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DEIB Initiatives

SmartHR’s Perspective on DEIB

DEIB at SmartHR: From DEI to DEIB

At SmartHR, we aim to achieve Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging as defined in the following diagram. What started as a DEI-focused initiative has since grown into a Belonging-centric approach, based on a simple idea: the best kind of workplace is one where everyone feels respected, valued, and like they truly belong.

That is why we are committed to building a workplace where Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion intersect around a shared foundation of Belonging, ensuring that everyone has equal access to opportunities and feels empowered to pursue challenges as their authentic selves.

A Venn diagram with Belonging at its center and the three circles of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion overlapping around it.

DEIB Initiatives

DEIB at SmartHR: By the Numbers

  • Women employees

    39.0%(*1)

  • Women in management

    22.3%(*2)

  • Fathers taking parental leave

    101.6%(*3)

  • Perceived fair treatment regardless of sexual orientation

    96%(*4)

  • Employees with disabilities

    2.6%(*5)

  • Perceived mutual understanding and acceptance in the workplace

    89%(*6)

  1. *1 As of December 31, 2025; includes full-time, contract, and part-time employees.
  2. *2 As of December 31, 2025; management here refers to “Manager” and “Director” positions.
  3. *3 FY2025; includes Short-term Parental Leave for Childcare Purposes.
  4. *4 Percentage of employees who responded “Yes” to a survey question on fair treatment regardless of sexual orientation, as of June 2025.
  5. *5 As of June 1, 2025.
  6. *6 Percentage of employees who responded “Yes” to a survey question on mutual understanding and acceptance in the workplace, from the January 2026 Engagement Survey.

Our Programs and Policies

At SmartHR, we have built a range of programs that make it easier for everyone to choose how they can contribute. Our goal is to support a flexible, inclusive environment where each person can thrive in their own way.

Flextime

Work anytime between 5AM and 10PM, no core hours

Remote Work

Everyone can work remotely
Employees in product-side roles are free to work fully remote

Birth Preparation Leave

Expecting mothers and fathers can take 5 days of paid leave to get ready for the birth of their child

Wellness Leave

Time off is available for anyone (regardless of gender) dealing with symptoms related to menstruation, PMS, or menopause that make it difficult to work

Subsidies for Babysitting

We offer babysitter discount tickets: up to two per eligible child per session, with a monthly cap of 24 per family (maxJPY 4,400 per use)

Support for Diverse Families

Employees in common-law marriages (including same-sex couples) and their children have access to the same systems and benefits as legally married families

DEIB in Action

We run a wide range of initiatives to make sure everyone at SmartHRfeels respected and has the chance to grow.

Work-Life Balance

  1. 1.Support for employees returning from parental leave
  2. 2.Other flexible programs

Supporting Women at Work

  1. 1.One-on-one training
  2. 2.Hiring initiatives
  3. 3.Tracking KPIs for representation

Supporting Employees with Disabilities

  1. 1.Step-by-step support programs
  2. 2.Hiring initiatives
  3. 3.Other programs

Supporting LGBTQ Members

  1. 1.Dedicated support programs
  2. 2.Access to a consultation desk
  3. 3.Participation in Tokyo Pride

Creating an Inclusive Culture

  1. 1.Voices and stories from employees with
    disabilitiesOpens external site in a new window or tab.
  2. 2.Sharing DEIB-related information
  3. 3.DEIB study groups and training sessions
  4. 4.Workshops and networking

Tracking Our Progress

At SmartHR, we set clear KPIs to ensure a broad range of perspectives is reflected in the decisions we make.

We believe that achieving true DEIB means that a diverse range of voices must be included in the decision-making process.
As a first step, we are focusing on increasing the number of women in management . By including more women in leadership roles, we aim to build a workplace where different ideas and experiences are not only welcomed but drive us forward.

2027 Goal for Supporting Women’s Advancement in the Workplace

Women in management

29%(*)

This KPI was finalized with the full support of our leadership team, and we are taking concrete steps to make it happen.Over the long term, we’re working towards gender parity at every level of the organization, and this 2027 target serves as a big milestone on that path.

* Targeted share as of end-December 2027

External Recognition

We are proud to be recognized by outside organizations for creating a workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive.

SmartHR Ranked No.3 on the 2026 Best Workplaces for Women in Japan List

SmartHR, Inc. has been ranked No. 3 in the Large Company category of the 2026 Best Workplaces for Women in Japan, a ranking compiled by Great Place to Work® Institute Japan (GPTW).

The ranking recognizes GPTW-certified (*1) companies in Japan that demonstrate particularly high levels of workplace satisfaction among women.

Selection is based on two factors: survey results from women employees and basic company data, including the share of women employees.

This recognition follows SmartHR’s inclusion in the 2026 Best Workplaces in Japan Top 100.

*1 SmartHR, Inc. – Certified Great Place to Work Profile Page Opens external site in a new window or tab.

*2 2026 Top 100 Best Workplaces™ in Japan Opens external site in a new window or tab.

* See also: Where We Stand on "Well-Working" – Reflecting on Our GPTW Certification and Rankings Opens external site in a new window or tab.

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