HR LOCAL ENTITY GENERALIST

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Philippines; On-site; PHP 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Rail STS S.P.A. in the Philippines is seeking an HR Generalist to manage day-to-day HR operations, master data accuracy, reports and analytics, and support regional HR projects.

The role covers compensation & benefits administration, payroll liaison, compliance with local labor laws, and staff onboarding/offboarding, ensuring an excellent employee experience across the organization.

Job description

Location: (STS)Philippines

Job ID: R0116397

Date Posted: 2026-01-05

Company Name: HITACHI RAIL STS S.P.A.

Profession (Job Category): Human Resources

Job Schedule: Full time

Remote: No

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Job Description

General HR Administration Handle various administrative tasks related to HR operations, including record keeping, document preparation, and responding to employee inquiries.

Maintain the accuracy, integrity and real-time update of all employee master data in the corporate HR System; compile, generate and submit designated HR reports, and conduct in-depth analysis on key HR metrics to support business decision-making as required.

Participate in assigned regional and global HR strategic projects and operational initiatives and proactively contribute actionable insights and practical execution support to drive project completion.

Coordinate cross-functional HR-related communication and collaboration; assist in organizing employee onboarding, offboarding, training and engagement activities to optimize the overall employee experience.

Compensation & Benefits Administration Liaison with payroll service provider, strictly follow the established timeline to ensure the accurate and timely disbursement of bi-monthly payroll for all employees.

Manage the full lifecycle of global job profiles, including employee promotion and demotion procedures; conduct internal position benchmarking against market pay levels to maintain internal equity and external competitiveness of compensation.

Responsible for local staff cost budget planning, tracking and control, as well as the annual merit review process, ensuring alignment with corporate financial targets and HR strategies.

Oversee the monthly reporting process for headcount statistics and staff cost data, guaranteeing data accuracy and timely submission to relevant departments.

Assist in the end-to-end administration of local compensation and benefits programs, including data entry, prompt resolution of employee benefit inquiries, and liaison with external benefits providers; ensure full compliance with all local labor regulations and statutory requirements throughout the process.

Manage employee annual personal income tax filing; liaison with designated tax service providers to offer professional tax support and services for expatriate employees.

Compliance & Policy Adherence: Ensure that all local HR practices and activities fully comply with applicable national & local labor laws, regulations, corporate internal policies and ethical standards; identify potential HR compliance risks, formulate targeted mitigation strategies and provide professional advice to the management team.

Strictly enforce and promote adherence to the Hitachi Code of Conduct across all teams, and conduct regular compliance reminders to standardize employee behaviors.

Draft, revise and timely update the local employee handbook in line with the latest laws, regulations and corporate policy adjustments, and organize the dissemination and training of handbook content to ensure all employees are well-informed.

Maintain complete and traceable compliance records for HR activities; assist in internal and external audits related to HR management, and provide accurate supporting documents as required.

Required Skills/ Knowledge

Minimum 5years progressive experience in a Human Resources Generalist role within a multinational company Education: Bachelor’s degree or above in human resources, Business Administration, and other related fields HR certification (e.g., Mercer certified HR professional programs) is a plus. Expert with SAP & Workday Strong understanding of local labor laws, regulations, taxes and HR best practices. Familiarity with HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, SAP) is highly desirable. Experience with payroll outsource project or HRIS online project

Language and Desired Attributes

Fluency in the local language of the entity and professional proficiency in English are required. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal). Proven ability to build strong relationships and influence stakeholders. Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills. Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion. Proactive, accurate and detail-oriented, adaptable, and able to work independently as well as part of a team. Demonstrates a strong commitment to ethical conduct and employee advocacy.

We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view.

It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Hitachi brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.