Position Summary
We are looking for an HR Specialist who will own core Compensation & Benefits (C&B) operations and drive business efficiency through process optimization and continuous workflow improvement. In this role, you will ensure operational excellence, maintain strict regulatory compliance, and proactively resolve HR inquiries. While prior AI expertise is not required, you should have a strong interest and willingness to leverage modern productivity tools and data to streamline administrative tasks and build a scalable HR infrastructure.

What You’ll Do (Key Responsibilities)
1. Compensation & Benefits Operations

• Payroll & Compliance: Own and execute accurate end-to-end monthly payroll processing, tax filings, social insurance, and severance management in coordination with outsourcing vendors.
• C&B Administration: Administer company benefit programs, time & attendance, and overtime tracking/payment.
• Annual & Ad-hoc Processes: Execute regular compensation cycles including bonus distribution, year-end tax settlements, market benchmarking, and ad-hoc C&B projects.
• Employee Relations: Address employee inquiries regarding payroll, benefits, and HR policies with a proactive, customer-centric approach.

2. HR Operations & Process Improvement

• Labor Compliance & SOP: Ensure strict compliance with Korean labor laws, tax regulations, and internal governance, including Dispatch/Outsourcing (DSOT) policies and SOPs.
• HR Analytics & Budgeting: Support annual HR budgeting, monthly expense tracking, and generate data-driven reports using Excel or ERP systems.
• Workflow Automation & AI: Actively explore and apply productivity tools (e.g., AI tools, Excel automation) to streamline repetitive administrative tasks and enhance efficiency.
• Global & Local Collaboration: Partner closely with regional/global HR teams and support local site HR events and initiatives.

Requirements (Must-Have)

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience Level:
  • 4+ years of professional HR operations experience.
  • Minimum 2+ years of hands-on experience in payroll and C&B operations.
• Labor Law & Compliance: Solid understanding and practical working experience with Korean labor standards act, tax laws, and 4 major social insurances.
• Language Proficiency: Business fluency in both English and Korean (comfortable with English written/verbal reporting and cross-border collaboration).
• Core Skills: High numerical accuracy, strong analytical capabilities, and proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel).

Preferred Qualifications (Nice-to-Have)

• Open-mindedness toward Technology: Strong curiosity and willingness to learn/utilize AI productivity tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot) to optimize daily workflows.
• Adaptability: Demonstrated flexibility to thrive in dynamic environments across various company stages.
• Global Exposure: Experience collaborating with cross-functional or cross-regional teams in a multinational context.