Strategic & Compliant HR Consulting in Japan
Japan’s employment regulations are unique, highly structured, and unforgiving when violated. SBC Group offers professional HR consulting services to help foreign and Japanese companies manage their human resources legally and strategically. From onboarding and contracts to disciplinary actions and exit management, we provide the frameworks and guidance to protect your business and optimize your workforce.
Our HR Consulting Services Include
✅ Employment Contract Drafting
Custom bilingual contracts aligned with Japanese labor laws (fixed-term, permanent, remote, etc.)
✅ HR Policy Development
Creation or review of company handbooks, work rules, and benefit programs
✅ Labor Law Compliance Advisory
Interpretation of Japanese labor codes, working hour rules, paid leave, termination, and dispute procedures
✅ Hiring & Onboarding Support
HR best practices for new employee integration, document collection, and registrations
✅ Disciplinary & Termination Guidance
Risk-managed termination procedures, documentation support, and labor dispute resolution
✅ Performance & Compensation Structuring
Advice on pay structures, bonus plans, equity options, and employee incentives
✅ Remote Work & Flexible Policies
Creating compliant systems for hybrid or remote employees, including time tracking and reporting
Who We Support
SBC’s HR consulting is ideal for:
- Foreign companies unfamiliar with Japan’s labor laws
- Startups building HR systems from scratch
- Companies employing local or expatriate staff
- Businesses facing employee disputes or restructuring
- Clients using our payroll, employment outsourcing, or nominee director services
Common Compliance Risks We Help You Avoid
❌ Incomplete employment contracts
❌ Unlawful termination or severance practices
❌ Non-compliance with working hour or overtime rules
❌ Poorly implemented workplace policies
❌ Mismanagement of paid leave, benefits, or social insurance obligations
SBC helps you avoid these issues with clear, proactive HR strategies grounded in Japanese law.
Why Choose SBC Group for HR Consulting?
📘 Deep Legal Understanding
Guidance based on current Japanese labor laws and government practices
🌐 Bilingual Support
English and Japanese service for foreign HR teams or local offices
🧾 Integrated Services
HR aligned with payroll, employment contracts, immigration, and tax compliance
🧠 Tailored Advisory
We adapt HR structures to your size, industry, and internal resources
📍 Tokyo-Based with Nationwide Reach
We support companies with employees throughout Japan
Start Building a Legally Sound Workforce in Japan
Don’t let cultural or legal misunderstandings derail your team. SBC Group equips you with the HR structures and legal protection needed to operate confidently and compliantly in Japan.
Contact us today to discuss a custom HR advisory plan.
Contact Information
📍 4-3-9 Nihonbashimuromachi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-0022
📧 contactus@sbc.gr.jp
📞 +(81) 3 6262 5444