James Pounder
Consultant, Managing Partner, Business Owner at Source Edge- Claim this Profile
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English Native or bilingual proficiency
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Japanese Limited working proficiency
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Arjun Bapat
When you meet James, you realise very quickly you are dealing a sharp mind. He is the kind of person who most things come to naturally, but at the same time is capable of putting in the hard work to develop his skills in areas where he needs to. It wouldn't surprise me if he runs for political office in the distant future. But he's certainly one of the best recruiters going for now.
Ahmad Royani
I have had the benefit of working for many different types of person with various management styles. James’ strength is that he always makes sure that your voice is heard and every bit of your effort is recognized fairly. He is a leader by example and a good friend outside work.
LinkedIn User
James is extremely intelligent, honest and accountable, and I would recommend him to anyone.
Arjun Bapat
When you meet James, you realise very quickly you are dealing a sharp mind. He is the kind of person who most things come to naturally, but at the same time is capable of putting in the hard work to develop his skills in areas where he needs to. It wouldn't surprise me if he runs for political office in the distant future. But he's certainly one of the best recruiters going for now.
Ahmad Royani
I have had the benefit of working for many different types of person with various management styles. James’ strength is that he always makes sure that your voice is heard and every bit of your effort is recognized fairly. He is a leader by example and a good friend outside work.
LinkedIn User
James is extremely intelligent, honest and accountable, and I would recommend him to anyone.
Arjun Bapat
When you meet James, you realise very quickly you are dealing a sharp mind. He is the kind of person who most things come to naturally, but at the same time is capable of putting in the hard work to develop his skills in areas where he needs to. It wouldn't surprise me if he runs for political office in the distant future. But he's certainly one of the best recruiters going for now.
Ahmad Royani
I have had the benefit of working for many different types of person with various management styles. James’ strength is that he always makes sure that your voice is heard and every bit of your effort is recognized fairly. He is a leader by example and a good friend outside work.
LinkedIn User
James is extremely intelligent, honest and accountable, and I would recommend him to anyone.
Arjun Bapat
When you meet James, you realise very quickly you are dealing a sharp mind. He is the kind of person who most things come to naturally, but at the same time is capable of putting in the hard work to develop his skills in areas where he needs to. It wouldn't surprise me if he runs for political office in the distant future. But he's certainly one of the best recruiters going for now.
Ahmad Royani
I have had the benefit of working for many different types of person with various management styles. James’ strength is that he always makes sure that your voice is heard and every bit of your effort is recognized fairly. He is a leader by example and a good friend outside work.
LinkedIn User
James is extremely intelligent, honest and accountable, and I would recommend him to anyone.
Experience
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Source Edge KK
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Japan
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Staffing and Recruiting
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1 - 100 Employee
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Consultant, Managing Partner, Business Owner
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Jul 2021 - Present
The Source Edge team aims to cut out the ambiguity in contingent recruitment. While striving to link the best, global talent with some of the most enterprising, exciting businesses in Japan, our consultants and talent sourcing team actively map, search for and connect with talent while providing data-driven insights. We partner with both established and upcoming companies in the Japan market to help them grow and succeed. We are a customer centric business combining decades of recruitment experience with data-first recruitment techniques to drive the best-possible hiring outcomes. Show less
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Uber
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United States
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Internet Marketplace Platforms
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Recruiter at Uber | Japan, South Korea, Hong Kong, Taiwan
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Nov 2020 - Jul 2021
Driving APAC hiring for Uber's growing businesses and brands. Based in Tokyo. Managed mid-career and Leadership roles for Uber Mobility (taxi) and Uber for Business (Enterprise) across North Asia including the initial team for UT - a join venture launch in South Korea between Uber and SK Telecom. Driving APAC hiring for Uber's growing businesses and brands. Based in Tokyo. Managed mid-career and Leadership roles for Uber Mobility (taxi) and Uber for Business (Enterprise) across North Asia including the initial team for UT - a join venture launch in South Korea between Uber and SK Telecom.
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Michael Page
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United Kingdom
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Staffing and Recruiting
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700 & Above Employee
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Manager, Michael Page Digital
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Jul 2018 - Sep 2020
Led the Japan launch of Michael Page Digital bringing together capabilities in Digital Marketing and Ecommerce as well as Development and Data Science under one, digital umbrella.The Japan Digital team recruited for:- Front End, Back End, Full Stack Engineering / Development- Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and NLP- Data Science and Analytics- Digital Marketing- Ecommerce- Social Media Marketing and Communications- Digital Agencies- Tech Startups- Visual Design, UI/UX Show less
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Manager, Marketing
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Apr 2015 - Jun 2018
As Manager of Michael Page's Marketing recruitment team, I was responsible for managing a team of marketing recruitment specialists as well as for recruiting staff to executive positions in functions including:MarketingPR & CommunicationsDigital Marketing / E-CommerceEvents MarketingMarket Research & InsightInternal Communications and CSR
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Team Leader, Sales & Marketing
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Jan 2014 - Mar 2015
As Team Leader of Michael Page Japan's B2B Sales and Marketing function, I handled recruitment across industries including: Automotive; Electronics; Finance; Business and Professional Services; Distribution/Logistics; Manufacturing amongst others.Positions recruited included: Executive (CM/GM/CEO/CMO); Sales; Marketing; PR and Communications; E-Marketing; Account Management / Key Account Management; Market Research / Analysis; Business Development; Management and Business Consulting (S&M related). Show less
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Consultant, Sales and Marketing
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Jan 2013 - Dec 2013
Recruitment consultant for bilingual, S&M professionals in Japan. I successfully recruited junior to exec positions across a diverse range of industries in Japan.
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Consultant, Temp and Contract Division, Financial Services
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May 2011 - Jan 2013
The Tokyo Temp and Contract team provided recruitment consulting and sourcing services for a variety of short-term, ad hoc and project based recruitment needs providing access to highly skilled, professional candidates at short notice.I recruited for Michael Page's Financial Services clients based in Tokyo (ranging from but not limited to securities houses and asset managers to retail banks and insurance companies) offering an efficient service based on a track record of professionalism, successful placements and strong relationships. I focused mainly on roles with banking operations, middle office, finance and accounting and client service. Show less
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Education
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2005 - 2009
Columbia University in the City of New York
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History -
2015 - 2017
The University of Edinburgh
Diploma of Education, Epistemology, Ethics and Mind (Online) -
2003 - 2005
Durham Sixth Form College
A-Level, History, Physics, Mathematics, Classics, General Studies
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