At Kody, we’re on a mission to make in-person commerce simpler and smarter. As we continue our rapid growth across the UK, Hong Kong, and beyond, we’re building a team of proactive, thoughtful professionals who want to shape the future with us.
We're now looking for a seasoned HR Manager based in Shenzhen to lead and strengthen our People operations across the region. This is a senior, hands-on role suited to someone with deep experience in HR processes and a strong understanding of compliance and employment regulations in China.
What You’ll Be Doing
Employee Lifecycle Management
- Lead and manage the full employee lifecycle including onboarding, contract changes, terminations, and offboarding processes
- Coordinate with the Finance and Operations teams to support monthly payroll processes and ensure accurate employee data
- Oversee and continuously improve HR systems and documentation across the region
Visa and Mobility Support
- Partner with our Hong Kong team to manage employment visa applications and renewals for employees in China
- Liaise with immigration consultants and relevant authorities to ensure compliance for non-resident team members
- Support onboarding and integration of international hires and remote workers
Documentation and Compliance
- Draft, review and manage employment contracts and other HR-related documentation
- Ensure all processes and documentation are legally compliant and align with local labor laws and global company policies
- Maintain up-to-date records and ensure organisational readiness for audits or inspections
People Operations Leadership
- Act as the go-to person for HR in China, providing guidance and support to employees and managers
- Contribute to HR strategy by identifying areas for improvement, streamlining operations, and enhancing employee experience
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams globally to support initiatives around performance management, employee engagement, and workforce planning
You’ll thrive in this role if you are highly organised, detail-oriented and take pride in setting others up for success. As a senior member of the People team, you’ll be comfortable owning complex processes, collaborating across borders, and ensuring compliance at every step.
General Requirements:
- 15+ years of experience, including senior-level responsibilities in employee lifecycle management, compliance, and payroll coordination
- Strong knowledge of Chinese labor law, with working familiarity of Hong Kong employment law and visa processes
- Proven experience handling employment visa applications and renewals in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
- Exceptional communication skills in both English and Mandarin (written and spoken)
- Comfortable using and managing tools such as HRIS, ATS, Excel, and Google Workspace
- A proactive, detail-focused mindset, able to anticipate potential issues and implement effective solutions
- A collaborative approach and confidence working across regions and with cross-functional teams
- Bonus: Experience supporting IT and office operations during onboarding processes
What we offer: 🎁
- 31 days of annual leave per year (inc. national holidays) 🌴
- Health and Dental Insurance 🏥
- RMB9,100 L&D allowance per year 📚
- Regular team socials (office and out of office) 🎉
- Beautiful new workspace 🌆