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Human resource development policy

In order to realize our co-creation vision based on our purpose, we will develop diverse human resources who can contribute in various fields beyond the financial sector.

Human resource development to upgrade finance-related areas

Toward the thorough deepening and strengthening of financial operations, we proactively provide opportunities for diverse experiences through talent building and self-development training programs under a system that supports the autonomous growth of each employee.

• Training for skill development: finance operations training ~ “training by rank” and “training by field” are carried out to improve financial and operational abilities based on the service years / position / business field.
• Training for self-development: support for autonomous growth ~ opportunities for dispatch through open recruitment as career support for deepening and strengthening training.

＜Status of conducting talent building and self-development training programs＞

Human resource development for new business areas (wider and more diverse areas)

To expand our regional industrial development function, our mid-term management plan calls for “personnel development to realize value co-creation”. We believe that the development of new businesses beyond traditional financial frameworks and the promotion of digitalization of finance are essential for sustainable corporate management, and we are engaged in group-wide training to enhance knowledge and skills in the areas of new business planning and DX (digital transformation).

＜Training in new area conducted in FY2022＞

Support in acquiring qualifications

To foster a corporate climate for self-improvement and improve employees’ skills and motivation, we have introduced a home study system for all employees to learn the basics of finance, company regulations, manuals, and qualifications. To encourage employees to obtain the knowledge and qualifications necessary for our business, we give incentives for acquiring designated qualifications and certifications.

Establishment of Higin Business Education

The Higin Business Education, Ltd. was established within the Higo Bank Main Branch. The Group fosters human resources that can solve the regional issues by enhancing the educational system for its employees and also provides educational services for the development of human resources in the region.

Internal environmental development policy

In accordance with human rights policies, we will build an internal environment in which each employee can fully demonstrate their abilities and perform actively in their own way in an openminded organizational culture.

Initiatives to reduce working hours

The Group strictly follows the regulation of “legal working hours” prescribed in the Labor Standards Act (8 hours per day, within 40 hours per week). We are taking the following measures to reduce excessive working hours and overtime working.

• Evaluation of total working hours per person for items subject to performance evaluation
• Setting time limits on computer use
• Implementation of the leave-work-on-time day

Labor wage management and improvement

The Group undergoes management of labor in compliance with labor laws and regulations. Wages for all employees including part-time employees strictly adhere to the minimum wage stipulated by law. We have clear company regulations regarding employees’ non-regular wages (such as allowances). We also strive to raise wages appropriately in consideration of employees’ better standards of living.

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