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TeslaThis job posting was originally in Japanese. The English version is automatically translated. Please visit the company site for the most accurate information.
Tesla is seeking a manager to lead and scale its HR Operations function in Japan. This is a highly impactful management role responsible for building and developing the local HR Ops team, owning the end-to-end employee lifecycle in Japan, and delivering compliant, efficient, and scalable People processes through close collaboration with HRBPs, HR Coordinators, the APAC Ops Hub, IT, Legal, Payroll, and Recruiting. As the Process Owner for core operations spanning onboarding, internal transfers, and offboarding, you will drive standardization, automation, and continuous improvement. You will apply deep knowledge of Japanese labor law, social insurance, and HR systems to ensure operational excellence, data integrity, and an outstanding employee experience. With support from the APAC Ops Hub, you will independently localize APAC standard processes for Japan and lead close communication with business leaders, employees, and HR teams. This role offers the opportunity to shape Japan HR Ops from the ground up, lead a growing team, influence cross-functional ways of working, and contribute to best practices in Japan and across APAC. Responsibilities include leading, coaching, and developing the Japan HR Operations team, including hiring, onboarding, performance management, and development planning; setting team goals, priorities, and performance standards; conducting regular one-on-ones, providing feedback, and carrying out performance reviews; defining the Japan HR Ops operating model; owning the Japan HR Ops roadmap and improvement agenda; and reporting on service delivery, risks, compliance status, and improvement plans. You will oversee the full range of lifecycle operations, including onboarding, internal transfers, offboarding, time and attendance, leave, and payroll-related processes, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and a seamless employee and manager experience. You will drive governance of process standards, process diagnostics, root cause analysis and remediation, automation, system improvements and AI adoption, and the development of KPIs, SLAs, dashboards, and management reports. You will also ensure compliance with Japanese labor laws, social insurance systems, and internal policies; incorporate legislative and regulatory changes; manage internal audits and corrective actions; oversee cross-functional stakeholder management and vendors; and safeguard the accuracy and security of HR data and the integrity of audit trails.
- Bachelor's degree or higher in human resources, industrial relations, business administration, or a related field - 8–10 years of professional experience in HR Operations, including at least 3 years of people management, team leadership, or senior process ownership experience - Deep expertise in Japanese employee lifecycle operations, labor law, and social insurance, with a strong compliance mindset and a track record of risk management - Proven experience building, leading, and developing HR Ops or SSC teams in a multinational company or high-growth environment - Skills in process design, project management, and continuous improvement, with experience driving transformation through automation and systems - Proficiency with HRIS platforms such as Workday and SAP SuccessFactors, as well as HR Ops tools; ability to work with IT on requirements definition, testing, and adoption - Strong data analysis and reporting skills, advanced Excel proficiency, and the ability to turn data into insights for leadership - Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills, with the professional judgment to handle sensitive and complex situations - Japanese: Native or equivalent proficiency - English: Business proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking - Strong ownership, resilience, and attention to detail, with the ability to deliver results in a fast-paced, ambiguous, and high-volume environment
- Additional APAC language skills are a plus
- Commuting allowance (up to ¥50,000 per month) - Comprehensive insurance coverage, including health insurance, employees' pension insurance, employment insurance, and workers' compensation insurance - Annual health checkup and stress assessment - Employee stock ownership and stock purchase plans - Annual salary increases and promotions - Service anniversary awards - 401(k) / company-defined contribution pension plan (optional) - Vehicle purchase loan program (the company covers 50% of the interest) - Vehicle purchase program (Full Self-Driving provided at no cost) - Vehicle rental program - Discounts on company products - Marriage and childbirth congratulatory payments - Babysitting discount coupons - Tesla Baby Program (newborn gift) - Weekends and public holidays off - 15–20 days of annual paid leave per year (the first-year allowance varies depending on the month of hire) - 10 days of sick leave per year (leave for healthcare, mental health care, recuperation, illness or injury, caregiving, nursing care, and childcare) - 1 day of volunteer leave per year (for volunteering and community service activities) - 1 day of anniversary leave per year (for your own, a family member's, or your partner's birthday, or your work anniversary) - Lead and build the Japan HR Operations function during a pivotal period of growth and transformation - Take on direct people management responsibilities and shape the team's culture, capabilities, and performance - Define the local operating model and make a significant impact through operational excellence, automation, and compliance - Gain high visibility with Japan HR leadership, HRBPs, and cross-functional partners - Build world-class HR Operations at a mission-driven company at the forefront of innovation
