Shimadzu Corporation has significantly revised its personnel system to secure and support the success of highly skilled and specialized employees. The company extended the retirement age for full-time employees from 60 to 65, allowing them to continue working under the same system even after turning 60. However, employees can still choose to retire between the ages of 60 and 64 if they wish. In addition, the company abolished the mandatory retirement age for executive positions, regardless of age, and introduced a term limit of up to six years for such roles.
To promote the advancement of younger employees, Shimadzu removed the requirement for a minimum number of years of experience for promotions and reduced the seniority-based elements in its wage system. The company also established a dual career path system: a “management track” and a “professional track” for those pursuing technical expertise. It is also working on developing a globally compatible salary system.
Going forward, Shimadzu plans to create opportunities for employees to continue learning, support transfers to desired departments, and increase internal mobility to help retain and develop talented “human assets.”
After reading this article, I felt that Shimadzu really values each employee. I think it’s great that they raised the retirement age to 65 and also made it possible for younger workers to get promoted faster, no matter their age.
I also found it interesting that employees can choose between two career paths — management or professional — depending on what suits them. This shows that the company wants people to work in ways that match their skills and goals.
I think this kind of system makes people feel more positive about working. In the future, I believe it will be more important to focus on people’s motivation and ability, not just their age.
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