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人事マネージャー/ HR Manager

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A multinational industrial manufacturing company is looking for an HR Manager. The selected candidate will partner with business leaders to drive HR strategy, talent development, employee relations, and organisational engagement across key functions.

Responsibilities:

  • Act as a strategic HR partner to line management across Sales, Marketing, HQ, and Supply Chain functions
  • Promote company culture, values, and code of conduct across the organisation
  • Ensure compliance with labour laws, internal policies, and communication with labour bureaus and authorities
  • Advise senior management on HR matters and support business and HR policy development
  • Develop annual workforce and recruitment plans with hiring managers and talent acquisition teams
  • Monitor appraisal processes and career development plans
  • Design and implement talent development and organisational development initiatives
  • Drive performance management, talent review, and succession planning processes
  • Analyse qualitative and quantitative data to propose engagement initiatives
  • Manage labour union relationships and support organisational culture change
  • Oversee HR policies, compliance, and employment management, including temporary staff and service contracts
  • Support division-wide HR initiatives and internal communication programmes

Requirements:

  • 7–10 years of HR management experience
  • More than 3 years of people management experience
  • Experience in non-Japanese companies within manufacturing or labour-intensive environments, managing around 300 employees
  • Expertise in at least one HR COE area, such as TA, LD, TR, ER/LR, or HRSS, with exposure to additional areas
  • Experience leading organisational or process change projects impacting large teams
  • Proficient in Japanese and English

About the Company:

A leading engineering manufacturer specialising in hydraulic, pneumatic, and electric motion-control equipment, delivering high-quality components and automation solutions across core and advanced industries. Known for its full-line product range, technical expertise, and commitment to innovation, the company offers strong career opportunities for engineers, technicians, and professionals seeking growth in the industrial and manufacturing sectors.

Keywords:

人事マネージャー, 人事戦略, 組織開発, タレントマネジメント, 労務管理, 製造業, 人事ビジネスパートナー, パフォーマンス管理, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: ULLYX5

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Human Resources

Focus: HR Administration

Industry: Manufacturing and Production

Salary: ¥10,000,000 - ¥12,000,000 per annum

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Mid Management

Language: Japanese - Professional working

Second Language: English - Business level

Location: Osaka

Job Reference: ULLYX5-350AB780

Date posted: 10 April 2026

Consultant: Risa Harada