The HR Generalist will support a broad range of human resources functions, with a primary focus on Compensation & Benefits operations while also contributing to Talent Management initiatives. This role works closely with internal stakeholders to ensure efficient HR processes, compliance with local regulations, and a positive employee experience.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Support the design and implementation of compensation programs by Global Rewards Team to ensure market competitiveness.
- Involved in salary benchmarking exercises and labor market surveys to determine prevailing pay practices.
- Administer employee benefits programs, including health initiatives, insurance, and wellness activities.
- Support / Assist monthly payroll-related processes, time keeping / attendance tracking.
- Respond to employee queries related to compensation and benefits in a timely manner.
- Assist in updating and implementing C&B policies and procedures.
- Prepare and submit regular C&B reports and support audits by providing required documentation.
- Monitor and ensure compliance with local labor laws and regulations.
- Support government-related submissions (e.g., maternity, paternity, and other statutory leave claims).
- Stay updated on market trends and HR best practices.
- Undertake additional duties as assigned from time to time.
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in HR, preferably in Compensation & Benefits or a generalist role.
- Familiar with Japan local regulations and practices is required.
- Hands-on experience in payroll, timekeeping, and HR operations.
- Experience in data collection, reporting, and analysis.
- Prior experience in a multinational or global organization is preferred.
- Proven ability to engage and communicate with diverse stakeholders.
- Proficient in Microsoft applications and other database application programs.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and HR systems/databases (Workday).
- Bilingual proficiency in Japanese and English (spoken and written).
- Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to handle data accurately.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to work across all levels of the organization.
Benefits
- Great Place to Work certified
- Annual Wellness Subsidy
- Birthday Leave
- Wellbeing Leave
- HMO and Life Insurance
Skills Required
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in HR, preferably in Compensation and Benefits or a generalist role
- Hands-on experience in payroll, timekeeping, and HR operations
- Experience in data collection, reporting, and analysis
- Prior experience in a multinational or global organization
- Ability to engage and communicate with diverse stakeholders
- Proficiency in Microsoft applications and other database application programs
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and HR systems or databases, including Workday
- Bilingual proficiency in Japanese and English, spoken and written
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Detail-oriented with the ability to handle data accurately
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to work across all levels of the organization
What We Do
Keywords Studios is an international technical and creative services provider to the global video games industry and beyond. We bring to life digital content that entertains, connects, challenges and educates people worldwide. Established in 1998, and now with more than 65 facilities in 22 countries strategically located in Asia, the Americas, Australia and Europe, we provide integrated art creation, marketing services, software engineering, testing, localization, audio and customer care services across more than 50 languages and 16 games platforms to a blue-chip client base of more than 950 clients across the globe.
