About This Role
As an HR Specialist, you will play a crucial role in the growth of a fast-paced technology startup by managing essential human resources functions. This position involves collaborating with managers and company leadership to foster a collaborative and high-performing organization.
Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end hiring activities, including candidate sourcing, applicant screening, interview coordination, and recruitment process management
- Support the onboarding and orientation experience for newly hired employees
- Maintain personnel files and HR records in accordance with company policies and Japanese employment regulations
- Provide support for performance review cycles, employee assessments, and professional development programs
- Administer compensation and benefits processes, leave management, and employee HR inquiries
- Monitor adherence to labor legislation, employment requirements, and established HR practices
- Create and implement programs aimed at improving employee engagement, retention, and wellness
- Partner with managers to address employee relations issues and workplace concerns
- Compile HR reports, workforce data analyses, and recruiting performance metrics
- Assist with headcount planning, organizational expansion, and talent development initiatives
- Work with international teams and support HR-related activities associated with global business growth
- Contribute to policy development efforts and ongoing HR process improvement projects
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or another closely related discipline
- Minimum of three years of experience in human resources, including recruiting, HR generalist responsibilities, or employee relations
- Solid understanding of Japan's labor legislation and employment frameworks
- Hands-on experience overseeing recruitment efforts and talent acquisition workflows
- Strong communication abilities, along with effective interpersonal and organizational skills
- Capacity to manage confidential information with sound judgment and professionalism
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and human resources information systems (HRIS)
- Strong problem-solving capabilities with close attention to detail
- Ability to succeed in a rapidly evolving and growth-oriented business environment
Nice to have:
- Background in startup companies or organizations within the technology, robotics, manufacturing, or engineering sectors
- Human resources certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or a comparable credential
- Experience partnering with global or cross-border teams
