Hays Japan Opens Legal Specialist Unit

February 23, 2011 – Hays Specialist Recruitment Japan K.K. (Hays Japan) has opened its legal specialist business unit to cover placement services related to the legal sector. This marks Hays' 12 specialized business unit in Japan. Specifically, the legal business unit is committed to meeting demand for senior roles covering in-house lawyers, legal managers and contract managers, as well as specialist support roles such as paralegals and other services. The unit covers all industries, and currently supports particular demand in the technology and life sciences sectors. “Hays really has the experience and resources to support businesses in Japan with outbound growth,” said Christine Wright, Hays Japan representative director. “Hays first launched a legal business in the U.K., and we see strong demand for it across our network. It is exciting to now extend the service to Japan.”