HR Specialist (m/f/d) - Mandarin Speaking

J&T Express Germany GmbH; Karlsfeld; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Long-term career growth

Independent decision-making

Multicultural environment

Job summary

J&T Express Germany GmbH in Karlsfeld (Munich Area) seeks a hands-on HR Generalist to manage daily HR operations on-site. You will handle onboarding, contracts, payroll coordination, and employee records while supporting recruitment and policy guidance.

Fluent Mandarin Chinese is mandatory; strong English or German skills are required. Prior HR administration experience and knowledge of German labor law are preferred. On‑site work in Karlsfeld is expected.

Qualifications

• Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, psychology or related field.
• Experience in HR administration or generalist role.
• Fluent Mandarin Chinese is mandatory.
• Good command of either English or German; knowledge of both is a plus.
• Knowledge of German labor law and local HR processes is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Be the primary HR contact for employees, supervisors and management at Karlsfeld.
• Manage daily HR operations and hands-on support across all HR matters.
• Handle onboarding, contracts, personnel changes, documentation and offboarding.
• Support recruitment activities: job postings, screening, interview coordination.
• Prepare and maintain employee records, files and HR documentation.
• Coordinate time and attendance, leave requests and payroll-related info.
• Support payroll preparation with central HR and payroll teams.
• Guide managers and employees on HR policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with German labor law and internal policies.
• Facilitate communication between local ops, Mandarin-speaking management and HR HQ.
• Work with Regional Manager on workforce planning and employee relations.
• Collaborate with central HR to ensure consistent processes.

Skills

Mandarin Chinese

Languages (English or German)

Organizational skills

Interpersonal communication

Proactive problem-solving

Education

HR/Business/psychology degree or similar

Tools

MS Office

HR systems

Job description

J&T Express Germany | Karlsfeld (Munich Area) | Full-time | On-site

About J&T Express

J&T Express is a rapidly growing international logistics and express delivery company with a strong presence across Asia and an expanding network in Europe.

Your Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR contact for employees, supervisors and management at the Karlsfeld location.
• Manage daily HR operations and provide hands‑on support across all HR‑related matters.
• Handle the entire employee lifecycle, including onboarding, employment contracts, personnel changes, employee documentation and offboarding.
• Support recruitment activities, including job postings, candidate screening, interview coordination and communication with hiring managers.
• Prepare and maintain accurate employee records, personnel files and HR documentation.
• Coordinate time and attendance records, absence management, leave requests and payroll‑related information.
• Support payroll preparation in close cooperation with the central HR and payroll teams.
• Provide guidance to managers and employees regarding HR policies, internal procedures and employment‑related matters.
• Support compliance with German labor law, employment regulations and internal company policies.
• Facilitate effective communication between local operations, Chinese‑speaking management and the HR headquarters in Nieder‑Olm.
• Work closely with the Regional Manager on workforce planning, employee relations and organizational development.
• Collaborate with the central HR team to ensure consistent HR processes, reporting standards and company policies across all locations.
• Identify opportunities to improve local HR workflows and contribute to the ongoing development of HR structures in Germany.

Your Profile

• Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology or a related field, or a comparable professional qualification.
• Previous experience in HR administration, HR operations, HR generalist functions or a similar position.
• Fluent Mandarin Chinese is mandatory.
• Good command of either English or German is required. Knowledge of both languages is an advantage.
• Knowledge of German labor law and local HR administration processes is preferred.
• Experience in logistics, transportation, e‑commerce or other operational environments is an advantage.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple HR tasks independently.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to interact confidently with employees and management.
• A proactive, hands‑on and solution‑oriented working style.
• High level of discretion when handling confidential employee information.
• Proficiency in MS Office and familiarity with HR systems.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and fast‑paced environment.
• Willingness to work fully on‑site in Karlsfeld.

What We Offer

• The opportunity to join a fast‑growing international logistics company expanding its operations across Germany and Europe.
• A diverse and responsible HR position with direct exposure to regional management.
• Close collaboration with both local leadership and our central HR team in Nieder‑Olm.
• The opportunity to actively contribute to building and improving HR structures and processes.
• A dynamic, international working environment with colleagues from different cultural backgrounds.
• Professional development opportunities and long‑term career growth within an expanding organization.
• A supportive team environment with room for initiative and independent decision‑making.