HR Specialist

JAC Recruitment; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

JAC Recruitment in Detroit, MI is seeking a Human Resources Specialist to support talent acquisition, onboarding, employee relations, and HR operations in a fast-paced tech startup. You will partner with managers and leadership to foster collaboration, manage performance cycles, compensation processes, and HR reporting while ensuring compliance with policy and Japan labor frameworks.

This hybrid, full-time role offers USD 80,000 to 110,000 annually and presents growth opportunities in global HR

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in HR or related field.
• Minimum of three years HR experience including recruiting and HR generalist responsibilities.
• Solid understanding of Japan's labor legislation and employment frameworks.
• Hands-on experience overseeing recruitment efforts and talent acquisition workflows.
• Strong communication abilities and interpersonal skills.
• Capacity to manage confidential information with sound judgment.
• Working knowledge of HRIS and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end hiring activities, including sourcing, screening, interviews, and process management.
• Support onboarding and orientation for new hires.
• Maintain personnel files and HR records per company policies.
• Provide support for performance reviews and development programs.
• Administer compensation, benefits, leave, and HR inquiries.
• Monitor adherence to labor legislation and HR practices.
• Create programs to improve engagement, retention, and wellbeing.
• Partner with managers on employee relations issues.
• Compile HR reports and workforce metrics.
• Assist with headcount planning and organizational growth.
• Collaborate with international teams on global HR activities.
• Contribute to policy development and HR process improvements.

Skills

Recruiting

HR generalist responsibilities

Employee relations

Communication

Confidentiality

HR analytics

Organizational skills

Cross-cultural collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or Psychology

Tools

HRIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Human Resources Specialist

In this position, you will contribute to the growth of a fast-paced technology startup by overseeing core human resources functions, including talent acquisition, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, HR operations, regulatory compliance, and employee engagement initiatives, while working closely with managers and company leadership to foster a collaborative and high-performing organization

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end hiring activities, including candidate sourcing, applicant screening, interview coordination, and recruitment process management
• Support the onboarding and orientation experience for newly hired employees
• Maintain personnel files and HR records in accordance with company policies and Japanese employment regulations
• Provide support for performance review cycles, employee assessments, and professional development programs
• Administer compensation and benefits processes, leave management, and employee HR inquiries
• Monitor adherence to labor legislation, employment requirements, and established HR practices
• Create and implement programs aimed at improving employee engagement, retention, and wellness
• Partner with managers to address employee relations issues and workplace concerns
• Compile HR reports, workforce data analyses, and recruiting performance metrics
• Assist with headcount planning, organizational expansion, and talent development initiatives
• Work with international teams and support HR-related activities associated with global business growth
• Contribute to policy development efforts and ongoing HR process improvement projects

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or another closely related discipline
• Minimum of three years of experience in human resources, including recruiting, HR generalist responsibilities, or employee relations
• Solid understanding of Japan's labor legislation and employment frameworks
• Hands-on experience overseeing recruitment efforts and talent acquisition workflows
• Strong communication abilities, along with effective interpersonal and organizational skills
• Capacity to manage confidential information with sound judgment and professionalism
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications and human resources information systems (HRIS)
• Strong problem-solving capabilities with close attention to detail
• Ability to succeed in a rapidly evolving and growth-oriented business environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in startup companies or organizations within the technology, robotics, manufacturing, or engineering sectors
• Human resources certification such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or a comparable credential
• Experience partnering with global or cross-border teams
• Professional-level proficiency in both Japanese and English
• Exposure to employee engagement programs, talent management practices, and organizational development activities

Location

Detroit, MI

Employment Type

Full-Time

Work Arrangement

Hybrid

Salary

USD80,000 - 110,000