About Makana Partners
Transforming Executive Search in Japan
In the competitive landscape of 21st-century recruitment, finding and securing top bilingual professionals in Japan is a daunting task. Traditional methods often leave clients feeling neglected, bombarded with irrelevant CVs, and frustrated by a lack of feedback. At Makana Partners, we’ve reimagined the executive search process to be swift, efficient, and high-quality.
Who Are We?
Makana Partners is a boutique executive search and talent advisory firm specializing in leadership placements across Japan and Asia. We help high-growth companies find transformative talent, and guide ambitious professionals toward roles that align with their vision and values. With deep market insight and a personalized approach, we connect people to possibilities that drive lasting impact.
Our Services
Executive Search in Japan: Specializing in mid-senior level roles, we offer both contingent and retained search services. Our strategic approach, combined with extensive market intelligence and advanced technology, ensures we find the perfect match for your organization’s needs. We bring unique opportunities to Japan.
Career Guidance for Talent: We understand the significance of your career decisions. Our advisory services span across various industries, helping you make well-informed choices for both short- and long-term career goals, considering your passions and life aspirations.
Why Choose
Makana Partners?
Expert Consultants: Our team boasts an average of 15 years of experience in various niche markets, successfully closing some of the most challenging searches, even those open for over a year.
Unparalleled reach: We are a boutique search firm with extensive networks, robust research capabilities, and minimal off-limit clients.
Unwavering Commitment to Quality: We deliver lightning-fast searches without compromising on the quality of candidates.
Our Core Values
At Makana Partners, we believe that talent and opportunity are universal gifts.
Our mission is to connect these gifts through exceptional service built on trust and integrity.
We prioritize long-term relationships and aim to add value at every step of the recruitment journey.
Global Reach with Local Expertise
Since 2022, Makana Partners has proudly partnered with Horton International, a top 40 global executive search firm. This partnership enhances our capabilities, allowing us to connect outstanding talent with remarkable opportunities worldwide.
Experience the Gift of Opportunity
Join Makana Partners and discover how we can transform your executive search experience. Let’s connect talent and opportunity to shape a successful future together.
Contact Us
Ocean Gate Minatomirai 8F, 3-7-1 Minatomirai,Nishi-ku,Yokohama-shi, Kanagawa, Japan 220-0012