Hyakujushi Bank (headquartered in Takamatsu) established a basic policy for preventing harassment in recruitment activities following the enforcement of the revised Equal Employment Opportunity Act. The policy covers thorough communication, rules for interviews and contact, prompt response, the establishment of a consultation desk, and personal information protection, with the aim of ensuring fair and equitable recruitment.
Hyakujushi Bank formulated a basic policy for preventing harassment in recruitment activities in response to the revised Equal Employment Opportunity Act, which took effect on 1 October 2026.
The basic policy includes thorough communication to officers and employees, rules concerning interviews and contact with job applicants, prompt and appropriate responses when harassment occurs, the establishment of a consultation desk, and protection of the privacy and confidentiality of those seeking advice.
Based on the policy, the bank said it will provide information and training to officers and employees involved in recruitment activities and work to conduct fair and equitable recruitment activities that respect the character and human rights of students and job applicants.
The article focuses on the establishment of the basic policy for preventing harassment in recruitment activities. Further reporting is awaited on its specific implementation and future progress.