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Job ID : 1546320 Date Updated : June 30th, 2025
HR Director Role - Tier 1 Retail

Human Resources Director

Location Available across Japan
Job Type Permanent Full-time
Salary 8 million yen ~ 13 million yen

Work Style

Remote Work and WFH Minimal Overtime Flex Time

Job Description

  • Retail HR Business Partner Functions
  • Corporate HR Business Partner Functions
  • HR Administration & Payroll
    • Administer all HR procedures and related documentation, such as employment contracts, salary adjustment letters, warning notices, and disciplinary actions.

    • Oversee payroll operations, benefits administration, and ensure compliance with statutory HR requirements.

  • Employee Relations
    • Manage employee relations with a focus on retaining and developing top talent.

    • Oversee performance improvement plans and handle dismissal procedures as necessary.

  • Training & Development
    • Coordinate and execute training and development initiatives in collaboration with headquarters.

Other Responsibilities

  • Manage HR cost control processes, ensuring alignment with annual budgets and monthly forecasts.

  • Implement and manage the HR Information System (HRIS) effectively.

  • Enforce and localize global HR policies as needed.

  • Handle legal matters in coordination with legal experts to ensure compliance and minimize risk.

< Key Requirements >

  • At least 7 years of experience in Human Resources

  • Background in retail or fashion industries is highly preferred

  • Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills

  • In-depth knowledge of Japanese labor laws

  • Solid understanding of payroll processes

  • Excellent multitasking and problem-solving abilities

  • Proven capability to collaborate effectively across departments

  • Proactive and hands-on approach to work

  • Experience in recruitment and managing people

  • Proficient in both Japanese and English, with strong verbal and written communication skills

  • Positive, forward-thinking, and solutions-oriented mindset

General Requirements

Minimum Experience Level Over 6 years
Career Level Executive
Minimum English Level Business Level
Minimum Japanese Level Business Level
Minimum Education Level Associate Degree/Diploma
Visa Status Permission to work in Japan required

Job Location

  • Available across Japan

Work Conditions

Job Type Permanent Full-time
Salary 8 million yen ~ 13 million yen
Salary Bonuses Bonuses paid on top of indicated salary.
Work Hours 40 hours/week
Holidays Sat, Sun, public holidays
Industry Retail

Job Category

  • Human Resources > HR Business Partner, HR Planner
  • Human Resources > Payroll, Compensation and Benefits
  • Human Resources > Talent Acquisition

Company Details

Company Type Small/Medium Company (300 employees or less) - International Company
Non-Japanese Ratio About half Japanese