People Partner Japan

About the role

The People Partner delivers comprehensive HR support to the business leaders and managers of Marsh People & Investments (MPI) in Japan. The role sets an annual people plan aligned with the Japan people strategy, supports MPI's business priorities and owns the day-to-day delivery of HR services with a high standard of operational excellence. It works closely with the Japan Centers of Excellence (COEs) and HR Shared Services, and acts as a strategic HR advisor to the MPI leadership team.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to MPI business leaders on people strategy, organizational design and organizational effectiveness
• Provide expert guidance on complex people matters, reflecting Japan's legal requirements, regulatory environment and market conditions
• Maintain a strong understanding of the Japan and Marsh people strategy and communicate it to MPI leaders and stakeholders
• Facilitate strategic conversations and build partnerships between MPI business leaders and people function partners
• Drive excellence in HR service delivery and process standardization
• Partner with COEs and HR Shared Services to turn business and HR needs into high-quality, cost-effective services
• Support talent management, compensation and benefits, diversity and inclusion, and organizational effectiveness initiatives
• Partner with the Employee Relations COE on policy matters, process standardization and escalation of complex cases
• Represent the business in regulatory and statutory processes, including labor-management consultations and engagement with immigration authorities
• Build collaborative relationships with other function and business leaders, and collaborate with Marsh's regional People team on cross-border matters

Required profile

• 15+ years of progressive HR experience, including as an HR Business Partner and/or HR Manager
• Business-level English and native-level Japanese
• Proven ability to drive organizational effectiveness and change initiatives
• Strong advisory and consulting capabilities and a pragmatic approach to problem-solving
• Track record managing complex operations efficiently and with quality
• Ability to build high-performing, inclusive teams and partnerships across business units
• High learning agility and strategic orientation

What we offer

• Professional development opportunities and interesting work
• A vibrant, inclusive culture with supportive leaders
• A range of career opportunities, benefits and rewards
• Hybrid work, with at least three days per week in the local office