HR Generalist, Japan

Company Description

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our theme parks and consumer experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, and have world-renowned theme parks and attractions through Universal Destinations & Experiences. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

Comcast NBCUniversal has announced its intent to create a new publicly traded company ('SpinCo') comprised of most of NBCUniversal's cable television networks, including USA Network, CNBC, MSNBC, Oxygen, E!, SYFY and Golf Channel along with complementary digital assets Fandango, Rotten Tomatoes, GolfNow, GolfPass, and SportsEngine. The well-capitalized company will have significant scale as a pure-play set of assets anchored by leading news, sports and entertainment content. The spin-off is expected to be completed during 2025.

Job Description

You will be responsible for providing effective and comprehensive HR support across all of our businesses in Japan to enhance the employee experience. The key result areas of your role include HR operations and systems, Payroll & Benefits, HR Data and Analytics, employee relations and services, and employee life cycle management.

You will report to the HR Director for Japan and partner closely with the broader HR community in APAC, as well as business managers in Japan.

Key Responsibilities:

HRIS, Data Analytics and Reporting

• Manage and own all systems of record (e.g., HR data in HRIS). Ensure e-files are created, updated, and archived as required, in a timely and accurate manner.
• Ensure data security and compliance.
• Participate in Global HRIS Projects and other projects as required.

Payroll & Benefits

• Ensure smooth monthly payroll processing and key timelines are adhered to.
• Manage payroll outsourcing vendor for improved employee services. Review outsourcing services on a regular basis to improve productivity.
• Partnering with Global Benefits Team and external HR vendor management, facilitate timely renewals of benefits, payment processing and smooth employee experience on benefit claim matters.

Employee Lifecycle and Experiences

• Administer end-to-end employee lifecycle process from onboarding to offboarding.
• Facilitate induction programs, new employee orientation training, and exit interviews for both new hires and departing employees.
• Provide support to the design and implementation of employee experience programs

Employee Relations and Services

• Provide advice and procedural guidance to managers and employees on employee-related matters, including, but not limited to, attendance/performance management, disciplinary actions, grievances, and organizational changes, in compliance with legislation and company policies.
• Ensure consistency and full compliance of HR policies, practices and processes
• Partner with the employment law team to review and update the employee handbook to reflect legislative changes.
• Manage and respond to more complex HR queries and requests promptly.
• Serve as first contact for employee on welfare, safety and wellness and advise  employees on multiple support venues, such as the company doctor and EAP.

Other Support

• Coordinate training/learning program logistics as needed
• Participate in global HR programs as needed

Qualifications

Basic Requirements: 

• 3-5 years of HR operational experience.
• Fluent in both English and Japanese.  Able to use English effectively as a working language.
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), and advanced proficiency with HRIS systems.
• Experienced in data analysis and interpretation
• Demonstrated ability to practice discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information.

Desired Characteristics: 

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a strong client support orientation.
• Effective team player, capable of working effectively in a multinational, matrix environment.
• Results-oriented, with a proven ability to handle multiple and competing priorities.
• Skilled in process management, with strong attention to detail.
• Strong project management skills, with a demonstrated track record of delivering results.
• Able to work independently

Additional Information

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require support throughout the application and/or recruitment process as a result of your disability, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation. You can submit your request to [email protected].