HR Representative (Fluent in Japanese)

We are proud of our legacy, but our focus is on the future, putting our tradition of innovation to work on the new challenges facing global energy production,

Overview & Responsibilities

HR Professional with 3-5 years of prior human resources experience to drive cross-border HR initiatives between our US and Japan teams. This role combines full-cycle HR generalist support, project management, cross-border project leadership, confidential data handling, and cultural/policy advocacy in a fast-paced, global environment.

Key Responsibilities

Bilingual Communication & Collaboration

Serve as the primary HR liaison between US headquarters and the Japan HR team.
Conduct meetings, draft correspondence, and translate HR policies, announcements, training materials, executive communications, and other documents in fluent English and Japanese, ensuring cultural nuance.
Ensure US practices align with Tokyo HQ governance, ethics codes, and reporting calendars.
Partner with Japan HR on employment matters (onboarding, performance management, terminations, benefits alignment).
HR Project Management & Data Synthesis

Lead end-to-end HR projects, including execution and reporting.
Gather and analyze data from multiple sources: employee surveys, pulse polls, HRIS (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors), and ad-hoc business requests.
Create executive-ready presentations (PowerPoint/Google Slides) with clear visuals, actionable insights, and recommendations.
Confidential Data Handling

Process sensitive employee data requests (e.g., verification letters, visa support, compensation reports) with 100% accuracy and compliance (GDPR, CCPA, Japan APPI).
Maintain strict confidentiality and audit-ready documentation.
HR Generalist Support

Support core HR functions: employee relations, benefits administration, compliance reporting, and process improvements.
Coordinate personnel rotations, temporary transfers, and expatriate support with Tokyo HQ.
Lead and support ongoing employee engagement initiatives and projects (e.g., surveys, recognition programs, wellness challenges, and social events) to boost morale, retention, and cross-cultural collaboration.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field.
Three to five years of experience in Human Resources; prior US-Japan or APAC exposure strongly preferred.
Language: Native or bilingual proficiency in English and Japanese (reading, writing, speaking); ability to present complex HR topics fluently in both.
Demonstrated knowledge of HR issues, employment laws, and company-specific HR procedures.
Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgment in handling sensitive issues.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
High attention to detail and organizational skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Technical Skills: Advanced Excel/Google Sheets (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, charts), HRIS proficiency (Workday, SuccessFactors or similar), PowerPoint/Google Slides (executive-level deck design).
Equal Employment Opportunity

Ebara Elliott Energy is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by the federal, state or local laws of the United States. Applicants and employees are protected under U.S. federal law from discrimination.

Ebara Elliott Energy counts on pioneering, creative, and diligent employees to keep us on the cutting edge of the turbomachinery industry. With a highly competitive, market-driven program of compensation, benefits, and wellness initiatives, we provide a best-in-class rewards program.

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