HR
Associate – South Korea
Who we are:
Digital Edge DC
(Digital Edge) is a leading data center platform company, established to
transform digital infrastructure in Asia. We seek to build the foundation for
the world’s digital future, helping organizations to grow sustainably and
empowering the populations they serve.
Through building
and operating state-of-the-art, energy-efficient data centers rich with
connectivity options, we bring new colocation and interconnect options to the
Asian market, making infrastructure deployment in the region easy, efficient
and economical. Backed by Stonepeak, a leading alternative investment firm
specializing in infrastructure and real assets, Digital Edge has in excess of
US$1.6 billion in committed capital.
Founded in late
2019, the company has grown rapidly across multiple markets in the region, with
30+ data centers in operations and under construction, and this role is an
exciting opportunity to join the team as we further expand our footprint across
Asia.
Our
values:
·
Respect: We embrace diversity and
collaboration.
·
Innovation: We share ideas and solve
problems.
·
Strive: We are driven and determined.
·
Excellence: We seek to deliver the best.
·
Responsibility: We do what’s right for our
people and the planet.
What
we need:
What we need:
We are seeking a detail-oriented and
proactive HR Associate to support HR operations in Korea. Reporting to the
Korea HR Manager, this role will play a key part in ensuring the smooth
delivery of payroll, HR administration, employee lifecycle processes, and HR
data management.
The successful candidate will work closely
with employees, managers, external vendors, and regional HR stakeholders to
deliver accurate and efficient HR operational support. As the HR function
continues to grow, this role will have opportunities to participate in HR
projects, process improvement initiatives, and regional HR activities across
APAC.
The ideal candidate is highly organised,
comfortable working with HR systems and data, and able to manage multiple
priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and confidentiality.
This role will be based in Seoul, South
Korea.
Key responsibilities:
Ø Payroll Administration
ž Coordinate monthly payroll activities with the external payroll
vendor.
ž Validate payroll inputs and support payroll reconciliations.
ž Assist employees with payroll-related enquiries and ensure timely
resolution.
ž Support payroll audits and maintain payroll records.
Ø HR Operations & Administration
ž Prepare HR documents including employment contracts, offer
letters, employment certificates, and other employee-related documentation.
ž Manage onboarding and offboarding administration, ensuring a
smooth employee experience.
ž Maintain employee records and ensure all HR documentation is
accurately filed and updated.
ž Support employee lifecycle processes and day-to-day HR operations.
Ø HR Systems & Data Management
ž Maintain accurate employee data in SuccessFactors and other HR
systems.
ž Perform regular HR data audits, validations, and reconciliations.
ž Ensure data integrity and compliance with internal standards.
ž Support system updates and ongoing HR data maintenance activities.
Ø Employee Records Management
ž Manage and audit electronic employee personnel files.
ž Ensure documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant with
company requirements.
ž Support internal and external audit requests related to HR
documentation.
Ø Reporting & Analytics
ž Generate regular HR reports and workforce data reports.
ž Support HR metrics tracking and reporting requirements.
ž Assist with data analysis and preparation of management reports.
Ø Employee Support
ž Serve as a first point of contact for employee HR-related
enquiries.
ž Provide timely and professional support on HR policies, processes,
and procedures.
ž
Escalate complex issues as appropriate.
Ø Actively champion and implement the organization’s policies on
health & safety, environment, energy, quality, information security, and
business continuity, ensuring adherence to incident reporting, legal, and
regulatory requirements.
The successful candidate:
Required
ž Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or
a related field.
ž 3–5 years of experience in HR Operations,
HR Administration, Payroll Administration, or a similar role.
ž Experience working with external payroll vendors.
ž Experience using HRIS platforms; SuccessFactors experience is
highly desirable.
ž Strong attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
ž Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
ž Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office
applications.
ž Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and
professionalism.
ž
Strong verbal and written communication
skills in both Korean and English.
Preferred
ž Experience
studying, living, or working overseas, or working in a highly international
environment.
ž Demonstrated
cross-cultural communication skills and the ability to work effectively with
stakeholders across APAC.
ž Experience
working in a multinational organisation.