About the Opportunity

In conjunction with the Discova People & Culture Leader, this role is accountable for the operational management and future direction of the HR discipline. The role will also act as the local teams HR advisor as outlined below, as well as HR expertise and guidance to the business leaders. The HR Generalist will work closely with local General Manager as well as with the Japan HR Manager (from our sister brand FCM), to play a critical role in the implementation of strategy and initiatives to attract the right talent, to promote and discipline a healthy and safe work environment, to maintain business administration and collaborate with payroll vendor and finance teams.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe and positive place to work through assisting leaders in building a cohesive and inclusive culture, team outings, share lunches/dinners, townhalls etc
• Provide light HR advice and guidance to leaders in the business
• Work closely with Country Manager to assist in executing People and Culture strategies
• Generate and prepare documents (employee related) in a timely manner
• Support in recruiting the right people to the right roles
• In charge of onboarding new people following the Discova Experience one best way program
• Identify educational gaps in teams and discuss with wider People and Culture team on how to close the gaps
• Advice to business leaders on performance management, probation evaluations, policies, handbook and legislative requirements
• Ensure correct data and alignment regarding employee movement for monthly payroll registration
• Conduct Exit surveys 
• Manage documentation for work permits and visas 
• Ensure offboarding and onboarding procedures are consistent and followed
• In charge of yearly health check ups
• In charge of employee and HR folders are up to date and correct filing (online and offline)
• Assist with monthly reports, salary benchmarking, JD's and KPI alignment
• Administration of business registration, licenses and workplace health and safety. As applicable in your region
• Ensure Rules of Employment and any other legislation is up to date and communicated.

About you

• Minimum 2 years experience in HR
• Japan citizen with business level english
• HR degree/qualification 
• Knowledge of HR policies, law and procedures in Japan
• Experience in an international company working cross cultures is an advantage
• Outstanding employee care focus is essential
• Results orientated and driven is essential

About Us

As a leading global destination management company, operating in numerous destinations across Asia, being a part of the Discova team means being in your element.

Discova holds responsible travel at its core, working responsibly with customers, host communities and local business partners to offer the best value, highly rated experiences with customer satisfaction as a hallmark of their service. As a company, we provide thrilling global career advancement opportunities, a wonderful and supportive team culture, distinctive leave benefits, and social events that stand out in the industry.

To be part of the Discova family is to be in your element, and being in your element means: being the best you can be in any situation; doing what you love whatever your role is; and being valued for who you are and what you do; continuing to grow as the world changes; joining a family that creates a world of possibilities.

To learn more about Discova click: https://www.discova.com/ 

Work Perks!

What’s in it for you: We are renowned internationally for having amazing perks and an even better culture. We understand that our people are our most valuable asset. It is the passion and dedication of our teams that keep the company on top of the industry ladder. It’s also why we offer some great employee benefits and perks outside of the norm.

Have fun: At the heart of everything we do at Discova is a desire to have fun. Reward & Recognition: Celebrate the success of yourself and others at our regular Buzz Nights and the annual Global Gathering - You'll have to experience it to believe it!

Use your smarts: Our people use their quick thinking, expertise, and tenacity to always figure things out.

Love for travel: We were founded by people who wanted to travel and want others to do the same. That passion is something you can’t miss in our people or service.

Personal connections: We are a big business founded on personal relationships. “We work globally, live locally” is one of our credos that really makes a difference in our world of travel possibilities.

A career, not a job: We offer genuine opportunities for people to grow and evolve. We back our people all the way, no matter what the results are. We are strongly committed to supporting every single employee in their professional and personal development.

Giving Back: As one of the very few, we are proud to provide corporate social responsibility programmes across all our departments supporting nominated charities through workplace giving, promoting volunteering, and supporting fundraising initiatives through our employee giving and office environmental Programmes. All our employees even can enjoy 1 volunteer day per calendar year.

Get in touch now and Discova a world of possibilities!