Intermediary system and its program

Abstract

Unlike traditional recruitment platforms that focus on posting job openings and attracting applicants, this platform aims to fundamentally solve companies' recruitment challenges and pursue what talent acquisition should truly be. [Solution] An intermediary system is provided in which a terminal 10 relating to a job seeker, a company server 20 relating to a company that recruits job seekers, and an intermediary server 32 of an intermediary site 30 that mediates between companies and job seekers are connected by a communication network 40. The intermediary server 32 of the intermediary site 30 includes a storage unit 36 ​​that receives and stores video information relating to companies from the company server 20, a video information management unit 34a that transmits video information to the terminal 10 based on access from the terminal 10, an application management unit 34b that accepts applications when an application is received from the terminal 10 after the terminal 10 has viewed the video information, and a scout management unit 34c that executes scouting of job seekers.

Description

Technical Field

[0007]

[0001] The present invention relates to an intermediation system and its program.

Background Art

[0002] Recently, it has become possible to conduct job hunting activities using high - performance mobile terminals (hereinafter referred to as smartphones).

[0003] Patent Document 1 (Japanese Patent Application Laid - Open No. 2004 - 240925) aims to enable job seekers to achieve matching with employing companies while improving their skills and be able to get employed by the desired companies.

[0004] This skill - improvement and matching process performs matching processing between job seekers and employing companies based on the information of job seekers, employing companies, and the intermediation management side. When non - achievement of matching occurs due to skill conditions among the information of job seekers, it attempts to improve the skills of job seekers and achieve matching between the updated information of job seekers after skill improvement and the information of employing companies.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

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Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0006] However, at present, with the main focus on employment that is tailored to job seekers in terms of working styles and conditions, "sympathetic employment" that agrees with the corporate philosophy and the future to be aimed at cannot be realized. Instead, a loop of employment and resignation occurs, being driven by short - term hole - filling employment, and the original proper employment has become difficult.

[0007] Furthermore, mismatches occur due to the lack of information on both companies and job seekers. In addition, early departures lead to an endless loop of hiring and resignation. Companies end up hiring haphazardly. Due to this haphazard hiring strategy, they continue to hire throughout the year, but it is difficult to escape the labor shortage.

[0008] This invention was made in view of the above problems, and unlike conventional recruitment media that aim to post job openings and attract applicants, it pursues what talent acquisition should ideally be like, by fundamentally solving the recruitment challenges faced by companies. Furthermore, it works alongside companies and job seekers even after they join the company, clarifying recruitment strategies and methods that are suitable for the company, and supporting the recruitment of promising talent in line with the recruitment plan.

[0009] To achieve these objectives, shifting from traditional job postings to video-based recruitment methods deepens mutual understanding before applications are submitted, preventing wasted communication and interviews and realizing empathetic recruitment. Furthermore, the HR think tank's unique scheme enables the collection of genuine opinions from job seekers. By providing comprehensive post-recruitment follow-up, which is unusual for a recruitment platform, companies can accurately identify their strengths and weaknesses and develop appropriate improvement measures. The industry's first subscription plan minimizes recruitment costs. [Means for solving the problem]

[0010] The present invention has been made in view of the above-mentioned problems, and the invention according to claim 1 is an intermediary system in which a terminal relating to a job seeker, a company server relating to a company that recruits the job seeker, and an intermediary server of an intermediary site that mediates between the company and the job seeker are connected by a communication network, wherein the intermediary server of the intermediary site comprises a storage unit that receives and stores video information relating to the company from the company server, a video information management unit that transmits the video information to the terminal based on access from the terminal, an application management unit that accepts the application when an application is received from the terminal after the terminal has viewed the video information, and a scout management unit that executes scouting of the job seeker.

[0011] The invention according to claim 2 is such that the video information management unit receives the self-introduction video information of the job applicant.

[0012] The invention according to claim 3 includes, in which the scout management department conducts regular scouting for all job seekers, special scouting for job seekers who have completed registration and submitting their resumes, and direct scouting for job seekers who have completed registration, submitting their resumes, and uploading self-promotion videos.

[0013] The invention according to claim 4 is such that the company server requests the intermediary server to conduct a questionnaire survey, and the intermediary server conducts the questionnaire survey for the job seeker related to the terminal.

