HR Business Partner - Global Medical Devices Tokyo

A leading global medical device manufacturer specializing in healthcare solutions for elderly patients is seeking an experienced Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to join its Tokyo team.

In this strategic HR role, you will partner with business leaders, managers, and employees to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with organizational goals. You will drive initiatives across employee relations, talent management, succession planning, workforce planning, performance management, and organizational development.

Working within a global matrix organization, you will serve as a trusted HR advisor, proactively identifying people-related challenges and delivering practical solutions that improve employee engagement, organizational effectiveness, and business performance.

This is an opportunity to advance your career in HR Business Partnering, HR Strategy, Change Management, and Talent Development while contributing to a global healthcare company dedicated to improving the quality of life for elderly patients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with business leaders to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business objectives and organizational priorities.
• Serve as a trusted HR Business Partner to managers and employees, providing strategic and operational HR guidance.
• Manage employee relations, addressing workplace concerns and supporting positive employee experiences.
• Lead performance management initiatives to strengthen employee effectiveness and organizational performance.
• Support workforce planning and succession planning to ensure long-term talent and business continuity.
• Contribute to organizational design and organizational development initiatives.
• Proactively identify people-related challenges and recommend effective HR solutions.
• Collaborate with recruitment teams on talent acquisition, candidate selection, and employee onboarding.
• Lead change management and employee engagement initiatives to improve workplace culture and employee experience.
• Analyze HR data and workforce metrics to identify trends and improve HR processes.
• Utilize HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems) to support data-driven HR decision-making.
• Collaborate with regional and global HR stakeholders to implement consistent people strategies across the organization.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Experience:

• 5-8 years of relevant HR experience, including HR Business Partnering or related strategic HR functions.
• Experience working as an HR Business Partner within a global matrix organization.
• Proven experience leading organizational change and employee engagement initiatives.
• Practical experience using HRIS systems and HR data to support HR operations and decision-making.
• Working knowledge of succession planning, talent development, organizational development, employee relations, and performance management.
• Experience advising business leaders and managers on people-related challenges and HR solutions.
• Bachelor's degree.

Soft Skills:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build trusted relationships with business leaders, managers, and employees.
• Empathetic and supportive approach, with a genuine interest in improving the employee experience.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to proactively identify organizational challenges.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and support organizational change.
• Collaborative mindset suited to working within a global matrix organization.
• Strong analytical thinking and the ability to translate HR insights into practical business solutions.

Language Requirements:

• Japanese: Native
• English: Intermediate-Business

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience as an HR Business Partner, HR Manager, or Strategic HR Advisor in a multinational organization.
• Experience in the medical devices, healthcare, life sciences, or pharmaceutical industry.
• Exposure to global or regional HR transformation initiatives.
• Experience supporting talent management, leadership development, or succession planning programs.
• Knowledge of organizational design, workforce planning, and change management methodologies.
• Experience using HR analytics to improve employee engagement and HR processes.
• Familiarity with multiple HR functions, including recruitment, learning and development, employee relations, and performance management.
• Experience collaborating with international HR teams and senior business stakeholders.

About the Company

A leading global medical device manufacturer specializing in healthcare technologies designed to support elderly patients and improve their quality of life.

The company develops and manufactures medical care devices that contribute to better healthcare outcomes and support the needs of aging populations worldwide.

With an established international presence, the organization combines medical technology innovation with a strong commitment to employee well-being, teamwork, and social responsibility.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Join a global medical device company making a meaningful contribution to elderly healthcare and patient well-being.
• Work alongside a supportive, caring, and collaborative team.
• Enjoy a good work-life balance.
• Play a strategic role in shaping HR strategy, employee engagement, and organizational development.
• Partner directly with business leaders to influence people-related decisions and organizational performance.
• Gain exposure to a broad range of HR functions, including talent management, workforce planning, succession planning, and change management.
• Collaborate with global HR colleagues in an international business environment.
• Use your HR expertise to improve the employee experience and create a positive workplace culture.
• Make a meaningful social impact by supporting a company developing healthcare technologies for elderly patients.

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