Kostas Panozachou

Kostas is a seasoned recruitment professional with a background in Civil Engineering. Despite initially pursuing an engineering career after his Master's from Waseda University, he transitioned into recruitment, starting with Michael Page in 2017 and moving to Randstad Japan in 2022, where he quickly ascended to a Team Manager role. His engineering mindset is applied to problem-solving in recruitment, bridging the gap between candidates' technical skills and clients' requirements. co+1

Fluent in four languages (English, Greek, Japanese, and Korean), Kostas demonstrates strong communication and adaptability skills, which he leverages in his 360-degree recruitment role. He excels at understanding diverse personalities and communication styles, crucial for connecting with both clients and candidates in the IT contracting and financial services sectors. co+1

With a strong focus on work-life balance, Kostas prioritizes family time, especially with his young daughter. He values the flexibility offered by Randstad, which allows him to balance his demanding career with his family commitments, including taking his daughter to Greece annually to connect with her heritage. This structured approach to life helps him maintain resilience in a challenging recruitment environment. co

Kostas is driven by a deep sense of purpose, finding reward in solving complex problems for clients and helping candidates achieve their full potential. His work ethic, summarized as honesty, accuracy, and efficiency, guides his interactions and commitment to providing meaningful guidance throughout the recruitment process. co+1