Graduate HR Generalist - APAC

The official job information does not specify a fixed selection process. Candidates should apply through Canonical's official application portal and complete the required application questions and assessments as applicable.

Canonical operates as a globally distributed, remote-first organization with colleagues working across more than 75 countries. The company emphasizes independent working, global collaboration, professional development, and high standards of performance. Employees work remotely and participate in in-person team sprints and company events. The role offers a distributed work environment, annual compensation reviews, recognition rewards, holiday leave, parental leave, and a personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year. Canonical also provides opportunities to travel and meet colleagues at internal events.

• Graduate degree / graduate studies with a strong academic track record. • Fresh graduates are eligible. • Internship experience in an HR / People team is beneficial. • Technology industry HR internship experience is preferred. • Strong verbal and written communication skills. • Ability to prioritize complex workloads and manage time effectively. • Ability to work effectively under pressure. • Strong accuracy and attention to detail. • Ability to handle confidential information with honesty and integrity. • Flexible and adaptable approach. • Willingness to take initiative and contribute ideas. • Interest in building a career in HR. • Willingness to travel up to 4 times per year for internal company events.

Canonical is hiring a Graduate HR Generalist - APAC to support its global People function and provide HR expertise across the APAC region. This is a remote, home-based opportunity within APAC and is suitable for graduates looking to begin or develop their career in Human Resources. The role involves providing day-to-day HR support to employees and responding to questions related to employment, contracts, onboarding, benefits, employment verification, and other general HR matters. The successful candidate will also maintain the company's HR information systems, ensuring employee records and changes are processed accurately and on time. The Graduate HR Generalist will support new-hire processes, including country-specific onboarding documentation, employee file creation, system setup, and coordination of introductory reviews. The role also involves assisting employees with benefits enrollment and payroll processes while working closely with payroll teams to help ensure accurate and timely salary payments. In addition to operational HR responsibilities, the position provides opportunities to participate in global projects such as employee engagement, training, and culture initiatives. The HR Generalist will partner with managers and employees, contribute to people strategies, and work with colleagues across different levels of the organization, including leads, managers, and executives. The role also includes administrative responsibilities such as creating purchase orders for internal departments, supporting employee benefits administration, and conducting regular audits of employment files and HR systems. Accuracy, confidentiality, GDPR compliance, and timely record maintenance are important parts of the position. Canonical is looking for candidates with a strong academic track record and excellent verbal and written communication skills. Previous internship experience within an HR or People team is beneficial, particularly within the technology industry. Candidates should be able to prioritize complex workloads, manage time effectively, work under pressure, and maintain a strong focus on accuracy. The company values individuals who are self-motivated, adaptable, proactive, honest, and comfortable handling confidential information. Candidates should demonstrate initiative, contribute ideas, and show ambition to build a career in HR. The role is part of Canonical's highly distributed global organization. Employees may be required to travel up to four times per year for internal events, with some events involving international travel. Canonical provides a distributed work environment, learning and development support, annual compensation reviews, recognition rewards, holiday leave, parental leave, and opportunities to meet colleagues in different locations.