HRBP, HCB Commercial JP

About this Position

We are looking for an experienced HR Business Partner to support and partner with internal stakeholders in Japan. This role will drive and implement HR strategies, provide day-to-day HR support, and ensure alignment with both global frameworks and local labor regulations.

What you´ll do

Act as a strategic HR partner to business leaders, supporting the development and implementation of HR strategies and initiatives

Provide daily HR support and guidance to employees and managers in compliance with local labor laws

Deliver and execute HR processes, policies, and solutions accurately and efficiently

Lead and coordinate the annual salary review process for relevant management levels

Manage employee relations, including handling workplace concerns, conflicts, and disciplinary matters

Build and maintain relationships with unions, works councils, and manage industrial relations where applicable

Support recruitment activities and ensure a strong talent pipeline within the country or sub-region

Drive and coordinate performance management and talent review processes, acting as a facilitator locally

Manage promotion processes and act as a sparring partner to business leaders on talent decisions

Identify and develop key talents and high-potential employees through structured development plans

Lead or support local change management initiatives and ensure effective HR communication

Implement initiatives to enhance employee engagement and overall employee experience

Promote and role-model desired leadership behaviors and proactively address misalignment when necessary

What makes you a good fit

Must Have

Solid experience in HR Business Partnering or HR Generalist roles

Strong knowledge of employee relations, labor relations, and local employment law

Hands-on experience in: Talent management & succession planning; Performance management & career development

; Compensation & benefits; Recruitment and talent acquisition

Proven ability to drive employee engagement initiatives

Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced, multinational environment

Some perks of joining Henkel

Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid work model, and work from anywhere policy for up to 30 days per year

Diverse national and international growth opportunities

Global wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs

Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks

Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares

Retirement Pension Plan (Corporate DC and CB composition)

Sick Leave

Group Term Life Insurance

Supplementary Workers' Accident Insurance

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.