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Payroll Operations Lead - Japan | Global Semiconductor Leader
| Location | Kanagawa Prefecture |
| Job Type | Permanent Full-time |
| Salary | 8 million yen ~ 9 million yen |
Job Description
This role leads Japan payroll operations, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery in line with local regulations. Working closely with HR, employees, and external vendors, you will play a key role in delivering reliable payroll services within a global framework.Client Details
Our client is a large multinational technology manufacturer with a strong presence in Japan. The company operates in a complex, regulated environment and values accuracy, compliance, and continuous improvement in HR operations.Description
- Manage monthly payroll calculation and processing for Japan
- Oversee attendance data, payroll inputs, validations, and adjustments
- Review and approve payroll outputs in coordination with vendors
- Handle year-end adjustments and statutory payroll-related reporting
- Respond to employee payroll and compensation inquiries
- Manage social insurance enrollment and changes (health insurance, pension, etc.)
- Maintain benefit and compensation-related data accuracy
- Support equity compensation administration (e.g. RSU, ESPP) with global teams
- Assist with tax-related processes linked to equity compensation
- Support HR operations, audits, and compliance activities
- Participate in payroll / HR system implementation and process improvement initiatives
Job Offer
- Exposure to equity compensation and regional HR collaboration
- Opportunity to contribute to system improvements and operational excellence
- Professional and structured working environment in Japan
To apply online please click the 'Apply' button below. For a confidential discussion about this role please contact Claire Bao on +81 3 6627 6074.
General Requirements
| Minimum Experience Level | No experience |
| Career Level | Mid Career |
| Minimum English Level | Business Level |
| Minimum Japanese Level | Fluent |
| Minimum Education Level | Bachelor's Degree |
| Visa Status | No permission to work in Japan required |
Required Skills
- Proven experience in payroll calculation and administration in Japan
- Strong knowledge of Japanese payroll, tax, and social insurance regulations
- Experience handling payroll for mid- to large-sized organizations
- Ability to manage external payroll vendors and work cross-functionally
- Business-level Japanese language proficiency
- Solid Excel skills for data handling and reporting
- Experience in a multinational environment is highly preferred
Job Location
- Kanagawa Prefecture
Work Conditions
| Job Type | Permanent Full-time |
| Salary | 8 million yen ~ 9 million yen |
| Industry | Pharmaceutical |
