare as a key tactic in human capital management. The company intends to further enrich their systems and create an even more conducive working environment.

Understanding Kurumin Certification

The Kurumin certification is a system that recognizes companies actively engaged in supporting employees with childcare responsibilities under the Act on Advancement of Measures to Support the Development of the Next Generation. Companies that meet certain criteria are granted the Kurumin mark, signifying their commitment to supporting work-life balance. Companies certified can utilize the Kurumin mark to demonstrate their active efforts to assist in the coexistence of work and family.

About Tender Corporation

• - Headquarters: Shibuya, Tokyo 2-24-12, WeWork Shibuya Scramble Square
• - Established: June 1995
• - CEO: Akira Sonobe
• - Capital: 3.25 billion yen (as of November 2025)
• - Business Areas: DX solutions, Techwise consulting, game content development
• - Website: Tender Corporation
• - Recruitment Information: Tender Recruitment

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