Career Development Services

Integrated Recruitment Agency & Career Coaching Services

Just as Y Combinator propels startups to new heights, Global Career Incubator (GCI) remains a dedicated partner accelerating the careers of motivated individuals. Our approach is not just about brokering job opportunities; we invest in and nurture high-potential professionals, aiming for mutual success—that’s the GCI way.

“Your Global Career, Incubated”

As your “career-focused Y Combinator,” we incubate your career potential. Professionals with over 10 years of experience in foreign-affiliated roles—former HR directors, GAFAM alumni, and more—offer personalized support for mid- to high-level career strategists.

3 reasons to choose GCI
Reason01

We look beyond the job change to career leaps

As the “career-focused Y Combinator,” GCI’s integrated programs do more than ensure a successful job switch. We also anticipate post-hire advancements like promotions and leadership development, as well as continued career growth even without changing employers.

We offer one-stop services—from career coaching and English interview prep to practical business skills training—designed to fully cultivate your potential so you can perform at a high level at any career stage.

Reason02

A team of bilingual career experts committed to you

Professionals with over a decade of experience in global careers—GAFAM alumni, former HR directors, AI consultants—are dedicated to your career goals. Deeply familiar with corporate cultures and management perspectives, we leverage our network of overseas firms to share real-time insights.

With the “career-focused Y Combinator” advantage, we’ll help you uncover the best growth opportunities and accelerate your entire career.

Reason03

True career advancement comes from strategy plus coaching

We provide one-stop executive coaching solutions for business English, global workplace presence, and more. Unlike standard language courses or test-based study, this program develops practical communication and leadership skills you can apply immediately on the job.

As a result, you’ll become a genuine, ready-to-contribute professional—confident to tackle new challenges both after a job change and within your current role.

Our Services

Career Transition Services

We introduce select positions at leading multinational and globally expanding Japanese companies.

For aspiring executives and global, bilingual professionals, we provide a high-precision matching service that aligns your unique strengths with forward-thinking organizations on a growth trajectory—ensuring you find the ideal environment to thrive and advance your career.

Career Accelerator Programs
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GCAP (Global Career Accelerator Program) PIVOT is an intensive, end-to-end program for those aiming to join or transition within global organizations.

We combine targeted job introductions with a suite of coaching services (career strategy, interview preparation, English proficiency, etc.) to ensure your successful move into the multinational arena. Our specialized tracks for Amazon, Google, and other top-tier tech firms—led by former GAFAM professionals—are especially popular.

Career Accelerator Programs
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GCAP ELEVATE is a coaching program designed to solve workplace challenges and facilitate career growth without changing employers.

Whether your goal is internal promotion, professional certification, or focused skill development, we partner with you to identify the self-awareness, goals, and aspirations necessary for meaningful behavioral change. By addressing specific challenges in your work or personal life, we enable you to continue advancing and thriving right where you are.

Not Sure Whether to Stay or Move On?

GCI’s career coaching services can assist regardless of whether you’re planning to change jobs.
We’ll help clarify your strengths and aspirations, then co-develop an optimal career plan to eliminate any uncertainty about the future.

Career Challenge01
Unsure how to craft a good résumé or prepare for interviews. GCI’s Solution

GCI’s Solutions

Our GCAP PIVOT program offers comprehensive support, from refining your documents to interview preparation. In addition to job referrals from our recruitment agents, we supplement the necessary skill set through English coaching—standing by you until you secure an offer.

Career Challenge02
Interested in joining Amazon but worried about its unique interview style.

GCI’s Solutions

With GCAP AMAZON, you’ll receive practical guidance from a specialized coach who’s intimately familiar with Amazon’s hiring process. We’ll help you prepare answers aligned with Amazon’s Leadership Principles, practice the STAR method, and boost your confidence for the real interviews.

Career Challenge03
Secured an offer at a multinational, but worried about performing well in a new environment.

GCI’s Solutions

Our services include comprehensive onboarding support even after you receive the offer. Seasoned coaches will advise you on the business mindset and communication skills expected at foreign-affiliated companies. We’ll ensure you’re fully prepared to deliver peak performance from day one.

Career Challenge04
Not looking to switch jobs but aiming for promotion or skill-building at your current workplace.

GCI’s Solutions

With GCAP, we offer coaching that holistically enhances leadership, strategic thinking, and English presentation capabilities. This approach accelerates your career without requiring a job change—equipping you with the practical skills and mindset to succeed in your present role and gear up for potential promotions or international assignments.

Career Challenge05
Eager to work in a global setting but concerned about cultural differences and communication barriers.

