HR Business Partner assistant

About Our Client

Our client is a globally recognized player in the consumer goods industry, currently undergoing a significant transformation to operate as a fully independent organization. As part of this journey, they are building a robust Global Business Services and Technology function from the ground up. This is a unique opportunity to join during a high-growth phase, where innovation, structure building, and people development are key priorities.

About the Position

We are seeking an Assistant HR Business Partner to support a rapidly expanding international organization during a critical transformation phase.

Based in Amsterdam, this role combines hands-on HR operations with strategic HR support. You will play a key role in managing the employee lifecycle, ensuring data accuracy, supporting organizational design, and guiding stakeholders through change initiatives.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow into a full HR Business Partner role while gaining exposure to a complex, global environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full employee lifecycle, including pre-boarding, onboarding, offboarding, internal mobility, and absence management
• Support and maintain organizational design and position management within the GBS and Technology functions
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of employee data in Workday, collaborating with global stakeholders
• Provide guidance on HR policies and support on employee-related matters
• Assist in restructuring initiatives and guide stakeholders through change processes
• Partner with data teams to analyze HR data and deliver insights to support decision-making
• Handle employee relations cases and support resolution of local HR matters
• Collaborate with HR colleagues and Talent Partners across different locations to drive HR priorities
• Contribute to and manage HR projects aligned with business needs and strategic priorities

Requirements

• Experience in HR operations, employee relations, or a generalist HR role
• Strong understanding of HR systems and processes (Workday experience is a plus)
• Solid knowledge of Dutch employment law and case management
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret and present data
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Proactive, adaptable, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills
• Fluency in English is required; Dutch is highly preferred
• A growth mindset with the ambition to develop into an HR Business Partner role