HR Generalist
EmersonBelgium5 days ago
Full-timeRemote FriendlyHuman Resources
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Job Description
If you are a professional searching for an opportunity to grow and develop your abilities within a dynamic business, Emerson has an appealing role for you!
We are looking for a motivated HR Generalist to take ownership of the HR function for our Professional Tools Business Unit in Sint-Truiden, Belgium, while also supporting wider HR activities across several European countries. This role blends hands-on administration with strategic HR initiatives, offering the opportunity to make a real impact on both local and international levels. You will report directly to the HR Business Partner and collaborate closely with international and local HR teams.
If this sounds like an exciting job for you, we encourage your application!
In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
You gain the confidence and trust of others easily, working through formal and informal channels to build broad-based relationships and support, negotiating skilfully to create minimal noise when working toward a solution.
You tackle difficult issues with optimism and confidence and move beyond traditional ways of doing things; pushing past the status quo while distinguishing between what’s relevant and what’s unimportant making sense of complex situations.
You enjoy having a variety of tasks, you excel at solving problems, and you thrive on new challenges. You can cope with changing demands, have strong organizational skills and you seek ways to improve processes.
For This Role, You Will Need:
At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams.
Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
Local Benefits:
WHY EMERSON
Our Commitment to Our People
At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.
We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.
At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.
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If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: [email protected] .
About Emerson
Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.
With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.
We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!
No calls or agencies please.
If you are a professional searching for an opportunity to grow and develop your abilities within a dynamic business, Emerson has an appealing role for you!
We are looking for a motivated HR Generalist to take ownership of the HR function for our Professional Tools Business Unit in Sint-Truiden, Belgium, while also supporting wider HR activities across several European countries. This role blends hands-on administration with strategic HR initiatives, offering the opportunity to make a real impact on both local and international levels. You will report directly to the HR Business Partner and collaborate closely with international and local HR teams.
If this sounds like an exciting job for you, we encourage your application!
In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:
- Create and implement HR policies and procedures, providing guidance to support business operations.
- Manage international recruitment and selection in collaboration with the recruitment team in Cluj and/or local agencies.
- Take charge of all administrative tasks concerning the employee lifecycle, covering contracts, payroll, benefits, training administration, and system updates (Oracle HCM), in coordination with HR Operations and HR representatives at the local level.
- Drive the roll-out of HR initiatives across Europe, including job mapping, salary planning, performance and talent management, and benefits harmonization.
- Prepare and maintain HR reports (e.g., workforce reporting, Professional Tools HR reporting).
- Recommend process and policy improvements to enhance efficiency and employee experience.
- Organize internal communication initiatives and support local employee events.
You gain the confidence and trust of others easily, working through formal and informal channels to build broad-based relationships and support, negotiating skilfully to create minimal noise when working toward a solution.
You tackle difficult issues with optimism and confidence and move beyond traditional ways of doing things; pushing past the status quo while distinguishing between what’s relevant and what’s unimportant making sense of complex situations.
You enjoy having a variety of tasks, you excel at solving problems, and you thrive on new challenges. You can cope with changing demands, have strong organizational skills and you seek ways to improve processes.
For This Role, You Will Need:
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Law, or equivalent HR experience
- Approximately 2 years of experience in human resources or a related domain
- Solid understanding of HR principles, practices, and employment laws
- Hands-on experience with HRIS systems and Microsoft Office tools
- Proficiency in Dutch, English, and German
- Advanced education in HR or an MBA or equivalent experience
- Experience working in an international matrix organization
At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams.
Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
Local Benefits:
- A very dynamic position in a well-connected European HR organization.
- Attractive Compensation Package
- Group insurance (pension, medical, disability insurance)
- Meal vouchers
- Eco-vouchers
- Possibility to work from home 1 day/week
- E-bike lease
- On-site fitness room
- Fresh fruit and soup corner
WHY EMERSON
Our Commitment to Our People
At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.
We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.
At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.
Accessibility Assistance or Accommodation
If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, please contact: [email protected] .
About Emerson
Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.
With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.
We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!
No calls or agencies please.
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