GCI’s Solutions

GCI provides customized business English coaching programs starting at ¥33,000 per month, which is the lowest price level in the industry.

Career Challenge06
Other agencies don’t offer interview coaching—can GCI help?

GCI’s Solutions

Yes. Even if you’ve applied to a position through another agency, GCI can provide realistic interview simulations and tailored industry insights, so you’ll feel fully prepared. Our unique coaching helps strengthen both your professional demeanor and presentation skills—ensuring you showcase your strengths to the fullest.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are your recruitment services free?

Job referrals through our career transition service are entirely free of charge, while the Career Accelerator Program incurs a fee. We do offer a free initial assessment, so please visit our services page for further details.

Consultants

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Yusuke GENMA
Principal Consultant

Leveraging his bilingual skills gained through academic and Entrepreneurial experience in the United States, Yusuke has served as a manager at both global and Japanese recruitment firms specializing in global executive talents. With over 10 years of experience in the HR and recruitment industry, he has been involved in the recruitment of over 300 companies and have conducted career consulting for over 3,000 individuals.

Yusuke has provided career consulting tailored to candidates for specialized positions, and has been committed to recruitment consulting that ranges from formulating recruitment strategies to building operations with company executives.

Client Testimonials
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Genma san is very professional and supportive to the prospective candidates. He always gives valuable recommendation and advice to help you advance your career path and reach your career goal successfully. Genma is not only a professional recruiter, but also a good friend to talk with. He will definitely help you understand more about your potential and find out the best opportunity to pursue. I would more than happy to recommend Genma san to any prospective candidate who is seeking for the next challenge in his/her career journey.

Controlling & Risk Manager at Global financial company

If you are considering stepping up your career, Genma-san is the one to reach out to! Genma-san advised and guided me from the early stages on considering a switch of careers until successfully landing a position at one of Japan’s most prestigious financial institutions. Above all, I was impressed with Genma-san’s profound expertise on the job market, comprehensive ability to guide applicants through the whole job-seeking process and strong communication and coordination skills. He was always reachable and the valuable mentorship I received from him helped boost my confidence and understanding on my career goals. Anyone considering stepping up their career would be lucky to have Genma-san as their mentor!

Investment Banking Associate at Securities firm

I highly recommend Genma-san especially if you are mid-career & still unsure of your next career move and want to narrow down your options. He provides objective advice on how you can be more successful in your field and really sees your value. He gives practical tips too he sat down with me for practice sessions before EACH interview I had with potential employers, which turned out to be extremely useful as I was able to receive an offer relatively quickly.

Head, Finance Performance at Global Healthcare company

Genma-san is the excellent recruitment agent, and supported my carrier up with care. He referred me to ideal job opportunities. Also his valuable advice, concrete suggestions, and appropriate feedback were very useful for changing job. If you wish good advice, you should consult with Genma-san. He must give you a sincere response.

AVP, at European Asset Management firm

Need someone’s advice on your career? I recommend you reach out to Yusuke. He is a good listener and a passionate career advisor with rich experience in Digital and IT market. I’m so glad that I met him and worked with him when I felt anxiety about my career.

Manager, Digital Service at Global Chemical company


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Anna WADA
Brand Ambassador

After graduation experienced international sales then started a career in recruitment agency specializing in foreign companies as a Senior Advisor. Built over 2,500 relations with candidates providing tailored career advice.

With experience of managing a YouTube channel in the past developed branding and marketing skills through web media. Bilingual proficiency in Japanese and English.

Message to Ambitious Professionals

Global Career Incubator
Co-founders

Shinichi IKAWA

Yusuke GENMA

Message

Do you aspire to reach higher, aiming for a global career, yet feel unsure about your next step? At Global Career Incubator (GCI), we’re not simply a job placement agency—we’re a “career accelerator,” committed to helping ambitious professionals like you realize their full potential at a global scale.

Our unique strength is that we don’t merely connect you with new opportunities—we invest in your long-term success. Through our Global Career Accelerator Program (GCAP), we equip you with advanced skills, global mindset, and leadership capabilities. Our comprehensive approach includes tailored career consulting, strategic skill-building, and intensive support designed to transform your career and elevate your market value.

Additionally, through our unique GTRAX consulting services to global companies, we deeply understand both candidate and employer perspectives. This enables us to ensure not only optimal career moves but also successful onboarding and sustained success within your new organization.

We see career advancement not as an end goal, but as the beginning of a transformative journey. Think of us as your personal “career-focused Y Combinator”—guiding and accelerating your professional and personal growth on an international scale.

If you’re ready to step up and take your career global, don’t hesitate—contact us today.
Your next career breakthrough starts now. Let’s build your global future together.

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