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Director Human Resources, Japan
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11 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
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8 October 2026
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1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences diagnostics and biotechnology
At Radiometer one of Danahers 15 operating companies our work saves livesand were all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.
Youll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danahers system of continuous improvement you help turn ideas into impact innovating at the speed of life.
At Radiometer life comes first. Our vision is to improve global healthcare with reliable fast and easy patient diagnoses. Were a team that celebrates diverse ideas and continuous improvement. Here youll find a place to grow and make a real impact with your unique perspective driving us forward in improving patient care.
Learn about the Danaher Business Systemwhich makes everything possible.
The HR Director Japan is responsible for serving as the primary HR Business Partner for the Japan organization providing both strategic and handson HR leadershipacross labor relations regulatory compliance employee engagement talent and HR governance.
This role plays a critical part in translating global and regional HR frameworks into effective compliant local execution while enabling People Leadersto lead their teams with confidence clarity and accountability across the full talent lifecycle. The role is designed with a futureoriented mindsetand is expected to evolve over time in response to business needs operating model development and regional priorities.
This position reports tothe Senior Director HR Commercial and Enabling Functions and is part of the HR Business Partner organization located in Japan and will be an onsite role.
In this role you will have the opportunity to:
- Act as the trusted HR Business Partnerto Japan leadership advising on people strategy organizational effectiveness culture and change.
- Translate global and regional HR strategies into practical compliant local execution aligned with Japanese labor laws and business practices.
- Enable and coach People Leadersto confidently lead talent planning performance management development engagement and employee relations.
- Partner with HR COEs(Talent Acquisition Talent Management Total Rewards L&D HR Operations) to deliver endtoend HR solutions across the talent lifecycle.
- Lead labor relationsin Japan including union engagement where applicable and proactively manage peoplerelated risk.
- Drive a strong culture of engagement inclusion integrity and continuous improvement.
- Ensure robust HR governance policy application and data quality in collaboration with regional and global HR teams.
- Contribute to regional or global HR initiatives transformations or timebound projectsas business needs evolve.
The essential requirements of the job include:
- Bachelors degree or higher in Human Resources Business Administration Law or a related field.
- 10 years of progressive HR experience including senior HRBP or country HR leadership roles.
- Deep expertise in Japanese labor law employment regulations and local HR practices.
- Proven experience partnering with senior business leaders and HR COEsto deliver HR programs across the talent lifecycle.
- Demonstrated ability to enable and coach People Leaders
- Ability to operate effectively in a matrixed global organization.
- Businesslevel fluency in Japanese and English.
Travel Motor Vehicle Record & Physical/Environment Requirements:
- Ability to travel domestically within Japan and occasionally internationally (estimated 1020%).
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
- Medical device life sciences pharmaceutical or similarly regulated industries.
- Organizational transformation integration or operating model evolution environments.
Radiometer a Danaher operating company offers a broad array of comprehensive competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether its a health care program or paid time off our programs contribute to life beyond the job.
Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.
At Radiometer we believe in designing a better more sustainable workforce. We recognize the benefits of flexible working arrangements for eligible roles and are committed to providing enriching careers no matter the work arrangement. Additional information about work flexibility will be provided by your interview team.
Join our winning team today. Together well accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrows science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.
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