HR Site Partner - Japan (F/M/X)

Solvay is all about chemistry. We’re not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet’s beauty for the generations to come.

​About the role

• Our HR team, composed of 1 people, is integrated in the HR department and focuses on People management in collaboration with Japan management and Labor.

• As a HR Site Partner, you will work on Labor management to support Management team and people manager . You will get the opportunity to contribute to enhancing labor efficiency across diverse operational departments and have a positive impact on driveing sustainable business growth while elevating employee satisfaction and retention..

• You will be accountable for:

  • Ensure local implementation and roll out of global, and country HR programs, processes, tools and systems in the site (Rewards, performance management, yearly compensation review…etc)

  • Develop site local HR policy/program and organize regular review to ensure the alignment with group guidance and market practice as well as compliance with local legislation.

  • Plan and deliver the communications to employees regarding different HR programs/initiative to enhance transparency and understanding.

  • Close collaboration with existing HR resources in local like TA, GBS to develop and manage transversal HR policies process and programs applied for the whole site.

  • Work as focal HR partner to support manager for the employee full life cycle from onboarding until off boarding, coordinate with other HR domains to provide expertise HR consultation, recommendation and solutions to meet business needs.

  • Lead local social process as key communication stakeholder with union and responsible for individual/mass contract dissolution upon company organization change. Maintain positive working relationships with Employee representatives and Unions.

  • Be the HR representative for external related affairs.

• We offer a permanent contract based on hybrid working mode.

About you

• Relevant education degree or equivalent in any field.

• Relevant 5 years' work experience in Labor management in Japan.

• Competencies:

  • Labor Law Knowledge

  • Labour Union management

  • Coordination skill

  • Communication skill

• Behaviors:

  • Professional Mindset and open mind

  • Collaborative behavior

About the pay and benefits

• Attractive and equitable pay for all: compensation is determined within a range to foster your development in the role. While the primary country base pay reasonably expected for this role is 7,000,000 yen to 10,000,000 yen per annual, your salary may ultimately be higher or lower based on your skills and experience. Additionally, we provide a competitive total rewards package that includes a bonus and/or other incentives.

• Solvay Cares program: minimum of 16 weeks of parenting leave for all employees and package with healthcare, disability and life insurance coverage.

• Prioritization of well-being: work-life balance promotion, flexible approach to work part-time or hybrid work arrangements (depending on the type of job), employee assistance program with access to physical and psychological support.

• Professional development: prioritization of internal talents for career progression, access to a training platform, opportunities to join Employee Resource Groups (ERG) for experience sharing and mentorship and free language courses.​

About us

• Solvay, a pioneering chemical company with a legacy rooted in founder Ernest Solvay's pivotal innovations in the soda ash process, is dedicated to delivering essential solutions globally through its workforce of over 9,000 employees. Since 1863, Solvay harnesses the power of chemistry to create innovative, sustainable solutions that answer the world’s most essential needs such as purifying the air we breathe and the water we drink, preserving our food supplies, protecting our health and well-being, creating eco-friendly clothing, making the tires of our cars more sustainable and cleaning and protecting our homes. As a world-leading company with €4.9 billion in net sales in 2023 and listings on Euronext Brussels and Paris (SOLB), its unwavering commitment drives the transition to a carbon-neutral future by 2050, underscoring its dedication to sustainability and a fair and just transition.
• At Solvay, we seek to promote unity and not uniformity. We value the diversity that individuals bring and we invite you to consider a future with us, regardless of background, age, gender, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, ability or identity. We encourage individuals who may require any assistance or accommodations to let us know to ensure a seamless application experience. We are here to support you throughout the application journey and want to ensure all candidates are treated equally. If you are unsure whether you meet all the criteria or qualifications listed in the job description, we still encourage you to apply.

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