We are looking for an HR Manager to help a fast-growing global IT startup expand into Japan. This role is perfect for someone who wants to develop HR strategies in a dynamic environment. You will work with teams across Asia and Europe, setting up HR and recruitment processes in a startup. The company values innovation, flexibility, and ambition, offering career growth and international experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead recruitment efforts in Japan, from defining roles to onboarding.
- Work with department leaders to find and hire needed talent.
- Create employer branding and recruitment strategies to attract candidates.
- Ensure compliance with Japanese employment laws.
- Maintain and update HR policies with global HR teams.
- Manage the employee lifecycle, including onboarding and offboarding.
- Oversee HRIS systems to ensure data accuracy and compliance.
- Coordinate payroll and manage relationships with benefits vendors.
- Advise employees on HR inquiries while maintaining confidentiality.
- Promote a positive work culture through engagement activities.
- Support conflict resolution and disciplinary actions.
- Guide performance management and help with goal setting.
- Coach managers and employees on performance improvement.
- Work with global HR teams on career development and succession planning.
Qualifications
- At least 8 years of HR experience in operations, compliance, and recruitment.
- Successful track record in recruitment and employer branding.
- Fluent in Japanese and English.
- Strong knowledge of Japanese labor laws and HR practices.
- Experience with HRIS platforms like Workday is a plus.
- Self-driven, resilient, and able to handle both strategic and operational tasks.