HR Associate providing operational support for HR functions like onboarding and performance management at Guardian. Ensuring high - quality employee support and process execution.
About the role
- HR Business Partner role managing HR activities for EMEA region in a microscopy technology company. Collaborating with managers and supporting employee life cycle processes effectively.
Responsibilities
- Serves as the first point of contact for managers and employees in the EMEA region, providing guidance on the full range of HR topics.
- Partners with managers and their teams throughout the employee life cycle, overseeing the development, coordination, and execution of HR processes such as workforce planning, recruitment, performance management, and compensation reviews.
- Provides advice and day-to-day HR support on operational topics (e.g., parental leave, onboarding, new starter introductions) in close collaboration with the HR Coordinator.
- Supports managers with personnel and organizational matters, including fixed-term contracts, extensions, job postings, and related administrative processes.
- Acts as the primary contact for external service providers and institutions (e.g., labor lawyers, relocation services, occupational health and safety authorities, immigration offices).
- Continuously reviews, optimizes, and documents HR processes, ensuring compliance and efficiency while collaborating with key stakeholders.
- Leads and supports regional HR processes such as annual salary and bonus reviews.
- Oversees HR administrative tasks including preparation of contract documentation, certificates, and special requests.
- Manages special projects and ad-hoc assignments, contributing to the development and improvement of HR practices across the region.
- Partners with global and regional HR colleagues to implement strategic HR initiatives across the EMEA region.
- Maintains constructive and professional collaboration with works councils/unions, where applicable.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with a focus on human resources management
- 5–7 years of experience as an HR Generalist / HR Business Partner in an international matrix environment
- Knowledge in key HR areas such as operational HR, labor law, recruiting, talent & performance management, and compensation & benefits
- Strong knowledge of employment law and HR practices in multiple EMEA countries
- Demonstrated ability to build trusted relationships with managers, employees, and external stakeholders
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to balance operational and strategic HR responsibilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Fluency in English required; additional languages are an advantage.
Benefits
- Flexible working hours, including mobile/remote work
- 30 days of annual leave per year
- 13 monthly salaries per year
- Regular training and development opportunities
- Comprehensive company pension scheme
- Job bike program
- Preventive healthcare, free beverages, and daily fresh fruit and vegetables
- Company events and team activities
- Interesting and varied responsibilities in an international working environment
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