[0014] The invention according to claim 5 includes, as described above, a regular application submitted after viewing the video information, a targeted application submitted after viewing the video information and uploading a self-promotion video, and a recommended application submitted with the premise of employment.

[0015] The invention according to claim 6 is such that when the job seeker utilizes the intermediary server, the intermediary server awards points to the job seeker.

[0016] The invention according to claim 7 is such that message exchange between the enterprise server and the terminal is performed via the message tool of the intermediary server.

[0017] The invention according to claim 8 is an intermediary program that connects a terminal relating to a job seeker, a company server relating to a company that recruits the job seeker, and an intermediary server of an intermediary site that mediates between the company and the job seeker via a communication network, wherein the computer functions as the intermediary server of the intermediary site, a storage unit that receives and stores video information relating to the company from the company server, a video information management unit that transmits the video information to the terminal based on access from the terminal, an application management unit that accepts the application when an application is received from the terminal after the terminal has viewed the video information, and a scout management unit that executes scouting of the job seeker. [Effects of the Invention]

[0018] According to the present invention as described above, for introducing corporate content and the like by video, the amount of information increases dramatically, and information for securing personnel suitable for the company's preferences is presented to job seekers, so that negotiation with suitable personnel for securing can be shifted based on the response results to this information, and a service can be provided.

Brief Description of the Drawings

[0019] The drawings show specific embodiments of the present invention according to the present disclosure, including not only essential components of the invention but also optional and preferred embodiments. [Figure 1] It is a schematic configuration diagram of the mediation system of this embodiment. [Figure 2] It is a configuration diagram showing the hardware configuration of the mediation system of this embodiment. [Figure 3] It is an explanatory diagram for explaining the configuration of the terminal application. [Figure 4] It is an explanatory diagram for explaining the configuration of the enterprise server control unit. [Figure 5] It is an explanatory diagram for explaining the configuration of the mediation server control unit. [Figure 6] It is a sequence diagram (1) for explaining the operation of the mediation system. [Figure 7] It is a sequence diagram (2) for explaining the operation of the mediation system.

Modes for Carrying Out the Invention

[0020] Hereinafter, this embodiment will be described with reference to the drawings.

[0021] The embodiments shown below illustrate devices and methods for realizing the technical idea of ​​the invention, and the technical idea of ​​the present invention is not limited to those described below. The technical idea of ​​the present invention can be modified in various ways within the scope of the claims. In particular, it should be noted that the drawings are schematic and may differ from reality. Parts of the already known technology are omitted from the explanation.

[0022] As shown in Figure 1, the intermediary system 1 of this embodiment is a system that connects a terminal (consisting of a smartphone or a computer such as a personal computer) 10 of a job seeker (e.g., a job changer), a corporate server 20 (consisting of a computer) of a company, and an intermediary server 32 (consisting of a computer) of an intermediary site 30 via a communication network (such as the Internet) 40. The terminal (consisting of a smartphone or a computer such as a personal computer) 10 has an application 12 installed. The corporate server 20 is equipped with a corporate server control unit 22. In addition to the intermediary server 32, the intermediary site 30 is equipped with a large-capacity storage unit 36. Furthermore, the intermediary server 32 is equipped with an intermediary server control unit 34.

[0023] Refer to Figure 2. This shows the hardware configuration of the intermediary server 32. The intermediary server 32 is a computer and consists of RAM (Random access memory) 32d, ROM (Read Only Memory) 32e, CPU (Central Processing Unit) 32a, intermediary server control unit 34, display unit 32c, input unit 32b, storage unit 36, etc., and is operated by a software program.

[0024] Refer to Figure 3. This shows the configuration of application 12 on terminal 10. Application 12 includes a company search unit 12a for job seekers to search for companies, a video viewing unit 12b for job seekers to view videos created by companies, a video posting unit 12c for posting self-introduction videos, an application unit 12d for applying to companies, and a response unit 12e for answering questionnaires from companies. The specific functions are described in detail below.

[0025] The job search method in the company search section 12a offers two main options: firstly, a search that narrows down companies based on desired conditions, and secondly, a company search that involves viewing video content.

[0026] The details of the company search that allows users to view video content via the company search unit 12a are similar to the configuration of TikTok (registered trademark) having a built-in function. In other words, instead of simply searching for companies based on desired conditions, users can swipe through short videos posted by companies to obtain various information in advance, allowing them to learn more about company details, business activities, colleagues, and corporate culture, and choose a company that resonates with them. After searching, job seekers view videos created by companies via the video viewing unit 12b.

