People & Culture Generalist

Position: People & Culture Generalist

Location: Danderyd

Department: People & Communications

Type: Full-Time

Reporting to: People & Culture Manager Nordics

People & Culture Generalist Sweden– Your First Big Step into HR at Piab Group

Is this your first big step into the world of HR? Or do you have a couple of years experience already? As a People & Culture Generalist at Piab Group, you’ll turn your theoretical knowledge into real impact from day one – in a global, innovative tech company that’s small enough for you to be seen and heard, yet big enough to offer international opportunities, continuous learning and exciting challenges.

About Piab Group

At Piab Group, we enhance our customers’ productivity, sustainability and safety through evolving industrial automation – and have done so since 1951. We believe in an automated world where no resources are wasted and no humans are injured. With annual sales of around 3 billion SEK and more than 1,500 employees, Piab Group is a truly global organization, serving customers in more than 100 countries through a broad network of subsidiaries and channel partners. Since 2018, Piab Group has been owned by Patricia Industries, part of Investor AB, giving us strong, long-term support and a clear commitment to sustainable growth.

You’ll join a vibrant global People & Culture team of 15 professionals (2 in the Nordic region) and report to the Nordic People & Culture Manager. It’s a role where you’ll get broad exposure, real responsibility and a unique mix of HR, tech and international collaboration.

Why You’ll Love This Role

• Innovative & Entrepreneurial Culture

Be part of a team that thrives on entrepreneurship and innovation. We test new ideas, learn quickly and continuously improve how we support our people and our business.

• Global Impact & Presence

Piab Group is a world leader in industrial automation, with employees in more than 27 countries. The work you do in Sweden will contribute to smarter, safer and more efficient workplaces across the globe.

• Tech-Driven HR – Including AI

You’ll work hands-on with modern HR tools like HiBob and contribute to our AI journey by helping develop and maintain our P&C AI agent. This is HR in a modern, digital environment – not just spreadsheets and paper forms.

• Contribute to a Sustainable Future

Our automation solutions help reduce resource waste and increase safety. In your role, you’ll support the people who make this possible and contribute to our long-term sustainable vision.

• Growth From Day One

You’ll get real responsibility early and lots of learning opportunities. Over time, you can grow towards areas like HR analytics, labour law, international mobility or employee experience – depending on your interests and strengths.

• Diverse, Inclusive & Supportive Culture

You’ll join a workplace that values diversity and fosters an inclusive, open environment where different perspectives are welcomed and respected.

• Stable, Long-Term Employer

As part of Patricia Industries and connected to the Wallenberg family, Piab Group benefits from strong support and a clear commitment to long-term growth and sustainability.

What You’ll Be Doing

You don’t need to be an expert in all of this on day one – you’ll have the Nordic People & Culture Manager and a global P&C team by your side – but here’s what your role will include:

HR Systems & Data (HiBob)

• Be the go-to person for our HRIS (HiBob) in Sweden.

• Manage system updates, configuration changes and improvements that make HR workflows smoother and data more reliable.

• Help ensure we use HR data smartly for better decisions.

Intranet & P&C Communication

• Keep our People & Culture information for Sweden clear, engaging and easy to find.

• Maintain and continuously improve our intranet content, policies and guidelines for employees and managers.

Shape the Future of HR with AI

• Contribute to our AI journey by preparing and maintaining the P&C AI agent within a Sweden scope.

• Work with data structure, content curation and data governance so our AI tools are accurate, helpful and responsible.

Everyday People Support

• Support employees and managers in day-to-day people topics, such as labour law questions, work environment topics, performance issues and union-related matters.

• Act as a trusted partner, with guidance and support from the Nordic People & Culture Manager.

HR Compliance in Sweden

• Help ensure that HR processes and policies are compliant with local legislation and applicable collective bargaining agreements in Sweden.

Union Collaboration

• Support the building of strong and constructive relationships with unions.

• Prepare documentation, coordinate negotiations and manage timelines and follow-up actions.

Culture, Engagement & Well-being

• Partner with the Site Manager to foster a positive office culture, high engagement and overall well-being at our Swedish sites.

• Contribute to local initiatives and activities that strengthen our culture.

International Mobility

• Coordinate international mobility for Sweden, including work permit and visa applications and related administration.

Payroll Collaboration

• Work with our outsourced payroll provider to help secure accurate and timely payroll delivery.

• Perform control checks and handle employee payroll-related queries.

HR Administration Across the Employee Journey

• Provide HR administrative support across the full employee lifecycle – from onboarding and contractual changes to terminations and documentation.

Rehabilitation & Return-to-Work

• Support and coordinate rehabilitation and return-to-work processes in close cooperation with managers, occupational health and other stakeholders.

A Week in This Role Might Look Like

• Joining a call with our Swedish P&C team to align on a new HR process.
• Prepare employment contracts for newly hired candidates
• Tweaking a workflow in HiBob to make onboarding smoother for new hires.
• Answering a manager’s question about local labour law (with support from your HR lead).
• Preparing materials and documentation ahead of a union meeting.
• Reviewing payroll checks and helping an employee understand their payslip.
• Publishing a new P&C update on the intranet and following up on engagement.

Who You Are

You’re curious, driven and eager to learn. You don’t need to know everything yet – but you’re excited to grow into this role and build a strong foundation in HR.

Preferred Competencies

• Basic HR knowledge and a genuine interest in developing within the field.

• Strong administrative skills – you’re organized, structured and detail-oriented.

• Good communication skills and a natural ability to build relationships with different stakeholders.

• A strong “can do” attitude – you like to get things done and follow through.

• Willingness to work hard when needed and take responsibility.

• You see what needs to be done and take initiative without always being asked.

• You are a fast learner and dare to step outside your comfort zone.

• Good knowledge of English (spoken and written); other Nordic languages are a plus.

Experience and Education

• University degree in Human Resource Management or a similar field, or other relevant education.

• Ideally, 3–5 years of experience in HR – but we are also very interested in newly graduated candidates with the right mindset, drive and willingness to learn. Relevant internships or student roles in HR are a plus.

What’s Next?

Curious but not sure you tick every single box? We encourage you to apply anyway. We’re looking for potential, attitude and curiosity – not perfection.

Send us your CV and a short note about why this role feels like the right next step for you. We review applications continuously and look forward to hearing from you.