HR Generalist

Job Description

Human Resources Generalist Germany and Switzerland

Full-Time / Hybrid working model (2 days in the office / 3 days working from home)

We have an exciting opportunity for an HR Generalist to join us in our Frankfurt office on a permanent basis. This is a role in which you will be responsible for providing full HR operational support across two offices with a strong focus on flawless execution, efficiency, and in compliance with local regulations.

You will handle a varied workload, especially in relation to HR compliance, payroll & benefits, vendor management, answering day-to-day queries from employees and managers, dealing with a diverse array of HR initiatives and getting involved with employee relations issues.

In the absence of the Senior HR Manager, you act as a go-to person for all HR matters, and you are recognized as a knowledgeable trusted advisor.

If you are a talented and enthusiastic HR professional looking to grow in your career, who enjoys working with colleagues across the globe, then we would love to hear from you

About the team

You will be complimenting of our small HR team in Frankfurt, which currently consists of a Senior HR Manager and a TA Specialist. You will also closely collaborate with the other EMEA HR functions across the region such as Talent Acquisition, Total Rewards, Talent Development and Shared Services. Our EMEA HR team consists of over 20 dedicated professionals based in Brussels, Paris, Dublin, London, Sheffield, Dubai and Johannesburg. We work closely together in a dynamic and engaging way to support the Firm across all HR needs.

About the role
- Key responsibilities include:_
- You help deliver a great employee experience - you effectively partner with the Talent Acquisition and HR Shared Services teams to ensure smooth and consistent onboarding of new employees,
- you are responsible for the “_Day One Compliance_” - you act as the first line of support for HR queries ensuring a timely response and escalating matters to the Senior HR Manager where required - you take the lead on conducting the exit interviews, etc.
- You build knowledge of and closely monitor changes in employment legislation in Germany and the Switzerland to ensure compliance in processes and policies, and you act as a knowledgeable trusted advisor on those topics.
- You keep our different HR systems updated on a regular basis.
- You ensure the flawless processing of the monthly payroll for the Frankfurt and Zurich offices (for over 130 employees), ensuring accurate, compliant, and prompt action is taken.
- You administer and review the benefits package for Germany and Switzerland in close collaboration with the Total Rewards team.
- You are the main point of contact for our HR vendors (payroll, bike leasing, fitness, insurances, pension provider, etc.)
- You actively contribute to improving existing HR policies and create new ones in compliance with local regulations.
- You are our health & safety champion. As such, you liaise quarterly with our company doctor and with the health & safety providers on prevention matters.
- You project manage initiatives around diversity, well-being, etc. and you partner with Talent Acquisition and the business on employer branding activities such as organizing events/open days or joining career fairs.

About you

You are business fluent in German and English. Other European languages would be an asset.

You have at least a bachelor’s degree in HR or other related fields of study, as well as 2+ years of relevant HR experience, preferably in an international and fast-paced environment.

It is essential that you have first experience in German payroll and in working with HR policies. Having experience in Swiss payroll would be an asset but is not essential. Ideally, you have working knowledge of (or high-level interest in) local German and Swiss labour legislation, regulations, and local benefits programmes.

You have a great eye for detail, and you provide high-levels of accuracy in all work - you easily spot errors and resolve them. You are a conscientious individual who enjoys implementing strategies and polishing and perfecting tasks. You are highly organized and know how to prioritize your workload.

You thrive working in a team and have outstanding interpersonal and communication skills - you must be able to interact effectively and build trusted relationships with internal clients, external stakeholders, and international colleagues on all levels of the organization and across departments.

You must be comfortable handling confidential and sensitive information. You also like working independently and are committed to getting the work done. In turn, you will be entrusted with responsibilities and encouraged to implement new ideas and think creatively. Your opinion will be valued. Accountability, integrity, and transparency are values you strongly identify with.

You are proficient with standard MS Office 365 tools, and ideally you ha