PERSOL Acquires Shares of Gojob SAS, AI-Driven Staffing Platform

PERSOL HOLDINGS CO., LTD. (based in Minato-ku Tokyo; President and CEO: Takao Wada) has acquired 85% of the issued shares of Gojob SAS (based in France; Founder & CEO: Pascal Lorne), a rapidly growing AI-driven staffing platform in France.

■ Comment from Taro Mineo, Executive Officer CSO of PERSOL HOLDINGS CO., LTD.

PERSOL Group has set its strategic direction toward evolving into a “Technology-driven HR service company” by 2030. As advancements in AI technology necessitate changes to traditional business models, it has become increasingly important not only to ensure steady growth in our core domestic businesses but also to make continuous investments in technology-enabled businesses both in Japan and overseas.

Gojob SAS operates “Gojob,” a platform that leverages AI technology to efficiently dispatch essential blue-collar workers with minimal human intervention. The company’s strong competitiveness in the digital domain and its highly scalable platform, built on extensive data accumulated through staffing operations, present significant potential for PERSOL to achieve discontinuous growth. Furthermore, Gojob’s selection for the French government-backed “French Tech” program as one of the promising Next40 startups underscores its technological capabilities and strong market recognition.

Through this investment, we aim to create synergies by combining the expertise of both companies in the HR business with Gojob SAS’s cutting-edge AI technology and highly scalable platform, as we strive to become a HR services company capable of achieving breakthrough growth.

■ Comment from Pascal Lorne, Founder & CEO of Gojob SAS

PERSOL joining our capital is much more than an investment – it marks the convergence of two bold and complementary visions for the future of work. Together, we share the conviction that technology and human potential must work hand in hand to create a more inclusive labor market.

With PERSOL as a strategic partner, we are entering an exciting new chapter. This partnership will allow us to accelerate the development of our AI technologies dedicated to inclusion, further expand our SaaS offering, and scale our operations globally. In addition to consolidating our presence in France and boosting our growth in the United States, PERSOL’s backing opens the door to new opportunities across Asia, particularly in Japan.

This milestone confirms our shared ambition to become the world leader in technology-driven, inclusive staffing. We are thrilled to lead Gojob’s scale-up phase across three continents and to continue shaping the future of work — one that is fairer, more efficient, and truly inclusive for all.

Overview of Gojob SAS

■ About PERSOL HOLDINGS

Since its founding in 1973, PERSOL HOLDINGS CO., LTD. has developed a diverse range of businesses related to people and organizations, including temporary staffing, permanent placement, outsourcing, and design and development services.
The holding company, formed in October 2008 as Temp Holdings Co., Ltd., changed its name to PERSOL HOLDINGS CO., LTD. in July 2017.
The company is listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, Prime Market (stock code 2181) and has recorded sales of 1,451.2 billion yen (fiscal year ended March 2025) [IFRS].

■ About PERSOL

The PERSOL Group aims to create better job opportunities for one million people by 2030 by expanding human possibilities as a “Career Well-being” Creation Company.
We will continue striving to meet the diverse needs and expand the possibilities of working people in order to create a society where all people around the world can “Work and Smile.”