Netskope: HR Business Partner — Japan

About Netskope

Netskope develops security and networking technology for cloud, data and AI environments. Its employer introduction identifies the Netskope One platform, a zero-trust engine and the NewEdge network as parts of that offering. The business describes giving organisations visibility and control while maintaining the performance of access to applications and information. This connects cybersecurity with networking: the products address both how digital resources are reached and how their use is controlled and protected.

The position and its setting

Netskope lists HR Business Partner in Japan, under reference 8160918. The details below separate the work described by the employer from essential conditions, preferred experience and practical preparation advice.

• Department: Human Resources Business Partners
• Employer listing date: 27 August 2026

Responsibilities and work described

• Employee Local Support
• Local Employee Point of Contact: Serve as the primary, on-the-ground HR contact for Japanese employees, removing language barriers and providing guidance in native Japanese
• Cultural Transformation Support: Partner with local management to support teams through organizational transitions, helping foster a proactive performance mindset while maintaining team morale and trust
• Employee Engagement: Enhance workplace culture and employee engagement by supporting local office activities, celebration events, and the year-end party
• Operations & Program Delivery
• HR Operations Execution: Support the execution of core HR programs, including employee onboarding, offboarding, performance management cycles, and recognition initiatives
• Global to Local Alignment: Act as a key connector between local Japan workforce needs and broader regional/HQ HR functions, including Talent Acquisition, L&D, and HR Systems teams
• Guidance & Coaching: Provide standard professional advice to employees and line managers on country-specific policies, procedures, and daily management matters
• Compliance & Continuous Improvement
• Compliance & Legal Alignment: Stay up to date on Japanese labor laws, employee benefit plans, and regulatory requirements to ensure daily workplace compliance and reduce operational risk
• Reporting & Process Improvement: Modify local HR processes and create initial reporting/analyses for review by senior HR leadership to optimize local efficiency

Essential requirements and candidate background

• 1–3 years of progressive HR Generalist or HR Operations experience, ideally within a startup, fast-growing technology or multinational environment
• Work on problems of moderate scope, apply company policies to varied situations, and operate with general instructions on daily work
• Native or fluent Japanese (spoken and written) and professional English proficiency, required to bridge communication between local teams and global stakeholders
• High level of empathy, discretion, problem-solving ability, and accountability when handling sensitive employee issues and workplace changes
• Understanding: Japanese employment standards, local leave administration, and employee benefits
• Work on-site at the office on designated in-office days
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience
• Netskope is committed to implementing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment
• Netskope respects your privacy and is committed to protecting the personal information you share with us, please refer to Netskope's Privacy Policy for more details
• The application window for this position is expected to close within 50 days
• You may apply by filling out the below information, or visiting our Netskope Careers site

Preferred experience and additional strengths

• Experience: compensation planning and performance management program is a plus
• Familiarity: HR software platforms such as Workday, CultureAmp, Google Workspace, and Microsoft Office 365 is a plus

Location, schedule and contract conditions

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• Advertised location: Japan

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Pay and application dates

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How to apply to Netskope

Applications follow the official employer page linked below.

Open the official Netskope posting below and match the title and reference 8160918.

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Relevant skills

• MS Office
• AI
• process improvement
• compliance
• recruitment
• stakeholder management
• communication
• language proficiency