Apex launched its Young Talent Development Program in April 2021, recognizing that new graduates and second-career professionals needed a different pathway than our mid-career hires. This program combines foundational business training with recruitment-specific skills development. Before stepping into their roles as recruitment consultants, participants master essential professional skills - from business etiquette and keigo (business Japanese) to hands-on sales techniques and industry knowledge.
Recently, we celebrated our first alumni gathering of program graduates. As we enter the program's fourth year with over 20 graduates, we organized this event to strengthen connections within our alumni network. The gathering brought together 43 participants, including graduates, program directors, recruitment consultants, Learning & Development, and IT teams.
The evening began with a speech by Managing Director, Brock Worbets, followed by games and a buffet dinner where participants enjoyed time networking. Everyone wore Apex's signature red (or pink) color, creating a strong sense of unity. The event proved to be a great opportunity to see our graduates' professional growth and team expansion, generating expressions of gratitude from participants.
Voices from Our Graduates
First Cohort Graduate: "When I joined, we were a small team. Seeing how we've grown into such a large organization is moving. The six months I spent in the Young Talent Development Program were key in building my foundation as a recruitment consultant, both in terms of practical knowledge and industry understanding."
Third Cohort Graduate: "It's remarkable to see how much we've grown. The connections formed during the program remain strong, and it feels like coming home. Starting as a new graduate, I learned essential business skills from email writing to professional etiquette, while exposure to various teams helped me understand different industry positions deeply."
Fourth Cohort Graduate: "I'm impressed by how much our training program has expanded. As an alumnus, this motivates me to achieve even better results. After receiving so much support, I'm inspired to become someone who can positively influence others."
Recent Graduate: "The Managing Director's speech reinforced my understanding of the program's founding principles and Apex's commitment to developing new graduates. I'm grateful for the thorough training that gave me confidence to begin my career as a recruitment consultant."
Message from the Young Talent Development Program Manager
"Witnessing our graduates' growth and team expansion has increased our motivation. We're committed to continuously improving our training to deliver an even better program. We're already planning next year's alumni gathering, anticipating an even larger network of graduates connecting and sharing experiences.
Apex continues to prioritize new graduate recruitment, offering comprehensive training that ensures steady growth even for those without prior experience. Several program graduates have already been promoted to Principal Consultant positions, with some achieving promotion within their first year. We welcome applications from individuals who seek structured training for professional growth, want to leverage their English language skills, demonstrate an entrepreneurial spirit, or find joy in achieving goals."
Join us and start your career as a recruitment consultant through Apex's Young Talent Development Program! Applications are welcome through the link below.
