Assistant Manager, Human Resources

ITOCHU International Inc•New York, NY

About The Position

The Assistant Manager, Human Resources (HR Generalist) supports the strategic and operational objectives of the HR & General Affairs Division at III and its subsidiaries by assisting with core HR functions, including talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, compliance, and HR operations. This role partners closely with senior HR colleagues and business leaders to deliver day-to-day HR support while gaining exposure to broader talent management, leadership development, and other HR initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field required
4–6 years of experience in an HR Generalist, HR Coordinator, or similar role
Working knowledge of U.S. employment laws and HR best practices, specifically employee-friendly states
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Effective verbal and written communication skills
High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS systems
Interest in cross-cultural work and professional growth in an international environment
Willingness to travel occasionally (up to ~10%), as needed

Nice To Haves

PHR or SHRM-CP preferred, or interest in obtaining certification
Exposure to multinational or matrixed organizations preferred

Responsibilities

Support day-to-day HR operations across the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management processes, and offboarding.
Provide guidance to managers and employees on HR policies, procedures, and basic employee relations matters, escalating complex issues as appropriate.
Assist with the administration of employee records, personnel actions, and HR documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Support recruiting activities, including job postings, candidate coordination, interview scheduling, and onboarding logistics.
Assist with talent review, succession planning, and leadership development processes by preparing materials, tracking follow-ups, and coordinating activities.
Support the planning and delivery of training and development programs, including logistics, communications, and tracking participation.
Support compensation and talent-related processes, including data preparation, benchmarking support, and documentation.
Assist with employee leave processes in coordination with internal and external partners.
Contribute to employee engagement and retention initiatives through program coordination and follow-up.
Assist in ensuring compliance with U.S. employment laws, company policies, required trainings, and HR audits.
Prepare HR reports, dashboards, and presentation materials to support decision-making and leadership discussions.
Support ongoing improvements to HR systems, processes, and documentation.
Serve as a point of coordination with subsidiary HR teams to support alignment, information sharing, and best practices.
Assist with cultural integration efforts in post-acquisition settings, including communications, onboarding support, and change initiatives.
Provide administrative and analytical support related to acquisitions, and post-merger integration activities under the guidance of senior HR leaders.
Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive employee and business information.
Participate in professional development to build HR knowledge and cross-cultural competence.
Perform other related duties as assigned.