People Operations, Assistant Manager

Join to apply for the People Operations, Assistant Manager role at Prenetics 2 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicants Prenetics (Nasdaq: PRE) is a hyper‑growth health & wellness company and the parent of IM8 Health, co‑founded by David Beckham—one of the fastest‑scaling health brands globally. IM8 surpassed US$100M+ ARR within 11 months, making it the fastest supplement brand in history to reach this scale. With a rapidly expanding global DTC subscriber base and a pioneering Bitcoin‑treasury strategy, Prenetics sits uniquely at the intersection of health, longevity, and digital asset transformation. Role Summary We are seeking a detail‑oriented, resourceful People Operations Assistant Manager to support the growth of our global team. In this role, you will be responsible for Hong Kong payroll and payroll for remote service‑contracted workers, manage the full employee lifecycle (onboarding/offboarding), oversee all HR administration, and support statutory, tax, compliance, and audit matters relevant to a Nasdaq‑listed environment. You will ensure compliance with local employment laws, maintain accurate records, and leverage technology (including AI tools) and data (Excel / pivot tables) to streamline operations. Key Responsibilities Payroll, Tax & Statutory Compliance Manage end‑to‑end payroll for Hong Kong employees and coordinate payroll for global remote service‑contracted workers. Ensure compliance with Hong Kong statutory requirements including: MPF administration Employer’s Annual Return and Tax form submissions Taxable benefit calculations Sick leave and maternity/paternity entitlements Prepare payroll reconciliations and reports for Finance and Internal Controls teams. Support tax calculations for contractors when required (e.g., service fees vs. employment tax guidance). Manage and maintain all payroll and tax documentation for audit readiness. Work closely with finance to ensure payroll entries, accruals, and provisions are accurate for monthly and year‑end closing. Audit, Governance & Listed‑Company Requirements Support annual financial audit and quarterly reviews by preparing payroll, HR, and compliance documentation. Maintain employee‑related documentation required for Sarbanes‑Oxley (SOX) controls. Ensure proper approval workflows, segregation of duties, and audit trails across HR and payroll. Support compliance with internal corporate policies, people processes, and data governance frameworks. Assist with compensation disclosures, organizational charts, and compliance documentation needed for reporting. Employee Lifecycle Management Handle full‑cycle onboarding for all new hires and contractors, including contracts, documentation, HRIS setup, orientation, and systems access. Oversee offboarding processes including final payments, benefit cessation, asset recovery, and system offboarding. Act as a trusted point‑of‑contact for employees and contractors across payroll, leave, benefits, contract terms, and policy matters. People Operations & HR Administration Maintain accurate employee records, personnel files, contract status, salary histories, leaves, and benefits. Support benefits programs (medical, dental, life, wellness subsidies) including renewals, enrollment, and vendor coordination. Track timesheets, leaves, and attendance where required. Prepare HR reports for management, including headcount, turnover, payroll costs, and workforce metrics. Use Excel and AI tools to automate reporting, streamline workflows, and enhance data accuracy. Support periodic compensation review cycles and benchmarking exercises. Manage contractor service agreements and ensure compliance with global labor and engagement practices. Cross‑Functional Collaboration Partner closely with Finance, Legal, IT, and Operations to ensure consistent and compliant people processes. Support cross‑border people operations initiatives (e.g., remote‑worker onboarding frameworks, contractor compliance, documentation standardization). Engage with external parties (auditors, tax consultants, payroll vendors, benefits providers) when necessary. Qualifications & Skills Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance, or related field. 3–5+ years of experience in HR, payroll, or people operations—preferably within Hong Kong and ideally in a fast‑scaling or multinational environment. Strong understanding of Hong Kong employment laws, MPF, taxation, leave entitlements, and statutory filings. Experience working in or supporting a listed company (HKEX, Nasdaq, or similar) is a strong advantage. High proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis) and comfort with HRIS/payroll systems. Ability to leverage AI tools for workflow automation and document preparation. Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to maintain strict confidentiality. Clear communicator with strong people skills; able to handle sensitive topics professionally. Adaptable, independent, and comfortable in a fast‑moving, global, high‑growth environment. Join us to make a huge impact as we revolutionize healthcare. The thing we most value is working with talented, growth‑minded people, who don’t hesitate to jump into creative problem solving. We don’t believe in up or out, we don’t believe in rest and vest. We want to give you the opportunity to grow with us. Neither your career nor Prenetics is a sprint — they’re both marathons. In our hiring process, we look at building a team with three essential factors: adaptability, ability and passion. We’ve discovered the greatest achievements come from the right people working collaboratively towards a shared goal. As Prenetics and our vision continues to grow, you’ll have the opportunity to constantly change and evolve with us. #J-18808-Ljbffr