Senior Specialist I, People Services

Job description

Step into a career with ASM, where cutting edge technology meets collaborative culture. ​ For over 55 years ASM has been ahead of what’s next, at the forefront of innovation and what’s technologically possible. With more than 4,500 ASMers representing 70 nationalities, our people and our advanced semiconductor devices are playing a crucial role in trends such as 5G, cloud computing, AI, and autonomous driving.  But we’re more than just a tech company. We value diversity, inclusion and sustainability as we strive to make a positive impact on the world.  Our development programs help support your growth, shaping your future and pushing the boundaries of innovation to unleash potential. Job's mission As a Senior Specialist I, People Services at ASM Korea, you will play a key role in delivering reliable and high-quality HR operational support throughout the employee lifecycle. You will support employees and managers across a broad range of People Services activities, including employee administration, payroll coordination, benefits, HR data management, reporting, and HR systems. Working closely with local, regional, and global HR teams as well as external service providers, you will help ensure accurate and consistent HR operations while continuously improving processes and the employee experience. This role is ideal for an HR professional who combines strong operational knowledge with attention to detail, a customer-focused mindset, and an interest in improving the way HR services are delivered. What you will be working on • Manage and support HR operations throughout the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, employee changes, transfers, promotions, leave and absence, and offboarding. • Provide timely and accurate People Services support to employees and managers and coordinate with relevant HR teams on cases requiring further guidance or escalation. • Support Korea-specific HR administration, including time and attendance, leave management, employee documentation, benefits, allowances, and statutory social insurance administration. • Coordinate monthly payroll activities with internal stakeholders and external payroll providers, including payroll data consolidation, validation, reconciliation, and correction of discrepancies. • Maintain accurate employee data and documentation across HR systems and records, supporting data quality, confidentiality, and compliance requirements. • Prepare and maintain HR reports, conduct regular data audits, and support internal or external compliance and SOX-related activities. • Partner with People Partners, Payroll, Finance, Legal, and other internal teams as needed to support effective HR operations and resolve employee-related operational issues. • Contribute to HR system enhancements, process improvement, automation, and global or regional People Services initiatives. • Maintain and continuously improve Korea People Services procedures, operational documentation, and knowledge materials. What we are looking for • Bachelor's degree or equivalent qualification, preferably in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline. • Relevant professional experience in HR operations, People Services, HR Shared Services, payroll operations, or a similar HR function. • Hands-on understanding of Korean HR administration, including payroll-related processes, employee lifecycle administration, benefits, leave and attendance, and statutory social insurance. • Strong HR data management skills with high attention to accuracy, confidentiality, and compliance. • Experience coordinating with employees, managers, internal HR stakeholders, and external service providers. • Strong problem-solving and organizational skills with the ability to manage recurring operational activities and employee cases effectively. • Good communication skills in both Korean and English, with the ability to work effectively in a global and cross-functional environment. • Customer-focused mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability. What sets you apart &