Regional HR Lead - Life Sciences

** All applications will be processed immediately. All qualified candidates will receive a reply within two business days. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.********************About Companyヨーロッパ系ライフサイエンス企業Advantages■重要なタイミングでの参画日本事業の大規模な変革期に携われるポジションです！日本は同分野において重要な市場のひとつです。本ポジションでは、日本国内およびAPAC地域における組織開発やチェンジマネジメントの施策をリードしていただきます。■グローバルな連携ヨーロッパやAPAC地域の関係者と密に連携しながら、グローバルな視点で活躍できるポジションです。■APAC地域を含む責任範囲＆キャリアパス本ポジションでは日本に加え、APACの一部諸国のHR業務を担当します。将来的にはAPAC全域をカバーするポジションへのキャリアステップもあります。■チーム構成とレポートラインAPAC HRヘッドに直属で報告と、各国カントリーマネジャーとドットラインで連携します。日本HRチームは少数精鋭チームで、オペレーション業務と国内マネジメントを担当。■ハイブリッド勤務在宅勤務やフレックスタイム制度を活用できます。ResponsibilitiesA strategic HR leadership role with regional impactOur client, a globally respected organization, is seeking a seasoned Regional People Partner to lead the HR agenda across a key sub-region in Asia Pacific. This high-impact role sits in senior leadership teams, aligning people strategies with business goals and driving meaningful transformation across markets.Key HighlightsStrategic seat at sub-regional leadership tablesFull ownership of the People function across countriesInfluence high-growth markets and drive regional transformationLead initiatives across Talent, Culture, Rewards, and ChangeRepresent the company externally across APACKey ResponsibilitiesStrategic HR LeadershipJoin sub-regional leadership teams to embed HR in major decisionsAct as a trusted advisor to senior leaders on people strategyDevelop and execute tailored people strategies aligned with business growthTalent & Culture EnablementLead all HR disciplines: Talent Management, Compensation & Benefits, Culture, Employee ExperienceDrive performance and succession planning to strengthen leadership pipelinesConduct learning needs assessments and implement development programsGuide organizational transitions and cultural shiftsProjects & Brand RepresentationLead key HR projects spanning global, regional, and local needs Strengthen and embed company culture across sub-region teamsServe as a brand ambassador at industry events and external engagementsThis is a rare opportunity to shape people strategy at a regional level within a high-performing global organization.QualificationsNative / Fluent Japanese language skills and permission to work in Japan requiredBachelor’s degree or aboveBusiness level English10-15+ years relevant HR experienceGood stakeholder management skillsStrong business acumenStrong facilitation, consulting, relationship-building, influence, negotiation skills, and project management skillsStrong communication skillsGood business acumenGood PC skills〈Welcome〉Life sciences industry experience a plus (but not required)Experience with regional HR roles a plus!Trilingual capability welcome! (Japanese, English, and mandarin/other languages)SalaryCompany is considering candidates up to 20M JPY annual (client may consider higher salary based on candidate skills and experience)LocationTokyo, JapanWorking styleHybrid working styleReportAPAC HR HeadCareer Scout Japan K.K. focuses on senior level human resources recruiting for European and U.S. companies in Japan. If you do not want to apply to this job but wish to have a confidential conversation please e-mail: matthew@careerscout.co.jp