HR Manager (HR Operations Focused)
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Salary: $65,000–$105,000 (depending on experience and qualifications)
- Bonus: 15%–18% target
- Benefits package provided in accordance with company policy
Position Summary
We are seeking an HR Manager with a strong focus on HR operations and employee lifecycle execution, rather than recruitment-heavy responsibilities. This role is ideal for someone who can independently run day-to-day HR operations, ensure compliance, and improve internal HR processes.
You will serve as the primary HR point of contact locally and collaborate with the HR team meaning you will have a partner for consultation and coordination—but must be capable of handling core HR operations autonomously.
Key Responsibilities
HR Operations & Administration
- Manage end-to-end HR operations, ensuring accuracy and smooth execution across employee processes
- Maintain employee documentation and ensure secure, compliant HR recordkeeping
- Oversee benefits administration and related paperwork (enrollment, changes, documentation)
Employee Relations & Labor Management
- Manage labor and workplace-related matters, ensuring appropriate policy application and risk mitigation
- Support employee communications and issue resolution as needed
Compliance & Policy Execution
- Ensure compliance with applicable employment laws, internal policies, and procedures
- Support audits, reporting requirements, and compliance documentation
- Maintain and improve compliance processes across HR operations
Payroll & HR Systems Management
- Support payroll administration and ensure accurate HR inputs
- Manage HR systems and data integrity, including updates, audits, and reporting
- Serve as a key user and operational owner of HR systems, including ADP Workforce Now
Performance Management & Evaluation Process Support
- Own evaluation logistics, timelines, documentation, and process coordination
- Improve structure and execution of the performance management cycle
- Provide operational ownership in areas currently lacking dedicated HR support
Cross-Functional & External Collaboration
- Coordinate with HR partners as needed
- Support internal stakeholders with operational HR guidance
Required Qualifications
- 5+ years of HR experience, with a strong focus on HR operations
- Proven ability to independently manage HR functions in a hands-on environment
- Experience using ADP Workforce Now (required)
- Fluent in English (spoken and written)
Preferred Qualifications
- Japanese and/or Spanish language skills
- Experience supporting global or multinational HR environments
- Experience working with Japanese companies or Japan-based stakeholders