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Job ID : 1617171 Date Updated : October 15th, 2026

Employee Relations Specialis

Hiring Company Leading Global Semiconductor Company
Location Tokyo - 23 Wards
Job Type Permanent Full-time
Salary Negotiable, based on experience

Job Description

This is an exciting opportunity to join a global organization that supports the development of advanced technologies used worldwide. The company offers a highly international and diverse environment where employees collaborate across regions and functions to drive innovation. This position provides the opportunity to develop APAC-level expertise, work closely with regional and global stakeholders, and contribute to building a positive and compliant workplace culture across multiple countries.
Lead end-to-end employee relations investigations, including intake, interviews, analysis, documentation, and case resolution.
Handle complex employee matters such as misconduct, harassment, discrimination, retaliation, and other policy-related concerns.
Partner with managers and HR stakeholders on performance management, disciplinary actions, and policy interpretation.
Provide coaching and guidance to leaders, managers, and HR teams to support effective employee relations practices.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders across HR, legal, compliance, and other business functions to resolve employee issues.
Analyze employee relations trends, case metrics, and organizational insights to identify improvement opportunities.
Support and drive continuous improvement initiatives related to employee relations processes, policies, tools, and technologies.
Deliver training and guidance to managers and HR professionals on employee relations and performance management topics.

Employee Benefits:
Opportunity to work in a highly international and collaborative environment.
Exposure to regional employee relations matters across multiple Asian countries.
Career development opportunities to expand expertise and scope of responsibility across the APAC region.
Supportive culture focused on learning, professional growth, and career development.
Employee programs and resources that support health, wellbeing, and personal growth.

General Requirements

Minimum Experience Level Over 3 years
Career Level Mid Career
Minimum English Level Business Level
Minimum Japanese Level Business Level
Minimum Education Level Bachelor's Degree
Visa Status Permission to work in Japan required

Required Skills

7+ years of experience in Employee Relations, Performance Management, and/or HR Business Partner roles.
Experience conducting employee investigations and managing sensitive employee matters.
Knowledge of labor and employment laws and HR compliance principles.
Strong consulting, influencing, coaching, and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively across functions and regions.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism when handling sensitive matters.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively in a multicultural environment.
Business-level English required.
Proficiency in one or more Asian languages such as Japanese, Chinese, or Korean is preferred.

Job Location

  • Tokyo - 23 Wards

Work Conditions

Job Type Permanent Full-time
Salary Negotiable, based on experience
Industry Other

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