HR Generalist (Hamburg)

About DKSH

DKSHs purpose is to enrich peoples lives. For 160 years we have been marketing selling and distributing high-quality products and brands for multinational and Fortune 500 companies. Through our Business Units Consumer Goods Healthcare Performance Materials and Technology we deliver sustainable growth for our partners. We contribute to improving the quality of life for our employees and people in the local communities in which we operate. Headquartered in Switzerland DKSH is publicly listed and operates in 35 markets across Asia Pacific Europe and North America. We employ over 28600 specialists and produced net sales of CHF 11.1 billion in 2025.

Job Summary

Were looking for a confident and hands-on HR Generalist to join our team in Hamburg as part of our DACH HR this role you will journey across the full employee lifecycle from onboarding to offboarding. If you enjoy taking ownership working independently and using modern tools including AI to drive smarter ways of working this is your chance to shape and grow with us.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end employee lifecycle including coordination of onboarding and offboarding tasks
• Provide first-level HR support to employees and managers across the DACH region on administrative HR topics
• Support HR Managers and collaborate with HR colleagues on HR operations trainings and engagement activities
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition on recruiting activities
• Assist with HR audits reporting and annual processes
• Maintain organizational charts and HR records up to date throughout the employee lifecycle

Your Profile

• Prior experience in HR Business Management Economics or a similar role ideally within an international or multi-country environment is a plus
• Strong written and spoken proficiency in German and English; French is a plus
• Proven expertise with HR systems (e.g. SuccessFactors) is preferred
• Strong resilience to navigate through challenges
• Self-starter curious with proven ability to work with different stakeholder groups
• Flexibility to travel to Switzerland (approximately 10%)

We Offer

• Flexible time arrangement and hybrid work possibilities
• Remuneration: In addition to your salary you will receive Pluxee lunch vouchers and a paid public transport ticket (Deutschlandticket)
• Performance-related remuneration with attractive company pension provision
• Access to comprehensive health insurance benefits
• Companys fitness: We collaborate with Urban Sport Club for a gym membership
• Our office offers an attractive environment with views of the Speicherstadt and a central location at the Port of Hamburg (U3 Baumwall)

Why Its Great to Work at DKSH

At DKSH we are driven by a purpose that goes beyond the ordinary: enriching peoples lives. Through
the products and services we provide DKSH positively impacts millions of lives everyday. Join our team where entrepreneurship meets flexible work arrangements. Take the leap and start a journey where you can grow and make a difference!

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