Re: [tlug] looking for a job

[Laurent K <laurent.kol@example.com>]

I applied more than a hundred last time I stayed in Japan (3 years ago, 2009 bad timing). I have very basic Japanese skills so I tend not to apply for job asking business level. Last month I got a phone interview and I was supposed to get an interview in Tokyo during my last visit, but it didn't happen, It got canceled last minutes by the recruiter :(

Would you guys say it's more likely to get a job directly applying to a company or through a recruiting agency?

I heard working visa sponsorship became less troublesome than 3 years ago. At the moment I don't have a working permit for japan, Is that a big handicap ? 

Thanks Andrew, I'll give it a try.

On Sat, May 19, 2012 at 9:55 AM, Andrew Holway <andrew.holway@example.com> wrote:

These guys are pretty good.

www.eiresystems.com

2012/5/19 Laurent K <laurent.kol@example.com>:

> Hi TLUG members,
>
> I came few times to TLUG meetings about 3 years ago, since that time I left
> Japan but I’m currently looking for new opportunities in Tokyo.
>
> I have about 7 years of work experience as Linux System Engineer but very
> basic Japanese, I’ve made all my profile information available here:
> https://docs.google.com/open?id=0B1w7ADHJqOx0WjA5MWUwQWJNTFk
>
> Please don’t hesitate to forward this link to anyone that might be looking
> for a Linux sysadmin.
>
> During my last stay in Japan I realized how social/business-networking is
> important to enter Japan’s job market, probably more than registering in
> recruiting companies.
>
> I’d also be glad to hear any tips about how to secure an IT job in Tokyo,
> how can I improve my profile, how can I put most chances on my side?
>
> Cheers,
> Laurent

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