Job's mission

As Lead II, People Services Asia, you are part of the Asia People Team and play a critical role in driving operational excellence across the region. This role reports to the Asia Head of People and is responsible for overseeing and transforming HR operational processes across Taiwan, Japan, Korea, China, Singapore, and Malaysia.

You will lead regional HR process improvement initiatives, partner with country HR teams to ensure execution excellence, and leverage data and technology to drive automation and insights. This role requires both strategic thinking and hands-on execution in a dynamic, fast-paced, and multicultural environment.

What you will be working on

• Provide oversight and governance of HR operational processes across Asia, ensuring consistency, compliance, and alignment with global standards and local regulations.
• Partner with country HR teams to drive execution excellence and continuous improvement in core HR processes (e.g., onboarding, offboarding, payroll, benefits…etc).
• Lead regional HR process improvement and automation projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams including IT, Finance, and Legal.
• Consolidate best practices from each country and translate them into scalable, cross-country solutions to enhance regional process efficiency.
• Introduce and implement new digital tools where appropriate to support process transformation and operational effectiveness.
• Analyze HR data and metrics to identify trends, generate insights, and support data-driven decision-making.
• Act as a change agent to promote process innovation and enhance employee experience through streamlined HR services.
• Ensure effective implementation of global and regional HR initiatives within the Asia region.

What we are looking for

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of HR operations experience in a multinational company, with regional exposure preferred.
• Proven track record in process redesign, automation, and project management.
• Strong understanding of HR systems, e.g.,SAP SuccessFactors and data analytics tools.
• Fluent in English

What sets you apart

• Experience in Global / Asia HR operations across multiple countries
• Strong stakeholder management and change leadership skills

Role Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Talent Acquisition Lead to lead strategic hiring initiatives across our Japan organization.

This role is an individual contributing role, pivotal in building talent pipelines, enhancing our employer brand, and delivering exceptional candidate and stakeholder experiences.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with hiring managers to drive the full recruitment life cycle, from intake to onboarding.
• Source and attract top-tier talent across all levels—including permanent, contract, internship, and especially new college graduates (NCGs).
• Lead and execute EVP and employer branding initiatives, positioning ASM as an employer of choice in Japan’s competitive STEM market.
• Build and maintain talent pipelines to support business growth, succession planning, and critical hires.
• Develop innovative direct sourcing strategies to reduce agency dependency and improve hiring efficiency.
• Establish strong relationships with universities and STEM organizations to attract and nurture early-career talent, including Ph.D. candidates.
• Work closely in collaboration with People team Japan and wider regional Talent Acquisition teams.
• Conduct strategic intake meetings with hiring managers and People Partners to align sourcing strategies with business needs.
• Provide expert guidance on recruitment matters to HR, hiring managers, and the global TA team.
• Embed global processes locally, ensuring compliance with Japanese labor laws and cultural nuances.
• Champion a world-class candidate experience throughout the recruitment journey.
• Facilitate assessments, interviews, and offer processes with precision and care.
• Manage preferred supplier relationships, ensuring alignment with diversity and experience goals.
• Use data and analytics to inform hiring decisions and continuously improve recruitment outcomes.
• Contribute to global TA projects and initiatives, helping shape the future of ASM’s resourcing function.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Minimum 10 years of hands-on recruitment and talent advisory experience.
• Proven success in NCG hiring, EVP development, and employer branding campaigns.
• Strategic mindset with a proactive approach to talent acquisition.
• Deep understanding of labor market trends and pipeline management.
• Commitment to delivering outstanding candidate and stakeholder experiences.
• Experience hiring STEM and Ph.D. candidates is highly desirable.
• Strong communication skills in both English and Japanese.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across virtual teams and global stakeholders.