Japanese Speaking Job - HR/GA - London

Job Title: HR/GA Japanese Speaking

The Skills You\’ll Need: Japanese, HR, CIPD, global mobility

Your New Salary: £40,000-43,000

Location: London Office based

Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time

Start Date: Summer 2025

Working Hours: 35 hours/week

HR / GA Japanese Speaking – Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the company’s performance evaluation cycles.
• Oversee payroll processes for expatriate and local employees.
• Manage tax matters related to expatriate and local staff.
• Handle visa applications, renewals, and ensure legal compliance.
• Administer employee benefits programs and ensure timely updates.
• Manage attendance tracking and leave management systems.
• Maintain and update employee handbooks and HR-related regulations.
• Handle onboarding and offboarding processes for all staff.
• Conduct and analyze employee engagement surveys.
• Collaborate with HQ on global HR reporting and alignment.
• Address harassment, compliance, and workplace issues appropriately.

Skills Needed for Success:

• Proficiency in both Japanese and English.
• Previous experience as an HR Generalist with operational and strategic exposure.
• Familiarity with UK employment law, visa procedures, and compliance standards.
• Experience managing expatriate and local HR issues (e.g., payroll, taxation, benefits).
• Advanced Excel skills.
• Proficiency in SaaS-based HR and administrative tools.
• CIPD qualification or equivalent preferred.

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We would be grateful if you could send your CV as a Word document. If your application is successful, you will be contacted within 7 days. Due to the high volume of applications, we cannot provide individual feedback. Only candidates eligible to work in the UK and able to provide relevant supporting documentation will be considered.

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