HR Associate (m/f/d)

We are looking for an HR Associate to join our team and support the day-to-day activities of our Human Resources department.

You will be the first point of contact for employees, accurately answering HR-related questions. Your responsibilities include processing employee data, assisting the hiring process and updating company policies.

If you are interested in developing your career working closely with people in a fast-growing startup environment, this position is a match for you!

This is an onsite position located at our office in Essen, Germany.

Tasks

• Support the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures
• Be actively involved in the recruitment process: prepare job descriptions and coordinate with the global recruitment team to search for potential candidates; manage candidates through the interview process, gather feedback and ensure a positive candidate experience
• Review and update employment and working conditions (Visa process, work with Immigration Authorities, etc.) to ensure legal compliance
• Maintain employee records according to policy and legal requirements
• Coordinate office activities and operations to secure efficiency and compliance with company policies
• Support on agendas/ travel arrangements/ appointments for other employees

Requirements

• Interest in the field of HR-Administration/HR-Generalist/HR Specialist (or comparable)
• Knowledge of HR functions (Long term visa application, pay & benefits,
  recruitment, training & development etc.) and understanding of the German labor law are preferable
• Excellent language skills in English and German, both in personal conversations and in written communication
• Proficiency with MS Office (PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Solid organizational skills and detail-oriented working attitude
• Ability to prioritize and reassess needs in a fast-paced environment
• Strong team-player mentality
• Completed vocational training or a degree with a focus on Human Resources, (Business) Law, Business Administration or comparable would be an advantage

Benefits

• a professional workplace in modern offices
• pleasant working atmosphere, flat hierarchies and a team that will train you intensively
• a wide range of career opportunities thanks to a comprehensive training and development program
• educational leave (5 days) is expressly supported
• 30 days of vacation
• annual bonus payment
• stay abroad at the parent company's headquarters possible
• company events (e.g. SV Convention and summer parties) to celebrate a joint success
• fresh coffee and water available every day free of charge