Shinji Wada

Shinji Wada is an experienced human resources executive currently serving as Executive Officer and Chief People Officer at Shiseido since October 2023. Prior to this role, Wada held the position of Global Head of People Operations at SmartNews from December 2021 to September 2023, where responsibility included creating and implementing HR strategies across multiple regions. Wada's previous experience at Sony involved driving global HR digital transformation as Deputy Sr. General Manager and managing HR functions as Vice President of Human Resources for PlayStation. With a career that began at Sony Corporation in 1999, Wada has held various roles focused on talent acquisition, compensation, global mobility, and business strategy, showcasing extensive expertise across multiple facets of human resources. Wada earned a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Keio University in 1999.