Chinese Speaking Human Resources Manager (UK & US Focus)

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Job Title: Chinese Speaking Human Resources Manager (UK & US Focus)

The Skills You'll Need: Chinese and English fluent, proven HR experience in both the UK and the US.

Your New Salary: Up to £120k +bonus Depending on experience

Office based.

Perm

Start: ASAP

Location: London

Our client is seeking a skilled and experienced HR Manager to oversee and manage employment contracts, payroll administration, and tax compliance in both the UK and the US. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge of HR best practices, labour laws, and tax regulations in both regions. You will play a key role in ensuring the company complies with all employment regulations, properly manages payroll, and addresses tax-related concerns for employees across both the UK and the US.

Chinese Speaking Human Resources Manager - What You'll be Doing Each Day:

• Draft, review, and manage employment contracts, ensuring compliance with UK and US labour laws.
• Oversee employment agreements, including terms of employment, benefits, compensation, and job roles.
• Ensure contract renewals, amendments, and terminations comply with regulatory requirements.
• Manage the end-to-end payroll process for employees in both the UK and the US.
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll, including salaries, bonuses, benefits, and deductions.
• Maintain accurate payroll records and ensure compliance with local payroll legislation in both regions.
• Coordinate with internal and external payroll service providers for seamless payroll execution.
• Oversee tax-related matters for employees in both the UK and the US, ensuring compliance with national and local tax laws.
• Advise on income tax, national insurance (UK), Social Security (US), and other relevant deductions.
• Prepare and file necessary tax forms, including P45/P60 forms (UK), W-2s, and 1099s (US).
• Stay up to date with employment law changes and tax regulations in the UK and US, ensuring all HR policies reflect the latest updates.
• Conduct regular audits of contracts, payroll, and tax practices to mitigate risks and ensure legal compliance.
• Handle employee queries related to payroll, contracts, and tax matters.
• Provide guidance to employees and management on matters related to compensation, benefits, and tax issues.
• Assist in employee onboarding, including setting up payroll and tax documentation.
• Support general HR functions such as employee relations, performance management, and employee benefits coordination.
• Might require international business trip

Chinese Speaking Human Resources Manager - The Skills You'll Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field. CIPD or SHRM certification preferred.
• Fluent in Mandarin and English, Cantonese is a plus
• Solid experience in HR management with a focus on payroll and tax compliance in the UK and US.
• Strong knowledge of UK and US employment laws, tax regulations, and payroll procedures.
• Experience with multi-jurisdictional payroll management and global HR practices.
• Proficient in HR software and payroll systems (e.g., ADP, Paychex, etc.).
• Strong understanding of UK/US tax laws, employment legislation, and statutory benefits.
• Experience with cross-border employment matters (e.g., expatriate payroll) is a plus.

Job status: Permanent

Start date: ASAP

Working hours: 09:00 to 18:00 with one-hour lunch break from Mondays to Fridays.

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