Sr. HR Generalist (Japanese Bilingual)

Sr. HR Generalist (Japanese Bilingual) at Prosum Sr. HR Generalist (Japanese Bilingual) at Prosum in Campbell, California Posted in 9 days ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

This role is with a growing semiconductor industry client from Japan working a hybrid remote schedule 2-3 days/week onsite in San Jose, CA. Bilingual in Japanese/English is required.

Salary Range:

$110,000-$120,000 General HR Leadership & Compliance Administer and maintain core HR functions, including recruiting, onboarding, compensation, benefits, employee relations, leave programs, and policy enforcement. Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries regarding policies, procedures, and workplace issues; escalate complex cases appropriately. Develop and enforce HR policies in compliance with federal, state, and local laws, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of regulatory and best practice changes. Coordinate and attend disciplinary actions, terminations, and internal investigations in accordance with legal and ethical standards. Recruitment & Onboarding Manage the full-cycle recruitment process, including drafting job descriptions, sourcing candidates, conducting interviews, and onboarding new hires. Collaborate with department managers to understand required skills and competencies for roles. Conduct and coordinate background checks, drug tests, employment verifications, and ensure proper documentation for new hires. Facilitate orientation and onboarding to integrate new employees into the organization effectively. Compensation, Benefits & Payroll Conduct market benchmarking and analyze compensation and benefits trends to ensure competitive and market-aligned total rewards strategies. Administer employee benefit programs (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, 401(k), etc.), liaising with brokers and third-party providers as needed. Support annual benefits renewals, open enrollment, and respond to employee benefit questions and claims. Coordinate payroll processing and ensure compliance with wage and hour laws. Performance Management, Training & Development Assist in the development and execution of performance management systems and employee evaluation processes. Monitor training and professional development programs, including compliance training, continuing education, and licensure requirements. Lead or support initiatives for employee engagement, retention, recognition, and morale-building programs. HR Systems, Documentation & Reporting Maintain employee records in the HRIS and file server; audit information regularly to ensure data integrity and compliance. Generate HR reports, metrics, and dashboards for leadership review. Prepare and file compliance documents and reports such as

EEO-1, ACA

filings, and OSHA logs. Immigration & Global Support Coordinate immigration-related matters and documentation for international employees and work assignments (e.g., visas, sponsorships). Collaborate with global HR teams (e.g., Japan, Germany, Ireland, Israel) to support employee assignments, travel compliance, and cross-border processes. Other Responsibilities Continuously assess administrative needs and propose improvements to enhance HR operations and efficiencies. Participate in cross-departmental projects and serve as a resource for organizational change initiatives. Perform other HR-related duties as assigned by leadership.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills. Proven organizational and time management capabilities. Analytical thinker with strong problem-solving abilities. Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality. Deep knowledge of employment law, HR compliance, and HR best practices. Proficient in Microsoft Office and HRIS platforms (e.g., Paychex, ADP, Paylocity).

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field required. At least 3-5 years of progressive human resource experience required; leadership or senior-level experience preferred. SHRM-CP, PHR, or equivalent certification preferred.