Position Summary

• We are seeking an experienced HR Manager to join our growing team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the expansion of a dynamic brokerage firm while advancing your career in Japanese financial markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership to align HR practices with organizational strategy and workforce planning
• Develop and implement HR policies, employee handbook, and internal regulations compliant with Japanese labor laws
• Drive organizational design initiatives and apply people analytics to support data-driven decisions
• Manage end-to-end recruitment and onboarding, including job postings, sourcing, screening, structured interviews, and offers
• Develop and manage performance management systems, guiding managers on assessments, feedback, and coaching
• Administer payroll, benefits, and total rewards programs; conduct periodic salary reviews and benchmarking
• Serve as a trusted HR partner by addressing employee concerns, resolving conflicts, leading employee relations

Qualifications Must-Have

• Over 5 years of progressive HR experience covering both strategic HR planning and hands-on HR operations
• Strong knowledge of local employment law, compliance requirements, and HR best practices
• Experience managing full-cycle recruitment, performance management, and employee engagement initiatives
• Proven ability to partner with senior leadership and influence organizational culture
• Native-level Japanese proficiency

Preferred

• Proven track record in a startup environment with a hands-on approach to managing a wide range of HR functions.
• Practical, hands-on mindset with comfort in rapidly changing environments
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to resolve conflicts effectively
• English or Korean proficiency preferred

Hiring Process

• Application Review > Job Interview > Culture Fit Interview > Reference Check > Offer Negotiation > Final Offer & Onboarding