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ピープルオペレーション シニアマネージャー/ People Operations Sr. Manager

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An international fashion design company is looking for a Senior Manager, People Operations, North Asia. The selected candidate will lead HR operations for Japan and Korea while driving operational excellence and compliance.

Responsibilities:

  • Oversee HR operations in Japan and Korea, ensuring operational consistency and service excellence
  • Act as the subject matter expert on HR operations, focusing on employee experience and service delivery
  • Manage escalations, lead process improvements, and partner on projects across the business
  • Drive operational excellence by managing service providers and continuously improving processes
  • Oversee compliance with local employment laws, data privacy, and lead audits and reporting
  • Manage, mentor, and develop a team of 5-6, fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent
  • More than 8 years of experience in HR operations with project management experience
  • Project management experience from discovery to delivery
  • Proven expertise in case management systems (ServiceNow or equivalent) and HCM (SuccessFactors or Workday)
  • Deep understanding of employment laws in Japan
  • Knowledge of Korean regulations is a plus
  • Proficient in data analysis and reporting with strong process management skills
  • Ability to lead teams, manage vendors, and influence stakeholders effectively
  • Fluent level Japanese and English; Korean is a plus

About the Company:

A multinational fashion design company, this organisation is responsible for a widely popular and recognisable fashion brand. With retail locations around the world, this company continues to expand its product portfolio and global presence.

Keywords:

人事オペレーション, 人事マネージャー, 労務コンプライアンス, プロジェクト管理, データ分析, ベンダーマネジメント, ファッション業界, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: V7D5SC

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Human Resources

Focus: HRBP

Industry: Fashion

Salary: Negotiable based on experience

Workplace Type: On-site

Experience Level: Senior Management

Language: Japanese - Professional working

Second Language: English - Business level

Third Language: Korean - Basic working

Location: Tokyo

Job Reference: V7D5SC-B1EA3FE6

Date posted: 26 June 2025

Consultant: Natsu Ikegaya