[0027] There are three types of recruitment offers from companies. The requirements for job seekers to receive a recruitment offer are listed below. Regular recruitment offers are available to all job seekers. Special recruitment offers are available to job seekers who have completed the registration information and resume requirements. Direct recruitment offers are available to job seekers who have completed the registration information, resume requirements, and uploaded a self-introduction video. The upload of the self-introduction video is handled by the video posting unit 12c. Recruitment offers are received by the app 12 on terminal 10.

[0028] Application section 12d restricts applicants to viewing specific video content from the company before they can apply. This is to improve quality by ensuring that only those who have already understood and resonated with the company's overview, business activities, and representatives are eligible to apply.

[0029] The content created by the companies that can be viewed in video viewing section 12b consists of three parts, and all companies will have the same content on the same theme. The first is an overview of the company and its business. The second is an introduction to the CEO and the future the company aims for. The third is an interview with an employee who actually works there (company culture, daily schedule, sense of fulfillment, etc.).

[0030] There are three ways for the application department 12d to apply to companies they like. The first is the standard application. The application requirement is that applicants must watch the company's video content, which is mandatory to view.

[0031] The second pattern is targeted application. A requirement for application is that applicants must have viewed the company's mandatory video content. Additionally, the applicant must upload a self-promotion video to the job placement site 30. Furthermore, if an applicant uses targeted application, their application process with other companies is temporarily stopped, and they are unable to apply to any new companies. This is to demonstrate a high level of enthusiasm and interest in the company they targeted. Once the selection decision (hired or rejected) is made by the targeted company, applications to other companies are reopened.

[0032] The third pattern is application by recommendation. This is for those who are determined to get a job offer from that company no matter what. The platform (intermediary site 30) provides support for the selection process for job seekers who were rejected but still really want to work for that company.

[0033] The recruitment process is as follows: A recommendation request is received from the job seeker's app 12. The intermediary site 30 operated by the management company and the job seeker's app 12 conduct an online interview, allowing the management company to propose the job seeker's strengths and characteristics to the company. Once acceptance is received, a communication is set up for the company and the job seeker to conduct an interview. Interview results and other information are reported from the company's company server control unit 22 to the management company's intermediary server control unit 34, which then acts like an agent, providing support and guiding the process until a job offer is made.

[0034] Similar to the game app, the job seeker app 12 awards points for using the intermediary site 30. These points can be exchanged for official merchandise from the intermediary site 30.

[0035] Furthermore, surveys can be conducted. Specifically, the service registration / download process is initiated from the operator's intermediary site 30 to the job seeker's app 12, and surveys are conducted at various stages, such as during the job search, after receiving a job offer, and after joining the company.

[0036] The following are possible survey methods. The survey format should be carefully considered and decided based on the information to be collected. 1. Questionnaire survey. 2. Interview survey. 3. Monitor survey. 4. Panel survey. A gift will be given to job seekers who complete the survey. The value of the gift will vary depending on the content of the survey.

[0037] All communication, including interactions with the enterprise server control unit 22 and inquiries to the intermediary server control unit 34, is completed using the messaging function built into the intermediary server control unit 34. Therefore, there is no need to send notifications, confirmations, or replies via email or other means.

[0038] Since the company's corporate server control unit 22 verifies the resume stored within the intermediary site 30, there is no need to create and print a separate resume for each company during the interview process.

[0039] Refer to Figure 4. This shows the configuration of the corporate server control unit 22 of the corporate server 20. The corporate server control unit 22 includes a video posting unit 22a that posts videos of the company's content to the intermediary site 30, a scouting unit 22b that sends scouting offers to job seekers, a survey request unit 22c that requests surveys, and a progress management unit 22d that manages the progress of the recruitment status.

[0040] Companies can implement Intermediary System 1 in all of the following plans. First, the initial implementation fee is a flat rate of 150,000 yen (excluding tax). Second, the monthly fixed fee varies depending on the plan. Third, the recruitment fee varies depending on the plan. In other words, the details of each plan are as follows. Payment is as follows: Initial implementation fee: billed at the end of the month of implementation and payable at the end of the following month. Monthly fixed fee: billed at the end of the month and payable at the end of the following month. Recruitment fee: calculated from the start date stated in the offer letter / notice of employment, billed at the end of the month and payable at the end of the following month.

