Houlihan Lokey Advises the Sale of jinjer Co., Ltd.

Houlihan Lokey is pleased to announce that jinjer Co., Ltd. (jinjer), a leading provider of multi-module, cloud-based HR SaaS solutions in Japan, has been acquired jointly by Potentia Capital and J-STAR in a sale process led by Houlihan Lokey.

jinjer offers a comprehensive HCM platform that supports businesses across Japan with key HR functions such as HR management, payroll, time and attendance, expenses, workflow, performance evaluation, and talent management. The company’s innovative technology, built on a fully integrated database model, is designed to streamline HR processes and improve operational efficiency for a diverse range of clients, from SMEs to large enterprises.

The sale to Potentia Capital and J-STAR marks a significant milestone for jinjer, as it seeks to leverage the consortium’s expertise and resources to drive further growth and expansion. This transaction will enable jinjer to enhance its service offerings, pursue strategic initiatives, and strengthen its market position within the HR SaaS sector.

Potentia Capital, a leading technology-focused private equity and growth capital firm in Australia, and J-STAR, a Japanese private equity fund specializing in mid-cap companies, bring a wealth of experience and strategic insight to the table. Their combined support will be instrumental in accelerating jinjer’s growth trajectory and achieving its long-term business objectives.

We served as the exclusive sellside financial advisor to lead a thorough sales process. This successful outcome underscores Houlihan Lokey’s deep expertise in the HCM and technology sectors and highlights its commitment to delivering tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of its clients.

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