Human Resource Specialist-Bilingual Japanese

Murata; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off including holidays

401(k) employer match

Hybrid work schedule

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible spending accounts

Talent Development program

Job summary

Murata Electronics is seeking a Human Resources Specialist – Bilingual Japanese to provide HR operational support for Inpat employees. The role collaborates with internal departments and external vendors, ensuring timely HR processes while maintaining compliance.

Hybrid work from Atlanta, GA or Dallas, TX is offered. Your responsibilities include maintaining records, generating HR reports, supporting system updates, and coordinating performance reviews with a strong focus on confidentiality and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2+ years’ experience in employee support, HR operations, or a coordination role.
• Advanced verbal and written proficiency in Japanese for daily business communication with Inpats.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel.
• Attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate employee records in HRIS and support data changes.
• Produce regular and ad hoc HR reports and dashboards to support decision making.
• Support HR system updates, data reconciliation, and testing during implementations.
• Manage day-to-day HR administrative tasks and processes.
• Administer performance review processes and track completion.

Skills

Bilingual Japanese

HR operations

Stakeholder communication

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Job description

Human Resources Specialist - Bilingual Japanese For 80 years, Murata Electronics has been a tireless innovator, committed to developing technologies that profoundly change the world around us. Our solutions are inside more state-of-the-art products than you may imagine. Additionally, we enable other global companies to turn their visions into reality – from mobile communications to computers and networking, medical devices to power solutions, smart home technologies to automotive electronics. Our past innovations drive today's technology – and our present innovations are shaping tomorrow's. Whatever the future holds, you can be sure that Murata will be a part of it. Why Consider This Job Opportunity Murata Electronics has international assignees (Inpats) from Japan working across U.S locations. The HR Specialist provides HR operational and timely support for the Inpat employees, enabling them to progress and successfully complete their individual assignments. This position coordinates with internal departments, external vendors, professional service providers, and other stakeholders. The HR Specialist is responsible for multiple areas and may change based on business and individual needs. Workplace Policy Hybrid from Atlanta, GA or Dallas, TX

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate employee records in HRIS (personal data, job changes, promotions, terminations).
• Produce regular and ad hoc HR reports and dashboards (headcount, turnover, vacancy, new hires) to support decision making.
• Support HR system updates, data reconciliations, and testing during implementations.
• Support HR processes: collect approvals, prepare input files, and track timelines.
• Administer performance review processes: distribute forms, track completion, compile results and reminders.
• Maintain compliance documentation and assist with audits, mandatory notices and policy distribution.
• Identify and document opportunities to streamline HR operational processes.
• Manage day-to-day HR administrative tasks: employment verifications, letters, filing, AAP/EEOC, etc.
• HRIS data feed accuracy between SuccessFactors and Dayforce working with IT department.
• HRIS issue resolution when needed.

Miscellaneous Job Responsibilities

• Perform other Inpat-related duties as assigned, adapting to changing business needs, policies, and individual circumstances.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• 2+ years’ experience in employee support, HR operations, general administration, executive support, customer service, or a comparable coordination role.
• Advanced verbal and written proficiency in Japanese for daily business communication with Inpats.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships with employees, internal stakeholders, and external vendors.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records, track multiple cases and deadlines, and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Strong task-management skills and ability to prioritize recurring work, urgent requests, and changing needs.
• Proactive, service-oriented, confidential, and flexible approach is essential.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting expatriates or international assignees, global mobility, immigration visas and taxes, benefits, travel, or employee relocation.
• Experience coordinating with external vendors or professional service providers; familiarity with AGAVE, Cigna, HR or expense systems, or Excel-based tracking tools is helpful.

Travel

• Some domestic travel required to communicate with Inpats.

Perks

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous Paid Time Off including paid holidays and floating holidays.
• 401(k) employer match on retirement planning.
• Hybrid working schedule for eligible positions.
• Tuition reimbursement on approved programs.
• Flexible and health spending accounts.
• Talent Development program.

Imagine the possibilities as a member of Murata's innovative global team. Be an innovator - Join Murata! Murata offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/Disabilities/Veterans