Human Resources Manager, Asia (Remote)

Company Description

At Lakeshore, we create innovative learning materials and world-class guest experiences for teachers, parents and children. Since 1954, we’ve grown into a global community—with a thriving e-commerce business, multiple catalogs, 60+ retail stores, a peerless national sales force, plus international offices that support our preeminent supply chain division. But today we’re working better, smarter and faster than ever—and setting our sights even higher. We’re building an infrastructure designed for scalability, embracing data-driven decision-making and using technology to improve efficiency and ensure the best tools for the best work. Most importantly, we continue to invest in a diverse team of inquisitive top talent who fuel each other’s passions and curiosity, take risks, try new things and believe that every new day brings opportunities for growth.

Job Description

In a time of unprecedented expansion, we are seeking a Human Resources Manager, Asia to join our team. In this role, you will align business objectives with associates in designated business units. Reporting to our Senior HR Director, Asia, you will create partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service with multiple stakeholders at the senior business level and coach associates according to organizational objectives. Applicants should be proficient with HRIS and talent management systems. The ideal applicant has strong knowledge of employment ordinance and regulations, China labor laws and all relevant government policies in WOFE. 

A day in the office looks like this: 

• Consulting with business stakeholders at the management level and coaching team members and business leaders by providing HR guidance when appropriate 
• Working closely with leaders and employees to improve effective working relationships, build morale and increase productivity and retention 
• Managing and resolving complex employee-relations issues; conducting effective, thorough and objective investigations with confidentiality 
• Providing day-to-day performance management guidance to business management (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions) 
• Building and engaging in talent reviews and the performance management process to ensure internal talent is developed effectively and that gaps are appropriately identified and addressed 
• Participating in evaluation and monitoring of training programs to ensure success; following up to ensure training and learning objectives are met 
• Leveraging workforce analytics to execute HR dashboards, ad hoc reports and employee engagement surveys to identify HR trends 
• Providing guidance and input on business unit restructures, workforce planning, organizational design and succession planning 
• Establishing compensation strategy based on internal and external market research to incorporate into the business 
• Providing HR policy guidance and interpretation 
• Maintaining knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring compliance; partnering with the Legal department 

Qualifications

Got the skills and experience? Here’s what we’re looking for:

• University graduate in Human Resources Management or relevant disciplines 
• Minimum 8 years of HR generalist experience 
• Experience in employee relations, staffing, compensation and benefits, HR projects, etc. 
• Able to work independently and under pressure in fast-paced environment with minimum supervision 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 
• Mature, flexible, committed, detail-minded and a good team player, possessing a sharp work ethic and strong self-discipline 
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism and confidentiality 
• Bilingual in Chinese and English, with a strong command of English (read, write, speak) 

Additional Information

And here’s our end of the bargain! 

• Competitive compensation based on skills and experience
• Paid leave for new parents to support work/life balance and family bonding
• Generous employee discount on products that make you smarter
• Casual dress…and we really mean it

At Lakeshore, we know our diversity makes us stronger, and when everyone feels included and valued, we all win. We strive to embrace our differences and create an intentionally diverse and inclusive community that is representative of the teachers, families and children we serve.

We know we couldn’t do the extraordinary things we’re doing without the people on our team. Thanks to the passion and enthusiasm of this spectacular group, Lakeshore is more than a great place to work—it’s a great experience to be part of. Day in and day out, we give everything we’ve got to create products that instill a sense of wonder and foster a true love of learning. To help maintain this high bar for success, we’re constantly on the lookout for people to join us. So if you’re a down-to-earth professional who shares our desire for making a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

To learn more about Lakeshore, visit www.lakeshorelearning.com/careers 
Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
People are selected to become members of the Lakeshore family based on skill, merit and mind-boggling talent—not based on race, color, creed, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, marital status, domestic partnership status, military status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, AIDS or AIDS-related complex status, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status as a victim of domestic violence, physical or mental disability, rural workers, carriers of infection diseases or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If things aren’t equal, we all lose. To learn about how we collect and use Applicant information, please visit our Employee/Applicant Privacy Policy. INDRLL11