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HR Shared Services Partner - Life Sciences | Hybrid Tokyo
| Location | Tokyo - 23 Wards |
| Job Type | Permanent Full-time |
| Salary | 9 million yen ~ 11 million yen |
Job Description
This role is responsible for delivering end‑to‑end HR operations and shared services for the Japan business within a global life sciences organisation. It offers a hands‑on, hybrid opportunity to work closely with local and regional HR teams in a stable, well‑established environment.Client Details
Our client is a global life sciences and advanced manufacturing organisation with a long‑established and stable presence in Japan. The Japan business operates in a collaborative, professional HR environment with strong regional support and well‑defined processes.Description
HR Operations & Shared Services- Deliver end‑to‑end HR operations for the Japan employee population
- Manage payroll processes through external vendors and ensure accuracy
- Handle core HR administration across the full employee lifecycle
- Maintain HR records and ensure compliance with Japanese labour laws and internal policies
- Support Japan‑specific HR processes including attendance management, payroll & social insurance, and complex leave arrangements
- Act as a primary point of contact for employee HR operations enquiries
- Work with HR systems such as Workday or similar platforms
- Partner closely with the Japan HRBP and regional HR Shared Services teams
- Ensure smooth HR operational workflows across local and regional stakeholders
Job Offer
- Hybrid working style with high flexibility and no core working hours
- Stable role within a global life sciences organisation
- Strong collaboration with regional HR teams
- Competitive compensation
- Tokyo‑based position with a professional and supportive HR environment
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 | Fluent |
| Minimum Japanese Level | Fluent |
| Minimum Education Level | Bachelor's Degree |
| Visa Status | No permission to work in Japan required |
Required Skills
- Solid experience in HR Operations or HR Shared Services within Japan
- Payroll experience or strong coordination exposure with payroll vendors
- Good understanding of Japanese HR practices, including attendance and leave systems
- Comfortable working with HR systems; Workday experience is an advantage
- Detail‑oriented, hands‑on, and confident owning HR operations end‑to‑end
- Approachable communication style with the ability to support employees directly
- Native‑level Japanese and business‑level English
Job Location
- Tokyo - 23 Wards
Work Conditions
| Job Type | Permanent Full-time |
| Salary | 9 million yen ~ 11 million yen |
| Industry | Medical Device |
