Human Resources Assistant

Job Description:. Client is looking for an sick leave case manager to work on HR operations, managing Dutch short and long term sick leave cases. This position will report to the Manager HR Operations EMEA and is a great opportunity for a talented individual who has the desire to associate with a fast-growing company in a truly international environment.

Your Impact: This position calls for someone who possesses a good sick leave case managers -in Dutch verzuimspecialist background and works proactively to drive results. This person is a self-starter, flexible, has a high level of integrity and is action and goal-oriented in a fast-paced, team-oriented, collaborative environment.

• Manage absence cases from the first day of illness up to reintegration, mutual agreement termination (VSO), or WIA procedures;
• Act as the main point of contact for our external provider @Arbo for both ERD and long-term sickness cases: you coordinate meetings, monitor timelines, and follow up on next steps;
• Safeguard compliance with the Dutch Gatekeeper Improvement Act (Wet Verbetering Poortwachter), ensuring timely actions and accurate documentation;
• Advise team leads and People Business Partners on case strategy, legal risk and reintegration options;
• Support and coach employees during their absence, offering guidance with empathy and practical perspective;
• Identify patterns (e.g. frequent absence, mental overload) and flag risks or trends to People Business Partners and team leads;
• While our People Business Partners own the broader prevention strategy, you play a crucial role in spotting early signs of risk and advising on preventive actions;
• Work within our internal HRC structure and manage your caseload in a clear, organized way;

Your Experience

• You have at least 3 years of experience as an absence case manager, preferably in a dynamic, people-first environment;
• You are well-versed in Dutch legislation on absence, the Sickness Benefits Act, Gatekeeper Improvement Act, WIA and sustainable employability;
• You’re comfortable navigating the needs of different stakeholders – from employee to company doctor to leads;
• You communicate clearly and empathetically, think in solutions, and don’t shy away from setting boundaries;
• You work independently, are well-organized, and take full ownership of your caseload;
• You are fluent in both Dutch and English;

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