Sojitz Corporation of America, Inc. Looking for Human Resources Generalist at New York City Metropolitan Area Full Time

WHO WE ARE

Sojitz Corporation of America (SCA), in NYC, is the regional headquarters for Sojitz, a general trading company based in Tokyo, Japan. With a history dating back to 1892, Sojitz is engaged in a wide range of businesses globally, including buying, selling, importing, and exporting goods, manufacturing and selling products, providing services, and planning and coordinating projects, in Japan and overseas. Sojitz also invests in various sectors and conducts financing activities. The broad range of sectors in which Sojitz operations includes automobiles, energy, mineral resources, chemicals, foodstuff resources, agricultural and forestry resources, consumer goods, and industrial parks, and more.

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

As an HR Generalist with a background in recruitment, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of the recruitment process and supporting various HR functions within the organization. Your ability to effectively manage the recruitment process, provide HR support, ensure compliance with employment laws, and collaborate with stakeholders will contribute to the overall success of the HR operations and the organization as a whole.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Manage end-to-end recruitment process: You will be responsible for managing the recruitment process from posting job openings to candidate selection. This includes screening resumes, conducting initial interviews, coordinating interviews with hiring managers, and making job offers.

• Develop and implement recruitment strategies: You will work with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and develop recruitment strategies that are aligned with the organization’s goals.

• Conduct job analyses and create job descriptions: You will be responsible for conducting job analyses and creating job descriptions that accurately reflect the roles and responsibilities of each position.

• Manage the onboarding process: You will work with new hires to ensure a smooth onboarding experience, which may include orientation, training, and paperwork.

• Provide HR support: You will assist with various HR functions, such as employee relations, performance management, and benefits administration. Foster networking and collaboration with HRBP partners

• Ensure compliance with employment laws: You will stay up-to-date on employment laws and regulations to ensure compliance with all federal and various states requirements.

• Collaborate with stakeholders: You will collaborate with various stakeholders, including hiring managers, employees, and external vendors, to ensure the smooth functioning of HR operations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in HR management, business administration, or a related field

• At least 3+ years of experience in recruitment and HR functions

• Demonstrated competence in the various HR functional areas

• Deep Knowledge and understanding of employment laws and regulations

• Proficiency in HRIS, ATS, LinkedIn Recruitment, and other HR tools

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Data-driven mindset, adaptable to change, relationship building, problem solver

Pay Range: $70,000- $85,000 per year. Other benefits may include target incentive bonus, health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance and 401K employer match program, paid holidays and generous PTO.