Welcome to Warner Bros. Discovery… the stuff dreams are made of.
Who We Are…
When we say, "the stuff dreams are made of," we're not just referring to the world of wizards, dragons and superheroes, or even to the wonders of Planet Earth. Behind WBD's vast portfolio of iconic content and beloved brands, are the
storytellers
bringing our characters to life, the
creators
bringing them to your living rooms and the
dreamers
creating what's next…
From brilliant creatives, to technology trailblazers, across the globe, WBD offers career defining opportunities, thoughtfully curated benefits, and the tools to explore and grow into your best selves. Here you are supported, here you are celebrated, here you can thrive.
Your New Role...
The People & Culture (P&C) Partner is a key position within the Warner Bros. Studios Japan (WBSJ) P&C team. The position will support the P&C team as well as the business by providing solutions to employee-related matters, maintaining a balance between being a strategic business partner and employee champion. This position will continuously challenge the status quo and develop initiatives that ensure WBSJ remains an employer of choice. This position will be located in Tokyo with some anticipated travel.
Your Role Accountabilities...
- Collaborate with the People & Culture (P&C) team to manage and resolve high-volume issues such as employee relations, performance and conflict management, coaching, development, retention, and compliance
- Partner with Talent Leaders, People Solutions, People Relations, and Employment Legal to ensure effective resolution and alignment with company standards
- Provide proactive guidance and training to promote an inclusive, respectful, and safe workplace
- Interpret and implement P&C policies and procedures that support the organization's mission, values, and strategic goals
- Build strong relationships with stakeholders across Japan, APAC, UK, and the US, including Talent Acquisition, Center of Expertise partners, and Business Managers
Work Location
There are three business locations:
- Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo (located in Toshimaen)
- Harry Potter Shop Akasaka
- Harry Potter Shop Harajuku
This position is based at the office of Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo
Qualifications & Experiences...
Essential:
- A minimum of 4 years of experience within Human Resources
- Experience in employee relations and conflict resolution
- Demonstrates strong critical thinking and business advisory skills, combined with the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels and foster strong relationships with employees.
- Knowledge regarding Japanese labour law and compliance
- Demonstrated flexibility and agility, with the ability to manage multiple initiatives and issues with minimal supervision
- Native-level Japanese proficiency, business-level English proficiency required
Desirable:
- Previous experience working in a multinational company and complex global matrix organisation is highly advantageous
- A Bachelor's degree, preferably in Business, Human Resources or a related field
- Genuine curiosity and strong desire to continuously learn, grow, and develop
- Strong organizational skills
- Experience in working with a diverse workforce, including employees from different generations, from different cultures, with disabilities, etc.
- Experience in a retail or customer service environment with a relatively large workforce
Additional Information
On June 9, 2025, Warner Bros. Discovery announced plans to separate into two publicly traded companies, Warner Bros. and Discovery Global, with an expected completion in mid-2026. For more details, including leadership appointments and information on individual brands, please visit our newsroom here.
Although you will be hired by Warner Bros. Discovery, upon the planned separation in 2026, your employment likely will transition to Warner Bros. Company. During this period of transformation, you'll have an exciting opportunity to lay the foundation at one of the world's premier entertainment brands.
How We Get Things Done…
This last bit is probably the most important Here at WBD, our guiding principles are the core values by which we operate and are central to how we get things done. You can find them at
along with some insights from the team on what they mean and how they show up in their day to day. We hope they resonate with you and look forward to discussing them during your interview.
Championing Inclusion at WBD
Warner Bros. Discovery embraces the opportunity to build a workforce that reflects a wide array of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences. Being an equal opportunity employer means that we take seriously our responsibility to consider qualified candidates on the basis of merit, regardless of sex, gender identity, ethnicity, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, disability or any other category protected by law.
If you're a qualified candidate with a disability and you require adjustments or accommodations during the job application and/or recruitment process, please visit our
accessibility page
for instructions to submit your request.
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