People Operations Generalist

TL;DR

People Operations Generalist (HR Ops): Managing the employee lifecycle and operational touch-points for hirify.global's team with an accent on Japan-specific compliance and APAC coverage. Focus on operationalizing onboarding and offboarding, managing HRIS transactions in Workday, and ensuring regulatory alignment in the Japanese market.

Location: Hybrid in Tokyo, Japan (Anchor Days: Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays)

Company

hirify.global provides a connected workspace for docs, notes, projects, and AI-driven automation for millions of users globally.

What you will do

• Own end-to-end People Operations execution globally, specifically for the APAC timezone.
• Coordinate onboarding and off-boarding processes, including HRIS setup and background checks.
• Operationalize Japan-specific compliance, social insurance administration, and labor audits.
• Manage day-to-day HRIS transactions and resolve employee requests via the ticketing system.
• Maintain compliance standards (SOC2) and manage employee files and audits.
• Partner with Recruiting, Legal, Finance, and IT to ensure seamless operational execution.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in People/HR Operations within a fast-paced environment.
• Fluency in both Japanese and English (essential for documentation and communication).
• Proficiency with Workday (HCM) and other people management tools.
• Must hold or obtain a Class 2 Occupational Health Manager License within one year.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle sensitive data with discretion.
• Proven ability to collaborate across different functions and time zones.

Nice to have

• Experience with Japan-specific HR rhythms (social insurance, leave admin).
• Experience supporting a global workforce and contingent workers.

Culture & Benefits

• Strong focus on in-person collaboration with designated Anchor Days.
• Inclusive culture valuing diversity and a "builder" mindset.
• Opportunity to work with a cutting-edge AI-integrated productivity tool.
• Equal opportunity employer committed to accessibility and reasonable accommodations.