Are you a bilingual HR professional fluent in both Mandarin and English, ready to take ownership and build an HR function from the ground up?

This is a rare opportunity to join a fast-growing technology business as their first dedicated HR hire, playing a key role in shaping the company's people strategy, culture, and day-to-day HR operations.

If you enjoy working in a hands-on, fast-paced environment and want the chance to make a real impact, this could be the perfect next step.

The Opportunity

We're partnering with an innovative business in the technology sector that is expanding rapidly and looking for a confident, capable HR Manager to establish and manage their HR function.

This is a full-time, office-based role (5 days per week) and is ideal for someone who is proactive, organised, and comfortable working autonomously in a growing business.

A key requirement for this role is the ability to communicate fluently in both Mandarin and English, as you will be supporting a bilingual workforce and working closely with stakeholders across the business.

Key Responsibilities

You will take ownership of the full HR function, including:

• Managing the end-to-end recruitment process, including job advertising, screening, interviewing, and onboarding
• Building and implementing HR policies, procedures, and processes from scratch
• Preparing employment contracts, maintaining employee records, and managing HR administration
• Coordinating payroll with external providers
• Ensuring compliance with Australian employment legislation, including Fair Work, leave entitlements, superannuation, and workplace obligations
• Acting as the main point of contact for employee queries and HR support
• Helping to create and maintain a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Fluent bilingual communication skills in Mandarin and English (essential)
• 1-3 years' HR experience within Australia
• A sound understanding of Australian employment law and HR compliance
• Experience managing full-cycle recruitment
• A proactive, self-motivated approach with the ability to work independently
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• High attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities

Highly Regarded

It would be advantageous if you also have:

• Experience working in a startup, scale-up, or small business environment
• Exposure to HR systems and software

Requirements

To be considered, you must have:

• Australian Citizenship, Permanent Residency, or full unrestricted working rights in Australia

Why Join?

This is a fantastic opportunity to:

• Step into a true ownership role as the company's first HR hire
• Work closely with leadership and have a direct impact on the business
• Build and shape the people and culture function from the ground up
• Gain broad exposure across all areas of HR
• Join a growing technology business with strong momentum and long-term opportunity

If you are a Mandarin and English-speaking HR professional looking for a role where you can truly make your mark, we'd love to hear from you.

Interested or want to learn more? Apply now or reach out for a confidential discussion to Alanna 0408 410 474.