Senior Human Resources Specialist - Bilingual in Japanese/English

Job Overview

Job Description

Senior Human Resources Specialist New York, NY
Position: Senior HR Specialist
Work Style: Hybrid (50% in-office, 50% remote)
Location: New York
Salary Range: DOE ($65,000 $90,000)
Language Requirement: Bilingual in Japanese and English

We are seeking a highly skilled and bilingual Senior HR Specialist to join our team. This role requires a versatile HR professional who can manage end-to-end recruitment, payroll, benefits, compliance, and employee relations while supporting strategic HR initiatives.

Key Responsibilities
• Recruit, interview, and manage the hiring process for professional and administrative positions
• Develop recruiting strategies, job descriptions, and manage agency partnerships
• Conduct screening interviews, draft offer letters, and oversee selection through acceptance
• Coordinate background checks and visa processes (Work VISA, Trainee VISA)
• Conduct new hire orientation and onboarding activities
• Prepare payroll data, ensuring compliance with federal and state overtime laws
• Handle payroll deductions (health insurance, 401k, commuting benefits) and coordinate with CPA/ADP
• Manage unemployment responses to DOL
• Administer health insurance updates, 401k contributions, and annual reviews
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local labor and employment laws
• Manage FMLA, PFL, ADA, disability claims, and accommodations
• Maintain Employee Handbook and update policies as needed
• Support compliance training tracking and reporting
• Plan and conduct annual performance and salary reviews
• Contribute to HR systems and strategic compensation programs
• Support culture-building and employee engagement initiatives
• Maintain employee data in HR systems
• Provide employment verifications and process international employee transfers
• Assist with visas, tax coordination, and relocation support for international assignees
• Conduct exit interviews and manage termination paperwork
• Report directly to senior leadership (VP, CFO, COO, or CEO as assigned)

Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree (HR focus preferred)
• 5+ years of HR experience, ideally in a specialist or generalist role
• Bilingual in Japanese and English (required)
• Strong knowledge of payroll, benefits, and labor law compliance
• Skilled communicator with a passion for people and organizational culture
• Proficient in HRIS, MS Office, and familiar with U.S. employment regulations

Compensation & Benefits
• Salary range: $65,000 $90,000, depending on experience
• Hybrid schedule (50% in-office, 50% remote)
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Opportunity to work in a collaborative, international environment

How to Apply
Please email your resume to .
In the subject line, write: PJF-HRSPECIALIST-LN .
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