I got “terminated” even though I was 正社員. My ex coworker who went through the same ordeal said it was illegal and I can go to hello work but they won’t do a thing about it. I could get a lawyer, but it will be a lengthy and costly process. I want to focus on getting a new job.
My issue is I keep being rejected for a various of reasons. And I am struggling. I need help finding a job that won’t ruin my career. I do speak Japanese and have N3. Some recruiters say it’s good others not good enough. It’s so frustrating that my skills and experience aren’t appreciated and they only focus on the negative things.
Every rejection makes me sink down further and I feel I can’t take it anymore. The first time I was looking for a job in Japan, it took me 6 months to get an offer. But I was a student then and I started way before graduation. I don’t think I can go through the same just to start from 0 again.
Anyone else who’s been there, how did you get through? Should I say that I was fired or keep it to myself? The reason was not hitting sales target and I wanted to change anyway.
TLDR: got fired and need help finding a job
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While we don’t know facts of your termination or contract, if you got fired without cause (or even with cause) and/or they did not follow the proper process, you might be able to receive compensation. Depending on facts, this might range from 3 months to 2 years salary. Knowing this, a company would usually entice you to quit with a termination payment in that range. One of the reasons for such large payouts is what you are experiencing now – it can be very hard and life altering trying to get new employment.
It would definitely be worth consulting with a lawyer. Depending on your situation, you should be able to get a short consultation for free.
> My ex coworker who went through the same ordeal said it was illegal and I can go to hello work but they won’t do a thing about it
From what I remember, hello work won`t do anything about it because they’re an organisation dedicated to helping people find jobs. The one you need to go to is the local labour board. Hopefully someone more knowledgeable can elaborate on this.
Don’t take it personally, the info you share on CVs and application forms is cursory at best. I’ve seen my own workplace employ the perfect people over the years, but then other times complete idiots at the expense of real talent.
You need to consult with the labor bureau, not Hello Work. They’ll help you.
As for N3 being enough or not, it depends on what job function you’re in. If it’s IT N3 is better than a lot of people. But even then not all companies are open to non-fluent speakers. Outside of IT, N2 or N1 is required.
Labor board not Hello Work. You need to go Monday (or first day they’re open). They’ll get the dispute process started. Then you can try to negotiate an exit or take it to court where they’ll order you backpaid for the time etc..
Sorry but this is going to be a long painful process you need a lawyer and to hit the labor board asap.
Additionally hit Hello Work, if you were terminated you can quickly qualify for unemployment.
If you were a recruiter and didn’t hit your targets you probably won’t have much recourse in court, but for a definitive answer you can schedule a free consultation with a lawyer.
It isn’t clear in what professional area you are looking. Also, it’s strange that you mention N3: I don’t think I ever saw a workplace which cared about N levels. Either you speak Japanese or you don’t.
Anyway, the normal path is to apply at several recruitment agencies and let them look for you. They’re also kind of robotic and will use negative traits if you tell them the negative traits. Only tell the positive traits of you. Most recruiters don’t really think too much and only care to secure a contract so that they get their fee. Use them wisely. That’s it.
When you got terminated, did you sign any official paper? Does it state 会社都合 or 自己都合 under reason 退職理由? This is important because the former is firing but the latter is you quitting on your own. If you sign something stating you quit on your own, you’re out of luck.
Some company try to force employee to quit on their own to avoid paying severance and all those legal paperwork.
Are you getting unemployment benefits? I don’t think Hello Work is going to help you otherwise.
You’re not a new graduate, I think you should use an employment agency. Like a recruiting agent.
https://www.r-agent.com/entry/tssmp/signup/jobChgWishTime?param=c-common-1030&vos=evnarag7000xac_2399729792_cm_1721857640_gp_68037327792_cr_641631420377_kw_kwd-1259981395331_dv_m_sl__gpvc_GC0003202&gclid=Cj0KCQiAtbqdBhDvARIsAGYnXBNfGIRhZmD6UIppzEN0aPbzqcMyenJkHLELSIljiLdVcQI4_wM71Q4aAq43EALw_wcB
Sounds similar to what happened to me…
In the end I had to get a lawyer and they are handling everything right now.
For job hunting, I can only wish you the best.
For me I decided that I will return home when this nightmare is over
Go to the labour board. Not Hello Work.
>Anyone else who’s been there, how did you get through?
I’ve been job hunting since around April of this year. Applied to 120+ positions only had 3 interviews. The job market is rough here. I especially feel sorry for being job hunting that don’t have spouse visa or PR.
I don’t have any advice, but just know you’re not alone in the struggle.
Sorry to hear that. You can say your company went through restructuring and you were let go in the process. Just hope that they don’t do background or reference checks. Are you trying to go to another sales job, if not, saying the truth won’t hurt since it is not sales.
It always darkest before the dawn!