About this Position We are looking for an experienced HR Business Partner to support and partner with internal stakeholders in Japan. This role will drive and implement HR strategies, provide day-to-day HR support, and ensure alignment with both global frameworks and local labor regulations.
What you´ll do
- Act as a strategic HR partner to business leaders, supporting the development and implementation of HR strategies and initiatives
- Provide daily HR support and guidance to employees and managers in compliance with local labor laws
- Deliver and execute HR processes, policies, and solutions accurately and efficiently
- Lead and coordinate the annual salary review process for relevant management levels
- Manage employee relations, including handling workplace concerns, conflicts, and disciplinary matters
- Build and maintain relationships with unions, works councils, and manage industrial relations where applicable
- Support recruitment activities and ensure a strong talent pipeline within the country or sub-region
- Drive and coordinate performance management and talent review processes, acting as a facilitator locally
- Manage promotion processes and act as a sparring partner to business leaders on talent decisions
- Identify and develop key talents and high-potential employees through structured development plans
- Lead or support local change management initiatives and ensure effective HR communication
- Implement initiatives to enhance employee engagement and overall employee experience
- Promote and role-model desired leadership behaviors and proactively address misalignment when necessary
