Senior Payroll Specialist Global Top Healthcare

Tokyo Permanent Foreign Multinational View Job Description
This role is responsible for leading end-to-end payroll and people operations processes within a global healthcare organisation in Japan. You will ensure compliance, accuracy, and efficiency across payroll, tax, and employee benefits while contributing to HR operations excellence.
  • Own end-to-end payroll in a global healthcare company
  • Blend payroll expertise with broader HR operations scope

About Our Client

Our client is a global healthcare products and services organisation supporting hospitals and healthcare providers worldwide. With established operations in Japan, the company offers a stable yet evolving environment focused on operational excellence and employee support

Job Description

  • Manage end-to-end payroll including monthly cycles, bonuses, and year-end adjustments
  • Oversee social insurance, labour insurance, and benefits administration in coordination with external partners
  • Handle payroll tax processes including resident tax and statutory reporting
  • Ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely delivery of all payroll-related activities
  • Support broader people operations processes and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to optimise HR service delivery



The Successful Applicant

  • Proven experience in payroll and HR operations within Japan
  • Strong knowledge of Japanese payroll processes, tax, and social insurance
  • High attention to detail and ability to manage sensitive data accurately
  • Experience working with external payroll vendors or labour consultants
  • Good communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Native-level Japanese and business-level English preferred



What's on Offer

  • Hybrid working environment in Tokyo
  • Opportunity to work within a global healthcare organisation
  • Exposure to cross-functional HR operations and process improvement initiatives



Contact
Claire Bao
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7037982
Phone number
+81 3 6627 6074

Job summary

Function
Human Resources
Specialisation
Compensation & Benefits
Specialisation
Healthcare / Pharmaceutical
Location
Tokyo
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Claire Bao
Consultant phone
+81 3 6627 6074
Job Reference
JN-062026-7037982
Company Type
Foreign Multinational

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.