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Full time

¥ 8,000,000 Yearly ~ ¥ 13,000,000 Yearly

Japanese: Native
English: Business

Company Overview (Confidential Client) Our client is a globally recognized investment management firm with a strong presence across Asia. The organization focuses on alternative investments and partners closely with institutional investors, portfolio companies, and strategic stakeholders to drive long-term value creation. The Tokyo office operates as a lean, high-impact team within a broader international platform, offering exposure to both local and global business operations. With a collaborative and performance-driven culture, the firm provides an environment where individuals can take ownership, work closely with senior stakeholders, and contribute to the growth of a sophisticated investment business. Job Description: Human Capital Executive (Tokyo) We are seeking a Human Capital Executive to join a small, high-performing HR team in Tokyo. This is a broad, hands-on generalist role supporting the full employee lifecycle, with a particular focus on junior to mid-level employees. Given the lean team structure, this role offers significant ownership and exposure across HR operations, employee relations, and recruitment within an international environment. Key Responsibilities ■ HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle

• Manage onboarding and offboarding processes from an employee experience perspective
• Coordinate probation reviews, internal transfers, and exits
• Support preparation and administration of employment contracts and related documentation

■ Employee Support & Relations

• Act as a primary point of contact for employee inquiries related to HR policies, procedures, and benefits
• Handle routine employee relations matters for junior to mid-level staff
• Escalate complex issues appropriately and support resolution

■ Recruitment

• Lead recruitment activities for junior to mid-level positions (VP level and below)
• Partner with internal stakeholders to support hiring needs

■ Compliance & Policy

• Ensure HR practices are aligned with Japanese labor laws and internal policies
• Support internal audits and policy updates

■ Projects & Initiatives

• Contribute to Human Capital initiatives and process improvements
• Support ad hoc HR projects as required

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience
• 5–10 years of experience in a Human Capital / HR role
• Strong understanding of HR operations and employee lifecycle management

■ Language Requirements

• Japanese: Native or business-fluent (written and spoken)
• English: Business-fluent (written and spoken)

Skills & Attributes

• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• Sound judgment and problem-solving capability
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); HR systems experience is a plus
• Experience working in an international or bilingual corporate environment
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with global teams
• Calm, flexible, and solutions-oriented mindset