noun
labor shortage; difficulty in hiring
Refers to a situation where companies struggle to find enough workers, often used in economic or business contexts.
地方の中小企業は深刻な求人難に直面している。
Small and medium-sized enterprises in rural areas are facing a serious labor shortage.
求人難のため、賃金を上げる企業が増えている。
Due to the difficulty in hiring, more companies are raising wages.
Compound of 求人 (recruiting, job offer) and 難 (difficulty, hardship).