People Business Partner (mfd)

Berlin - Germany

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 18 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Transparency International is seeking a motivated and experienced HR Generalist to join the People and Culture Team as a People Business Partner (m/f/d). As part of a small team providing human resources support to Transparency International Secretariat with 140 international staff you will be responsible for partnering with team/s to implement People & Culture programs and initiatives in line with HR strategy. You will take ownership of end-to-end recruitment and support the staff needs of your teams and the organisation as a whole. Were looking for someone who loves to work with people from around the world and whose values align with our mission of fighting corruption across the globe.

OVERVIEW OF KEY DIMENSIONS

Team: People and Culture
Reporting Line: Head of People and Culture
Band: salary according to TI-S internal salary structure; for this position corresponding toband PF2 a salary starting EUR 42000.00 gross per year depending on relevant experience
Starting Date: as soon as possible
Contract Duration: Currently we can offer an employment contract limited for a duration of 2years. There is a prospect of extension subject to organisational need continuingperformance proven and funding confirmed and there is interest in a stable and long-termcooperation.
Working Hours: full time 100%; 40 hours per week
Location: Transparency International Secretariat (TI-S) Berlin Germany

Based in the People and Culture Team and reporting to the Head of People and Culture the People Business Partner will:

Provide guidance on human resources operational issues and initiatives to meet management needs and in accordance with organisational policies and procedures
Take ownership of the full recruitment process for their partner teams
Coach and support end users of HR systems and processes providing administrative support as necessary to resolve issues quickly and effectively
Support new hire processes ensuring compliance and conducting new employee orientation and onboarding
Assist with delivering various human resource plans and procedures assisting in development and implementation of HR policies and procedures and ensuring effective communication of new or updated policies and procedures
Handle employment-related inquiries from employees and team-leads referring complex and/or sensitive matters to the appropriate staff
Take part in implementing initiatives and programs to support our people strategy and core values
Monitor and support performance evaluation and employee recognition programs as required
Performs other duties as assigned

In order to succeed in this role candidates will need to meet the following:

2-3 years of formal education (e.g. apprenticeship vocational education) or relevant undergraduate degree
5 years of relevant professional experience in HR
Knowledge of German employment law and statutory requirements
Professional fluency in English and German
Experience with international organisations and multi-cultural work environments an advantage
Flexible and adaptable able to handle multiple tasks across a wide range of issues
Ability to communicate effectively with both internal stakeholders and external partners service providers etc.
Good analytical consultation and problem-solving skills with a high level of accessibility and trustworthiness
Proactive attitude and a desire to identify and contribute to continuous improvements especially in the area of HR processes and the further implementation of HR IS.
Good knowledge of MS Office (in particular Word Excel and PowerPoint) and familiarity with HR systems/software
Proven ability to handle confidential information with a high level of organisational awareness and sensitivity
People and service-oriented attitude and intercultural awareness and respect for diversity
Commitment to the values and principles of Transparency International

Joining the Transparency International Secretariat candidates can expect:

the opportunity to become part of the global movement against corruption and make a positive contribution to the work of TI in the field of transparency and accountability working on a wide range of relevant and challenging issues
a role with purpose working in a team of engaged and enthusiastic experts in the field of anti-corruption driven and united by the desire to fight corruption and achieve significant and large-scale replicable impact
a dynamic flexible and international working environment with peers representing 70 different nationalities
a high degree of collaboration and autonomy in a lean and agile organisation with streamlined decision-making processes and a shared leadership culture with servant leadership philosophy

Staff at TI-S enjoy a competitive compensation & benefits package designed for staff well-being and work life balance incl.:

a relocation package incl. sponsorship of work permit if needed and eligible
financial contribution to German language classes
generous time off with 30 days of annual leave per year and flexible working times around core hours
remote-hybrid working model from within Germany
the possibility of Work from Abroad for periods of time
Pluxee Restaurant Checks with plenty of options nearby the office for reduced prices for meals.
Reduced membership fees withUrban Sports Club.
Mental wellbeing and counselling support byOpenUp.
a centrally located office in a vibrant metropolitan city with excellent public transportation connectivity at the river Spree

Interested candidates are invited to submit a CV and cover letter in English merged into one PDF file via theonline recruitment systemclicking on the button Apply Online.

Closing date for external applications is January 5 2026 at 09:00 AM CET.

Only applications duly completed and received through the online recruitment system will be considered.

We will start reviewing all applications from 5 January 2026. If your profile matches the role requirements you can expect to hear from us within two to three weeks from the date of your application.

Transparency International is committed to creating an inclusive work environment where diversity is valued and where there is equality of opportunity. We actively seek a diverse applicant pool and therefore welcome applications from qualified candidates of all regions countries cultures and backgrounds. Existing permission to work in Germany is not a selection criterion and TI-S supports successful candidates in the process for applying for a work permit if needed.

Selection of staff is made on a competitive basis and we do not discriminate on the basis of national origin race colour or ethnic background religious belief sex gender identity and expression or sexual orientation marital or family status age or ability. We kindly ask applicants to refrain from including in their application information relating to the above as well as from attaching photos.

DISCLAIMER

Please note that Transparency International does not charge any fees at any stage of its recruitment and selection process (whether at application processing testing interviewing traveling or otherwise)nor does Transparency International require or need to know any information relating to the bank account details of applicants. Transparency International will also not ask you to join any group or account on social media or elsewhere.

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Transparency International is seeking a motivated and experienced HR Generalist to join the People and Culture Team as a People Business Partner (m/f/d). As part of a small team providing human resources support to Transparency International Secretariat with 140 international staff you will be respo...