[0041] Under the "Subscription Plan," the contract period is renewed on a monthly basis. The monthly fee is 50,000 yen (excluding tax). The recruitment fee is 18% of the expected annual salary. As a note, for this plan, the recruitment fee will be paid in six installments. Therefore, when making sales pitches, please state that it is "3% of the expected annual salary per month." In the unlikely event that an employee leaves the company after three months, the recruitment fee will only be paid up to the third month, and no fee will be paid from the fourth month onward.

[0042] The "Basic Plan" has a contract period that is renewed every three months. The monthly fee is 100,000 yen (excluding tax). The recruitment bonus is 15% of the expected annual salary.

[0043] The "Premium Plan" is renewed every six months. The monthly fee is 30,000 yen (excluding tax). The recruitment bonus is 25% of the expected annual salary. All plans are automatically renewed. To terminate the contract, applications must be submitted by the 20th of the month; applications submitted after the 20th will result in termination two months later.

[0044] Regarding the scouting unit 22b, there are three types of scouts that can be sent from the company server 20 to the job seeker's terminal 10. The first is a regular scout, which can be sent to the terminal 10 of a job seeker of interest. The second is a special scout, which can be sent to the terminal 10 of a job seeker with high potential. It is possible to send a special offer that is separate from the recruitment conditions posted in the job advertisement. For example, the posted monthly salary is 250,000 yen, but a special offer of 300,000 yen per month can be sent.

[0045] The third method is direct scouting, where a company sends a pre-offer notification to 10 job seekers they are determined to hire, eliminating the interview process. This allows for negotiations to be arranged in a way that suits both the company and the job seeker's preferences. For example, an in-person meeting (arranging a meal).

[0046] The survey request department 22c can send survey requests to the intermediary site 30 operated by the company to identify its own challenges. The survey method and number of responses will be determined by what needs to be revealed and how much data needs to be collected.

[0047] As an example of a survey, all surveys are conducted by the operating intermediary site 30. For example, if applications are not coming in, a survey is sent to registered users' (job seekers') devices 10 to ask about the reasons why they are not applying and what is lacking. A survey is also sent to registered users' (job seekers') devices 10 to gather information on what kind of information they are looking for in video content when searching for jobs.

[0048] We will conduct interview surveys to gather candid feedback and opinions from those who conducted the interviews. We will also conduct a monitor survey of those who received job offers to collect information on any discrepancies or honest opinions after joining the company. The purpose is to investigate whether the company's challenges lie in its recruitment process or its post-hire training and education system.

[0049] All communication, including interactions with job seekers and inquiries to the platform operators, is handled through the messaging function integrated into the intermediary site 30. Therefore, there is no need to send notifications or replies via email.

[0050] The Progress Management Unit 22d provides a function that allows for the complete management of the progress of job applicants during the selection process within the service. Therefore, who made what decision, when, and notes (points to confirm in the next interview, issues, etc.) can all be recorded within the service. This reduces the effort required for companies to create separate spreadsheets for progress management and simplifies sharing information with employees involved in recruitment. Furthermore, company representatives can freely add and delete login passwords for internal members.

[0051] Refer to Figure 5. This shows the configuration of the intermediary server control unit 34 of the intermediary server 32. The intermediary server control unit 34 includes a video information management unit 34a that receives and stores in a storage unit 36 ​​videos such as company introductions created and sent by companies and self-introduction videos from job seekers, and manages them; an application management unit 34b that manages applications to companies sent from job seekers' apps 12; a scout management unit 34c that manages scouts made by companies to job seekers; and a survey management unit 34d that manages surveys conducted by companies to job seekers at their discretion.

[0052] Figures 6 and 7 are schematic sequence diagrams of the processing in this embodiment.

[0053] As shown in Figure 6, the corporate server control unit 22 of the corporate server 20 registers the job seeker's telephone number, email address, address, name, etc. in the storage unit 36 ​​of the intermediary site 30 (d2, d4). Furthermore, the application 12 of the terminal 10 registers the company's telephone number, email address, address, name, etc. in the storage unit 36 ​​of the intermediary site 30 (d6, d8).

