Human Resources Generalist
Human Resources Generalist
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Job Description
We are looking for an experienced HR Generalist to partner with our business leaders in the Netherlands.
Reporting to the Regional Director of HR and the Managing Director of the Netherlands on a local level the HR Generalist will act as a strategic partner to business leaders in the Netherlands driving HR initiatives that support business objectives foster a high-performance culture and ensure compliance with Dutch employment Law.
Fluent in Dutch and English is a requirement for this role.
The role also requires strong knowledge of NL payroll process and experience working with Works Councils to support consultation communication and change management initiatives.
Essential Job Functions:
Key Responsibilities:
HR Strategy & Business Partnership
- Serve as the primary HR advisor to business leaders on workforce planning organizational development and employee relations.
- Collaborate with management to align HR strategies with business goals and performance objectives.
- Drive initiatives to improve employee engagement retention and productivity.
Employee Relations Works Council & Compliance
- Provide guidance on Dutch labour law employment contracts and workplace policies.
- Manage employee relations issues grievances and conflict resolution in line with NL regulations.
- Act as the HR liaison for the Works Council ensuring timely consultation on organizational changes restructures and HR initiatives.
- Ensure compliance with local HR policies employment legislation and company procedures.
Talent Management & Performance
- Support recruitment onboarding and retention strategies.
- Advise managers on performance management career development and succession planning.
- Facilitate talent reviews promotion decisions and workforce planning discussions.
Payroll & Compensation
- Liaise with payroll providers and internal finance teams to ensure accurate and timely NL payroll processing.
- Advise managers and employees on payroll-related queries including salaries deductions benefits and statutory obligations.
- Monitor market trends and provide insights on compensation and benefits strategies.
HR Projects & Initiatives
- Lead or support HR projects change management initiatives and process improvements.
- Implement HR programs in line with global policies while adapting to local Dutch requirements.
- Provide reporting and analysis on HR metrics turnover and employee engagement.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Requirements:
- Typically an office environment with adequate lighting and ventilation and a normal range of temperature and noise level.
- Minimal physical effort required. Work is mostly sedentary but does require walking standing bending reaching lifting or carrying objects that typically with less than 10 lbs. (e.g. papers books files and small parts etc.).
- Moderate dexterity of hands and fingers - regular application of basic skills (calculator keyboard hand tools eye/hand coordination
- Ability to deal with high pressure situations deadlines and moderate work stress.
- Other duties as assigned.
Other Skills and Abilities:
- Core Competencies:
Business Acumen. - Communication.
- Consultation.
- Critical Evaluation.
- Ethical Practice.
- Cultural Awareness.
- HR Expertise.
- Relationship Management.
Functional/Technical Competencies:
- Fluent in Dutch and English
- Employee Relations
- Knowledge of Dutch social security pension schemes and employment benefits.
- HR Technical Knowledge
- NL payroll Knowledge
- Programs and Policies Implementation
- Ability to continue training and education as needed for the position.
- Ability to be flexible change tasks adjust and meet deadlines.
- Excellent communications skills verbal and written.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office Applications).
- Detail-orientated
- Experience of UWV.
- Experience of UKG Database would be desirable.
- Experience of Immedis payroll beneficial.
Certifications and Licences:
- HRCI and/or SHRM certification preferred or relevant experience.
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.
Employment Type
Full-Time
