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HRマネージャー/ HR Manager

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An international materials company is seeking an experienced HR Manager to support its business operations in Japan. The selected candidate will oversee Japan HR operations, contribute to global HR projects, manage HR systems and policies, and collaborate with domestic group companies and international stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee overall HR headquarters operations in Japan, including HR systems, recruitment, training, compensation, payroll, labour relations, Hay, attendance and paid leave, and audit responses
  • Participate in global HR system projects and implement and roll out global HR policies in Japan
  • Revise and operate common HR systems across four domestic group companies
  • Coordinate with HR departments of joint venture partner companies
  • Handle special assignments from the HR Director
  • Provide HR support for the success and growth of the business in Japan
  • Collaborate and communicate with stakeholders across different countries
  • Manage a broad range of HR areas, including business partnering, labour management, HR strategy, overseas HR, compensation and benefits, and talent development

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or above
  • More than 5 years of broad HR experience in HR systems, recruitment, training, compensation, payroll, labour relations, temporary staffing management, Hay, attendance and paid leave, and audit response
  • Experience with HR system upgrades and HR system data maintenance
  • Basic knowledge of HR-related laws, including the Labour Standards Act, social insurance and taxation
  • Practical knowledge of compensation and pension systems
  • High IT literacy with daily use of AI
  • HR experience at Japanese or foreign-owned companies
  • Proficient in Japanese and English (TOEIC 750+)

About the Company:

A global materials company specialising in high-performance polymers and advanced chemical solutions. The company develops innovative materials used across industries including automotive, construction, electronics and healthcare.

Keywords:

人事 管理, 人事 システム, 人事 戦略, 採用, 人材 育成, 給与 計算, 労務 管理, 報酬 制度, 福利 厚生, グローバル 人事, 人事 法務, AI 活用, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: BIG681

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Human Resources

Focus: HR Administration

Industry: Manufacturing and Production

Salary: ¥9,000,000 - ¥12,000,000 per annum

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Mid Management

Language: Japanese - Professional working

Second Language: English - Business level

Location: Hyogo

Job Reference: BIG681-56EF7464

Date posted: 6 October 2026

Consultant: Brad Green