Head of HR Partner

Date PostedJune 9, 2026LocationTokyo, JapanCompanyMichael Page International Japan K.K./マイケル・ペイジ・インターナショナル・ジャパン株式会社SalaryJPY 1500K - JPY 2000KTypegeneral affairs/hr/legal - hr/personnel labor (payroll/benefits)

Job Summary

You will act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, shaping people strategy and organizational effectiveness for a global semiconductor leader. This role requires managing the end-to-end HR agenda for Japan, including talent review, performance management, and workforce planning. You will lead business-aligned HR initiatives while collaborating with regional and global leadership within a complex matrix environment.

Responsibilities

  • Manage end-to-end HR agenda for Japan
  • Coach senior business leaders on organizational strategy
  • Partner with regional HR leadership for global alignment
  • Oversee HR governance, compliance, and employee relations

Required Skills

  • Senior HRBP or Head of HR experience
  • Strategic thinking with execution capability
  • Matrix organization management skills
  • Fluent English (TOEIC 865+) and Japanese (JLPT N1)

Job Details

Job Description You will act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, shaping people strategy and organisational effectiveness. Description * Own the end‑to‑end HR agenda for Japan, including talent review, performance management, compensation cycles, and workforce planning * Act as a trusted coach to senior business leaders, supporting complex people and organisational decisions * Partner closely with regional HR leadership to align local execution with APAC and global strategy * Drive data‑driven, business‑aligned HR initiatives with strong analytical judgement * Lead and influence stakeholders across a matrixed, multinational environment * Ensure HR governance, compliance, and employee relations are managed to a high standard Profile * Extensive experience as a senior HR Business Partner or Head of HR in a complex organisation * Proven track record supporting senior leaders in a fast‑paced, commercial environment * Strong strategic thinking combined with hands‑on execution capability * Comfortable working in a regional or global matrix * Experience in technology, manufacturing, or similarly complex industries is advantageous * Strong communication skills in a professional business environment Job Offer * Senior leadership position with significant autonomy and visibility * Competitive total compensation package including base salary and bonus * Opportunity to influence people strategy in a globally critical market * Office‑based role in Tokyo (Shinagawa area)