[0054] Subsequently, the video information introducing the company, created by the company server control unit 22, is transmitted to the intermediary site 30 and stored in the memory unit 36 ​​(d10, d12). This makes the video information available for video distribution, and job seekers can search for and view it using the application 12 on the terminal 10 (d14, d16).

[0055] An application is sent from the application 12 on terminal 10 to the intermediary server 32 of the intermediary site 30 and stored in the memory unit 36 ​​(d18, d20).

[0056] Next, the application is sent from the intermediary site 30 to the company server 20 and stored (d22, d24).

[0057] Company representatives review the application details and send out recruitment offers (d26, d28). The recruitment offers are first sent to the intermediary site 30, and then sent to the app 12 on the terminal 10 (d30). If the job seeker's intentions and the company's intentions match, an employment contract is concluded.

[0058] Refer to Figure 7. The company's enterprise server control unit 22 can request the intermediary server control unit 34 to conduct the survey and send it (d32).

[0059] Upon receiving the survey request, the intermediary server control unit 34 sends the survey request to the application 12 on terminal 10 (d34, d36).

[0060] The response unit 12e of the application 12 on terminal 10 sends the job seeker's response entered in the response input field to the intermediary site 30 and stores it in the intermediary site 30's storage unit 36 ​​(d38, d40, d42). Then it sends the response to the company server 20 (d44).

[0061] Meanwhile, the intermediary site 30 can send points to the job seeker's terminal 10 (d46, d48).

[0062] Furthermore, the progress management unit 22d of the enterprise server 20 manages the progress (d50) and sends it to the intermediary site 30 and the application 12 on the terminal 10 (d52, d54).

[0063] Although embodiments have been described in detail above, the invention is not limited to any particular embodiment, and various modifications and changes are possible within the scope described in the claims. Furthermore, it is possible to combine all or more of the components of the embodiments described above. [Industrial applicability]

[0064] The intermediary system 1 of the present invention can be used for an individual's job search. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0065] 1. Intermediary System 10 devices 12 apps 20 Enterprise Servers 22 Enterprise Server Control Unit 30 intermediary sites 32 Intermediary Servers 34. Intermediary Server Control Unit 36 Memory section 40 Communication Networks

Claims

1. An intermediary system that connects a terminal related to a job seeker, a company server related to a company that recruits the job seeker, and an intermediary server of an intermediary site that mediates between the company and the job seeker via a communication network, The intermediary server of the aforementioned intermediary site is A storage unit that receives and stores video information related to the company from the company's server, A video information management unit transmits the video information to the terminal based on access from the terminal, After viewing the video information on the terminal, if an application is received from the terminal, the application management department that accepts the application, A brokerage system comprising a scouting management department that carries out scouting of the aforementioned job seekers.

2. The mediation system according to claim 1, wherein the video information management unit receives self-introduction video information from the job seeker.

3. The intermediary system according to claim 1, wherein the scout management department includes regular scouting conducted for all job seekers, special scouting conducted for job seekers who have completed registration and submitting their resumes, and direct scouting conducted for job seekers who have completed registration, submitting their resumes, and uploading self-promotion videos.

4. The intermediary system according to claim 1, wherein the company server requests the intermediary server to conduct a questionnaire survey, and the intermediary server conducts the questionnaire survey for the job seeker related to the terminal.

5. The intermediary system according to claim 1, wherein the application includes a regular application made after viewing the video information, a targeted application made after viewing the video information and uploading a self-promotion video, and a recommendation application made with the intention of being hired.

6. The intermediary system according to claim 1, wherein the intermediary server awards points to the job seeker when the job seeker utilizes the intermediary server.

7. The intermediary system according to claim 1, wherein message exchange between the enterprise server and the terminal is performed via the message tool of the intermediary server.

8. An intermediary program that connects a terminal related to a job seeker, a company server related to a company that recruits the job seeker, and an intermediary server of an intermediary site that mediates between the company and the job seeker via a communication network, Computers, The intermediary server of the aforementioned intermediary site, A storage unit that receives and stores video information related to the company from the company's server, A video information management unit transmits the video information to the terminal based on access from the terminal, After viewing the video information on the terminal, if an application is received from the terminal, the application management department that accepts the application, An intermediary program that functions as a scouting management department to recruit the aforementioned job seekers.

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