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Japan People Lead Director

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A global professional services firm is seeking a Director, Japan People Lead. The selected candidate will lead people strategies, drive employee engagement, and ensure operational excellence in alignment with business goals.

Responsibilities:

  • Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on all people-related matters across the employee life cycle
  • Collaborate with global and regional People leadership to design and execute strategies that enhance performance and development
  • Lead and implement key People projects specific to the Japan region
  • Oversee development of regional People teams through coaching and mentorship
  • Develop and enforce people policies, procedures, and best practices in partnership with leadership
  • Ensure compliance with local labour laws, standards, and organisational policies
  • Advise on employee relations matters, including performance issues, terminations, and grievances
  • Foster a culture aligned with the firm’s global vision and commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and innovation
  • Oversee People operations, including Workday, payroll, and service queries
  • Support automation and operational efficiency improvements
  • Collaborate effectively with support functions locally and across APAC

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or above in HR, Business, or related field
  • More than 10 years of HR experience
  • More than 5 years in leadership roles with experience scaling teams and offices
  • Significant experience in the professional services sector
  • Experience in change management and organisational development
  • Proven track record in global HR operations and service delivery
  • Strong knowledge of HR practices and labour laws across multiple countries
  • Possess a valid professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR) is highly desirable
  • Fluent level Japanese and English

About the Company:

A leading global professional services firm, this company excels in delivering performance improvement, turnaround management, and advisory solutions to organisations navigating complex challenges. With deep industry expertise and a results-driven approach, it empowers businesses to achieve sustainable growth and operational excellence.

Keywords:

人事戦略, 人材育成, 労働法, プロフェッショナルサービス, 組織開発, 変革管理, 従業員エンゲージメント, 人事オペレーション, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: BTQAL8

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Human Resources

Focus: HR Administration

Industry: Consultancy

Salary: ¥12,000,000 - ¥20,000,000 per annum

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Director

Language: Japanese - Professional working

Second Language: English - Business level

Location: Tokyo

Job Reference: BTQAL8-77C50AFF

Date posted: 13 August 2025

Consultant: Isamu Itosu