Murata Hiromi

Senior chief researcher and manager of the Global Research Centre at the Recruit Works Institute. Joined Recruit Holdings Co., Ltd. in 1983, serving in various posts, including planner and researcher at the HRD Institute. Established the RWI in 1999. Specializes in the external labor market and atypical work, focusing on personnel business, HR technologies, independent contractors, and flexible working arrangements. Serves on Ministry of Labor, Health, and Welfare committees that examine alternative ways of working.