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Informa Group

Organizes B2B events, digital platforms, publishing

HR Manager

HR Generalist & Employee RelationsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeTokyo, JapanNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field is required; a master's degree or MBA is preferred.
  • At least 8–10 years of progressive HR experience, including 3–5 years in an HR management role.
  • Experience in events, media, publishing, or B2B services is preferred.
  • Broad HR generalist experience across all HR functions.
  • Proven experience managing HR teams and leading HR initiatives.
  • Deep understanding of Japanese labor laws and employment regulations.
  • Experience working in multinational organizations with matrix structures.
  • Strategic thinking and ability to translate business needs into HR solutions.
  • Strong business acumen and understanding of commercial drivers.
  • Experience in organizational design and workforce planning.
  • Change management expertise.
  • Data-driven decision-making capabilities.
  • Proven leadership skills and ability to influence at all levels.
  • Strong coaching and mentoring abilities.
  • Team management and development experience.
  • Ability to build and maintain effective relationships.
  • Conflict resolution and negotiation skills.
  • Native-level Japanese verbal and written communication skills and business-level English proficiency for regional collaboration.
  • Strong presentation and facilitation skills.
  • Ability to communicate complex HR concepts clearly.
  • Proficiency in HRIS systems such as Workday or SAP SuccessFactors.
  • Advanced Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
  • Experience with HR analytics and reporting tools.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of HR disciplines.
  • Expertise in Japanese employment law and compliance.
  • Strong understanding of compensation and benefits practices.
  • Experience implementing performance management systems.
  • Talent acquisition and retention expertise.
  • Employee relations and conflict resolution expertise.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality, exercise professional judgment, handle sensitive situations, and work effectively across cultures.
  • Japanese proficiency equivalent to JLPT N1 is required.
  • At the time of application, candidates must hold residence status permitting full-time employment in Japan.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with Informa Markets Japan's business objectives and global HR framework.
  • Advise senior leadership and business heads on organizational design, talent management, and people-related matters.
  • Lead workforce planning initiatives and manage organizational structure and resource allocation.
  • Drive organizational change initiatives, restructuring, and transformation programs.
  • Analyze HR data and metrics to provide business decision-making insights and recommendations.
  • Develop and manage the HR department budget.
  • Develop and execute recruitment strategies across levels and functions.
  • Oversee end-to-end recruitment, including job postings, candidate screening, interviews, and offer negotiations.
  • Enhance the employer brand and employee value proposition in the Japanese market.
  • Design and implement onboarding programs.
  • Build talent pipelines for critical roles and succession planning.
  • Manage relationships with recruitment agencies and external hiring partners.
  • Implement and manage performance processes aligned with the global framework.
  • Facilitate objective setting, mid-year reviews, and annual performance evaluations.
  • Design and deliver learning and development programs.
  • Implement career development frameworks and internal mobility programs.
  • Create and execute leadership development initiatives for managers and high-potential employees.
  • Develop succession plans for key positions and critical roles.
  • Manage employee relations issues, including grievances, disciplinary matters, and conflict resolution.
  • Design and implement employee engagement programs and initiatives.
  • Conduct employee engagement surveys and develop action plans based on feedback.
  • Partner with the communications team on HR-related internal communications.
  • Foster a positive workplace culture aligned with company values and behaviors.
  • Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
  • Develop and manage compensation structures aligned with market benchmarks.
  • Lead annual salary reviews, including budget allocation and merit increases.
  • Oversee employee benefits programs, including health insurance, pension, and statutory and voluntary benefits.
  • Conduct job evaluations and maintain internal compensation equity.
  • Design and manage bonus and incentive programs.
  • Conduct market surveys to assess competitive positioning.
  • Ensure compliance with Japanese labor laws, regulations, and statutory requirements.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies and procedures aligned with local laws and global standards.
  • Oversee preparation and management of employment contracts and related documentation.
  • Manage relationships with labor authorities and handle labor-related inquiries.
  • Manage HRIS and ensure data accuracy and integrity.
  • Prepare regular HR reports for local management and the global HR team.
  • Conduct HR audits and implement risk-mitigation strategies.
  • Lead organizational design initiatives to optimize structure and effectiveness.
  • Support business transformation through change-management practices.
  • Drive culture initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness.
  • Implement health, safety, and wellbeing programs.
  • Manage employee exits, including resignations, retirements, and restructuring, with sensitivity and compliance.
  • Ensure alignment with global HR policies, programs, and initiatives.
  • Collaborate with the Asia-Pacific HR team and global HR centers of excellence.
  • Participate in global HR forums and share best practices.
  • Contribute to and implement global HR projects and initiatives.
  • Provide regular updates to regional and global HR leadership.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience managing HR in organizations with more than 200 employees.
  • Experience with mergers, acquisitions, or organizational restructuring.
  • Knowledge of regional HR practices across Asia-Pacific.
  • Experience implementing global HR systems and processes.
  • Bilingual proficiency in Japanese and English.
  • Experience with employee engagement and culture transformation initiatives.

About the Company

Informa Group

Organizes B2B events, digital platforms, publishing

Informa operates internationally in events, digital services, and academic research for B2B audiences. It runs large-scale industry events, provides digital content and networking platforms, and publishes academic research, earning revenue from event tickets, subscriptions, and publication fees. Its differentiators include a global footprint (FTSE 100-listed, 30 countries, 12,000 employees) and a diversified revenue mix across events, digital services, and scholarly publishing. Its goal is to connect professionals, businesses, and researchers by delivering events and digital platforms that enable knowledge exchange and business opportunities worldwide.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Colchester, United Kingdom
Founded
1998

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