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Who We Are At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities. The Role We are actively searching for a Director, HR Business Partner (HRBP) based in Tokyo, to play a pivotal role in driving the HR strategies that will fuel Kyndryl Japan's business growth. This role isn't just about executing HR plans—it’s about shaping the people strategy that will empower the organization to thrive in a rapidly evolving market. You will support the VP of Japan HR and work closely with senior leaders to establish HR initiatives that make a tangible impact on business outcomes while cultivating a workplace recognized as an Employer of Choice. As a Director, HRBP, you’ll provide consultation to senior leadership to align the people agenda with the company’s goals. You’ll craft and implement full life-cycle HR programs, ranging from talent management to compensation strategies and performance management, ensuring they meet the needs of today’s workforce. Partnering with the Recruiting team, you will expedite the hiring process to bring in top talent, from fresh graduates to experienced professionals. In this role, you'll also champion leadership development, creating a pipeline of strong leaders who can drive the business forward while enhancing employee retention. Your expertise will be critical in solving complex, sensitive issues, always ensuring alignment with local legislation and business needs. Analyzing People Insights will be key in transforming data into actionable strategies, enabling you to lead organizational design efforts and engagement initiatives that promote a culture of growth and transformation. Collaboration will be at the heart of your success, as you work with global Centers of Excellence (CoEs) to implement HR transformation initiatives tailored to the Japanese market. Additionally, fostering an inclusive and diverse environment will be a top priority, ensuring every employee feels valued. You will also manage one of the company's subsidiaries, ensuring full compliance with Japanese legal requirements, including diversity mandates and regulations regarding persons with disabilities (PwD), employee relations (ER), and labor relations (LR). Your Future at Kyndryl Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career. We have opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else, including hands-on experience, learning opportunities, and certification programs. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here. Who You Are You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important – you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer-focused – someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you’re open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others. Required Technical and Professional Experience Bachelor's degree Bilingual Japanese/English is required 7+ years' HR experience as an HRBP or HR Generalist Excellent business and HR acumen Organizational, critical and logical thinking, analytical skills and problem-solving skills Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting Positive engagement with multiple partners Adaptability and agility in dealing with ambiguous situations and diverse culture in a rapidly changing market Demonstrated collaborative skills and ability to work well within a team High degree of proficiency MS Office Suite Excellent verbal and written communication skills Preferred Technical and Professional Experience Expert knowledge with Workday Working in a global, cross-cultural, and matrixed environment highly preferred Being You Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single-handily: Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way. What You Can Expect With state-of-the-art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well-being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learning programs give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company-wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non-profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed. Get Referred! If you know someone that works at Kyndryl, when asked ‘How Did You Hear About Us’ during the application process, select ‘Employee Referral’ and enter your contact's Kyndryl email address. We’re glad you’re here. Take a look around at the many exciting career opportunities we have available and apply today! Can’t find a suitable job opening? Drop off your CV/Resume Drop off your CV/Resume and a Recruiter will reach out with related career information that match your experience and expertise. 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