HR Generalist

HR Generalist Task list

• Collaborate with global HR teams and support multinational HR initiatives
• Act as a strategic HR partner to business units, supporting workforce planning and talent retention
• Manage the recruitment and selection process
• Oversee onboarding and offboarding processes
• Prepare and manage employment contracts, supported by external legal counsel as necessary
• Provide counseling and support to employees and managers, addressing workplace concerns, demands, and grievances, and promoting a positive work environment
• Oversee and manage a performance appraisal system that drives high performance
• Ensure performance-oriented salary levels and standardized salary review processes
• Administer and periodically review compensation structures and benefits offerings to ensure competitiveness and compliance
• Manage payroll process with external payroll provider
• Identify training needs, coordinate learning & development programs, and track their effectiveness
• Prepare HR-related reports and analysis for management and global HQ
• Ensure legal compliance throughout human resource management

• Qualification in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• Proven experience in HR functions (5+ years preferred)
• Experience managing payroll, onboarding/offboarding, and employment contracts with external vendors and legal support
• Experience in HR reporting and salary review processes preferred
• In-depth knowledge of labor law and HR best practices in Japan
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to work effectively in a multinational and cross-cultural environment
• Native level Japanese language ability
• Business-level English proficiency