Bilingual Japanese/English International Human Resources Assistant (Part-Time)

The Part-Time International HR supports the International Human Resources function through HR data management, payroll-related administration, reporting, document preparation, and project coordination activities. This role plays an important part in maintaining accurate employee and assignment records, supporting HR operations, and assisting the IHR Director with strategic and operational U.S.-Japan initiatives. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of working effectively in both Japanese and English business environments.

Data Management & Administration

Maintain and update IHR databases and tracking tools.
Ensure employee and assignment data are accurate, complete, and up to date.
Payroll & Reporting Support

Prepare payroll-related data, reconcile information, generate reports, and assist with recurring HR and payroll processes.
Document Preparation & Coordination

Prepare correspondence, spreadsheets, presentations, policy documents, and HR-related materials in both Japanese and English.
Project & Japan Communication Support

Support U.S.-Japan HR initiatives, special projects, data gathering, meeting coordination, and project follow-up activities.

Qualifications

What You'll Bring:

Technical Skills

Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
Knowledge and ability to utilize AI tools
Competencies

Strong attention to detail
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to handle confidential information
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously
Communication Requirements

Fluent Japanese reading and writing required
Business-level English communication skills preferred
Other Requirements

Part-time schedule (2 days per week)
No business travel expected
Benefits & Perks - What's In It For You:

Panasonic prioritizes total well-being and offers comprehensive benefits options to support physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health:

Health Benefits – Offering medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
Voluntary Benefits – Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
Panasonic Retirement Savings & Investment Plan (PRSIP) – 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.
Paid Time-Off Benefits – Vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, and parental & caregiver leave.
Educational Assistance – Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service.
Health Management and Wellbeing Programs –Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources. Available to eligible employees starting the first day of the month following your start date. Eligibility for each benefit may vary based on employment status, location, and length of service.
Employee Recognition Program - High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition
Annual Bonus Program - Opportunity for an annual performance-based bonus.