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DeepL is hiring a Senior People Business Partner - Japan

About the Role

This role involves partnering with business leaders to enhance people strategies, drive employee engagement, and ensure HR practices align with company values and local regulations in Japan.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with department heads to understand team dynamics and business goals
  • Advise on organizational design and change management initiatives
  • Support performance management processes and employee development plans
  • Lead employee relations efforts, including conflict resolution and policy guidance
  • Ensure compliance with local labor laws and company standards
  • Partner in the execution of HR initiatives such as engagement surveys and feedback programs
  • Act as a trusted advisor to managers on people-related decisions
  • Facilitate onboarding and integration of new hires at all levels
  • Monitor HR metrics and provide insights to improve team effectiveness
  • Promote a culture of inclusion, transparency, and continuous improvement
  • Coordinate with global HR teams to align regional practices with company-wide strategy
  • Support leadership development and talent planning activities
  • Drive initiatives that strengthen team cohesion and employee experience
  • Manage sensitive employee situations with discretion and empathy
  • Translate strategic HR goals into localized action plans
  • Champion diversity and equitable practices across teams
  • Assist in workforce planning discussions with senior stakeholders
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of employment regulations in Japan
  • Contribute to the refinement of HR policies and procedures
  • Foster open communication between employees and management

Compensation

Competitive salary and benefits package

Work Arrangement

Hybrid work model with flexibility

Team

Part of a growing international HR team supporting regional operations

Why This Role Matters

  • You will play a key role in shaping how teams operate and grow in Japan, ensuring that people strategies support both local needs and global objectives.
  • Your input will directly influence leadership decisions, employee satisfaction, and long-term organizational health.

What We Value

  • We prioritize integrity, empathy, and collaboration in every interaction.
  • Curiosity and a commitment to continuous learning are essential traits we look for in team members.

Available for qualified candidates

Required Skills
Stakeholder ManagementChange ManagementCross-Cultural Communication
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Posted 7 months ago