Junior HR Advisor

Introduction

Are you a hands-on new HR professional who can thrive in a dynamic academic environment We are looking for a proactive and service-orientedjunior HR Advisor (0.8 to 1.0 fte) to strengthen the HR advice team of the Department of Mathematics & Computer Science (M&CS) and the Jheronimus Academy of Data Science (JADS) based in Den Bosch.

Step into the heart of innovation at TU/e and join a caring community where people matter. Become a HR Advisor at TU/e! We invite you to join our team and help brilliant minds thrive at TU/e.

Youll work closely with a team of experienced HR advisors HR Services and recruitment colleagues to ensure seamless HR operations and contribute to a positive work culture. We value humor; we work hard and we have fun working together. Bring your expertise empathy and energy and help shape the future of TU/e!

Job Description

In this all-round HR advice position as part of the local HR team of the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science you will deal with all aspects within the broad field of HR. You will:

• Provide first-line HR support to the managers of the department of M&CS and JADS answering questions related to HR policies procedures contracts and employment conditions.
• Assist HR Advisors and HR Business Partners with casework including absence management performance processes and employee relations topics.
• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure timely data entry in the universitys HR systems.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the HRM Service to continuously improve processes services and employee experience.
• Stay up to date with university policies collective labor agreement and HR procedures seeking guidance when needed.

About your colleagues
The HRM department consists of approximately 130 enthusiastic colleagues. You are part of a team of 25 HR Advisors and regularly meet and exchange ideas and best practices. You also work closely with the HRM colleagues of HR services recruitment policy development and other internal experts. You are seconded to the department of M&CS and JADS where you work closely with the HR team (HR advice & HR services).

The current position is specifically for the Department of Mathematics & Computer Science and the Jheronimus Academy of Data Science (JADS). We expect you to work one day a week at the JADS location in Den Bosch in addition to working for M&CS at the campus in Eindhoven. We are an on campus community but we do also offer the opportunity to work remotely.

The department of Mathematics & Computer Sciences is one of the larger departments of the TU/e and is still growing. At JADS we do Cool stuff with Data JADS is a collaboration between TU/e and Tilburg University located in the beautiful Marienburg in the heart of Den Bosch.

The HR topics we are working on are optimizing processes increasing efficiency in the way of working and in collaboration with other supporting staff and strengthening leadership.

Job Requirements

• A recently obtained your HRM diploma or hold a Bachelors or Masters degree in a different area but are eager to learn.
• Excellent oral and written command of both in Dutch and English.
• Strong communication skills you listen seek to understand and get to the heart of the matter easily.
• Well-organized able to keep track of multiple tasks and deadlines respond in time.
• A positive service-oriented attitude towards staff with different academic and cultural backgrounds

About you:

• You are at the early stages of your career as HR professional and eager to develop your skills in giving advice to management and employees on the standard HR procedures and HR processes the use of HR instruments and by participating in (TU/e wide) projects by providing input.
• You can work independently and are able to judge when to seek guidance and when you can confidently proceed on your own. You carefully assess the possible impact of your advice for the manager the team the department or the university as a whole.
• You are a colleague that contributes to the success of our team. By sharing ideas supporting colleagues and contributing to university-wide projects.
• You are aware the operational role is an important part of your position. You ensure the processes are correctly set up and acknowledge the importance of performing your administrative tasks correctly and on time. TU/e works with AFAS InSite.
• You have a high degree of perseverance and a warm personality. You are able to connect with all kinds of people.
• You have a positive attitude are used to think in terms of opportunities and are result-oriented.

Conditions of Employment

An exciting position within an international yet personal university. You are right in the middle of the students on a green campus within walking distance of the central station. Besides beautiful architecture you will find varied workplaces and excellent sports facilities. We also offer you:

• A monthly salary of minimum 3.382- (aanloopschaal) to maximum 5.057- for full-time employment depending on your knowledge and experience (scale 8/9 collective labour agreement for Dutch Universities).
• In addition to vacation pay a structural end-of-year bonus of 8.3%.
• A favorable arrangement for more holidays or a sabbatical.
• A selection model for additional fringe benefits.
• Working hours in consultation for an optimal work-life balance.
• Scope for your talent with advancement prospects and excellent development opportunities such as mentoring workshops and coaching.
• Partially paid parental leave and reimbursement for commuting expenses working from home and the internet.
• A generous employer contribution to the favorable ABP pension plan.

Here you can discover even more information about our conditions of employment. Build on your career at TU/e!

About us

TU/e is a leading international university that educates engineers of the future and pushes the boundaries of science and technology for a better world. An international community of close to 7000 employees and 13000 students work and study on the vibrant and inspiring campus.

Do you recognize yourself in this profile and would you like to have more information about the position please contact Rob van der Linden Recruiter ().

Application

If you are interested please use the apply button (before February 27th 2026) to send us your CV and letter of application with your motivation and a description of your qualifications.

Screening of candidates begins as soon as applications are received and continues until the position is filled. Where applicable internal candidates will be given priority over external candidates when they are equally suitable. Selection interviews will take place in weeks of March 16th and March 23rd.

We look forward to receiving your application!

Please note

• You can apply online. We will not process applications sent by email and/or post.
• A pre-employment screening (e.g. knowledge security check) can be part of the selection procedure. For more information on the knowledge security check please consult the National Knowledge Security Guidelines.
• Important for non-EU applicants: Please be aware that for this position specific residence permit requirements apply. If you are a non-EU national you may not be eligible to legally work in this role under current Dutch immigration regulations. We strongly advise you to contact our Staff Immigration Team () before applying to check your eligibility and to receive further guidance.
• Please do not contact us for unsolicited services.