HR Manager

Role Overview

• Support day-to-day HR operations including payroll coordination via external vendors as needed
• Contribute to operational accuracy and process stability in a lean team environment
• Collaborate with Finance and IR to provide accurate HR data for corporate disclosures and ensure compliance with KOSDAQ requirements
• Support tax-related processes for equity programs, including withholding tax handling and coordination with relevant stakeholders and external vendors
• Assist with compliance-related documentation and reporting for public company requirements
• Evaluate and improve current stock-based compensation programs (Stock Options, etc.)
• Support the design and implementation of new equity incentive schemes aligned with a KOSDAQ-listed environment and global growth
• Support operational processes related to stock option exercises, taxation, and equity administration
• Conduct data-driven compensation benchmarking and analyze peer group data within the industry to support informed salary and incentive decisions
• Refine, administer, and continuously improve existing Total Rewards programs integrating cash, benefits, and equity to support high talent density and long-term retention
• Work with the global HR team to develop and improve internal HR workflows, documentation, and employee-facing materials (e.g., onboarding guides, welcome handbooks) to enhance operational efficiency and employee experience
• Participate in and support key HR initiatives, including the introduction of new equity programs and the setup of HR processes for new international entities
• Support implementation and operationalization of evolving global reward programs
• Support HR forecasting and operational follow-up processes, including workforce planning, compensation tracking, and coordination of ongoing HR initiatives

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Business Administration, Finance, Law, or a related field
• 6+ years of relevant HR experience
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Experience in Compensation & Benefits and/or equity administration within a public company or fast-growing organization is preferred
• Basic understanding of Korean labor law and compensation-related processes
• Familiarity with stock option administration, equity taxation, or global payroll processes is a plus
• Business-level English communication skills for collaboration with global stakeholders
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Suite; familiarity with HRIS or equity platforms is a plus
• Experience in biotech/life sciences, global organizations, or support for international entities is a plus
• Experience with compensation benchmarking tools (e.g., Radford, Mercer) is preferred
• Experience operating in or supporting a China-based entity within a global organization; Mandarin proficiency is a plus.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plans
• Paid time off
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development