About the Role
We are looking for a hands-on and experienced Senior HR Specialist / HR Manager to join our growing team. This role is ideal for an HR professional with a strong foundation in U.S.
HR operations—including payroll, compensation and benefits, immigration and compliance—who also brings experience in supporting global teams. You’ll drive improvements across core HR processes and help build a best-in-class employee experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead or support payroll processing and reporting, in collaboration with finance and third-party providers
- Design, implement, and administer compensation and benefits programs that align with market benchmarks and company goals
- Manage relationships with insurance brokers, support annual benefits renewal, and handle employee communication on benefits
- Support and improve the onboarding and off-boarding process to enhance the employee lifecycle
- Lead HRIS implementation and maintenance, ensuring system integrity and automation of HR workflows
- Coordinate immigration and visa applications (e.g., H-1B, OPT, L-1, green card), partnering with legal counsel and ensuring compliance
- Provide HR support and operational guidance across regions, including in APAC countries
- Ensure compliance with international employment regulations and assist with local HR processes in cross-border operations
- Act as a key point of contact for employees and managers on HR policies, benefits, and compliance
Qualifications
- 5+ years of HR operations experience in the U.S.（Chinese-English Bilingual), with a focus on payroll, benefits, or compensation
- Solid knowledge of federal and state labor regulations and multi-state payroll practices
- Experience handling employee immigration and visa processes in the U.S.
- Familiarity with HRIS systems (e.g., ADP, Workday, Rippling, BambooHR, etc.)
- Strong communication and organizational skills, with attention to detail
- Track record of process improvement, change management, and cross-functional collaboration
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field; HR certification (PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP) a plus
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in or supporting HR operations in APAC countries
- Prior experience in a fast-paced startup or global organization
- Exposure to global mobility and compliance in cross-border team
