Human Resources Generalist

Ref: CC46314

A Japanese manufacturer is currently recruiting an HR Generalist to work in their Amsterdam office in the Netherlands. The ideal candidate will have experience in Learning and Development, as this will be a key focus of the role.

In this role, you will be a key member of the HR Operations team, responsible for supporting the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of HR policies, tools, processes, and services.

This role provides first-line HR support to managers and employees while also taking ownership of specific HR services or subject areas, namely L&D.

The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of relevant international General Affairs work experience and be able to communicate in Dutch and English.

TYPE: Full-time, initially 1 year contract (There is potential for extension)

WORKING HOURS: from 8:45 until 5:30, with a 45-minute lunchbreak

SALARY: up to €65k gross depending on experience

LOCATION: Amsterdam, Netherlands (hybrid working is allowed after probation)

HR Generalist Main Responsibilities:

• Supporting employees on a wide range of operations topics through HRM systems and providing counsel and support on policies and procedures
• Own the complete onboarding and offboarding process including people administration, verification of required documentation, and coordination with IT hardware and access for assigned locations
• Responsible for employment contracts, termination letters, transfer letters, salary change notifications, employee confirmation letters, and any other relevant addenda
• Ensure compliance with local HR laws in different countries
• Provide support in benefits related questions and enrolment and time and absence management
• Act as the technical point of contact and system administrator of HRMS, maintaining HRMS support between the company team and employees, conducting trainings on HRMS
• Create and maintain guides and internal policies on operational processes
• Support audits when necessary for data integrity in HRMS and in Payroll
• Communicate accurate information with the payroll specialist of any pay changes before payroll cutoff
• Execute HR initiatives to ensure smooth day-to-day operations
• Serve as a key resource for employees and managers, ensuring the successful deployment of HR policies and processes. Support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of HR policies and processes
• Facilitate key HR activities such as talent acquisition and management, engagement, learning and development, career coaching, mentoring, employee relations, and performance management
• Ensure compliance with local employment legislation and adherence to company policies
• Support the execution and management of HR policies and practices within the country, adhering to the strategic direction set by HR leadership
• Address and resolve employee relations issues within the country, conducting thorough investigations when necessary
• Provide HR policy guidance and best practice interpretation to managers and employees
• Assist by supporting succession planning, retention programs, training and leadership development
• Collaborate with Management to resolve complex employee leave matters, including policy interpretation, administration, accommodation, and employee queries and complaints
• Work cross-functionally with vendors, Benefits, Payroll to manage leave cases effectively
• Manage all data changes in HRMS, such as schedule changes, time off adjustments, org changes, etc.
• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure compliance with labour laws and company policies
• Ensure confidentiality of internal and external data
• Assist and support with General Affairs tasks
• Participate in ad-hoc projects and other duties as assigned

HR Generalist Ideal Candidate:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• 5-7 years of experience in an HR Generalist role or similar HR capacity
• Experience in conducting or leading Learning and Development initiatives and programs
• Strong knowledge of HR principles, labour laws, and best practices
• Understanding of legal and regulatory requirements related to employee management
• Experience managing HR issues
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience with HRIS tools such as Moorepay
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Service management or HR experience in a call centre environment is a plus
• Master’s Degree in HRM or MBA is a plus
• HR certification (PHR, SHRM-CP, CIPD) is a plus

BENEFITS: Birthday leave, Pension scheme contribution, Commuting reimbursement

** All applicants for the HR Generalist (with some L&D leadership responsibilities) must have the right to work in the country as the Company is not able to offer visa support.

*We regret that we cannot accept applications from Working holiday visa, Graduate or Student visa holders.

If your application is successful, you will be contacted within two business days. We regret that due to the high volume of applications we receive we cannot provide feedback on individual CVs.