Job-based HR management refers to an employment system that clearly defines the job scope and duties, assigns people to those tasks, and determines compensation and other benefits according to such factors as details of the tasks and status of execution. In July 2022, Hitachi, Ltd. introduced the Job Description (JD), which is the basis of job-based HR management. Hitachi has been applying this widely not only to the management class but also to general employees. This article describes this system and discusses related Hitachi initiatives.
