We are currently supporting a search for an HR Operations Senior Manager with a top-tier global organization in the pharmaceutical industry.

This critical leadership position balances strategic workforce design with operational excellence to support organizational growth.

The ideal candidate will optimize corporate competitiveness while championing an inclusive, employee-centric working environment.

About the Role

Operating as an HR leader within the pharmaceutical industry, you will bridge the gap between management strategy and employee well-being.

Based primarily out of the Kansai head office with extensive hybrid flexibility, you will drive the modernization of human resource infrastructure and benefits frameworks.

In this role, you will lead high-impact change management initiatives, ensure rigorous legal and regulatory compliance, and utilize modern data tools to elevate the overall employee experience.

Key Responsibilities

Compensation & Benefits Strategy and Administration

• Design, evaluate, and optimize competitive compensation structures and retirement benefit systems linked to long-term business and organizational growth strategies.
• Oversee the strategic alignment of global rewards philosophies with local market practices to enhance talent attraction and retention.
• Ensure maximum compliance and corporate risk mitigation across all labor-related laws, social insurance systems, and tax regulations.

Change Management & Employee Communication

• Lead change management planning and process execution to guarantee seamless corporate transitions and system implementations.
• Champion logical and persuasive communication strategies that encourage employee understanding, acceptance, and positive adaptation to change.
• Partner with cross-functional leadership and manage external vendors to build highly effective, collaborative networks.

Process Automation & Data Analytics

• Drive continuous improvement by leveraging modern HR technologies and AI tools to deliver simple, accurate, and highly efficient operational workflows.
• Analyze quantitative metrics and data from employee satisfaction surveys to formulate proactive organizational development solutions.
• Coordinate cross-departmental schedules and manage large-scale project timelines successfully from conception to completion.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience at an HR Manager level in a global enterprise focusing on compensation system design and payroll operations, OR 5+ years of experience as a rewards/benefits consultant for global corporations.
• Experience within the pharmaceutical industry or related global commercial sectors.
• Language: Native-level Japanese / Business-level English.
• Strong strategic thinking, advanced data evaluation capabilities, and a flexible mindset that embraces modern working methodologies.

Why Apply

• High Strategic Impact: Gain direct autonomy to shape and execute rewards and operations strategies that influence overall business success.
• Exceptional Work Flexibility: Leverage a highly adaptable settlement-based flextime system with a wide working window from 5:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
• Robust Hybrid Framework: Enjoy an established work-from-home policy that puts employee well-being and productivity first.
• Generous Time Off: Maintain a healthy work-life balance with 125 annual holidays, including dedicated seasonal shutdowns and extensive paid leave options.
• Premium Corporate Benefits: Benefit from comprehensive housing support, company-leased housing, and premium medical and dental subsidy systems.