Human Resources Generalist

We are looking for an experienced HR Generalist to partner with our business leaders in the Netherlands.

Key Responsibilities

1. HR Operations & Advisory

• Provide operational support to the HRBP in delivering people initiatives within the function/location.
• Offer accurate, country- or function-specific advice on HR legislation and internal policies.
• Act as second-line support for HR queries unresolved by Ask.HR, including reviewing legacy issues and patterns, and proposing solutions in coordination with COE or HR Operations.
• Stay up to date with Dutch labor legislation and proactively recommend policy/process improvements.

2. Employee Relations

• Manage employee relations processes such as investigations, disciplinary actions, performance management, absence cases, and recruitment.
• Coach and support line managers in executing core people processes, ensuring strong managerial ownership.

3. Talent & Performance

• Support Senior HRBP/HRBP with people planning activities, including:
• performance calibration
• talent forums
• training & development initiatives

4. Collaboration & Stakeholder Management

• Partner closely with HR Operations and the HR Centres of Excellence to align on policies, processes, and business changes.
• Identify people-related trends and work with stakeholders to implement practical, business-oriented solutions.
• Contribute to HR projects, offering ideas and improvement suggestions.

Key Stakeholders

• Employees within the region/function
• HR Business Partners and Senior HR Business Partners
• COE teams
• HR Operations

Type of Interaction:

Information sharing • HR guidance • Support & cooperation • Best practice coaching • Issue resolution

Experience

• 3-5 years of relevant HR experience only
• Strong knowledge of country-specific HR legislation and policies
• Experience working with multiple stakeholder groups
• Familiarity with HR systems (e.g., Workday)

Skills & Competencies

• Solid understanding of employee legislation
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks/projects simultaneously
• Problem-solving mindset and ability to work proactively
• HR degree or equivalent experience

NOTE:

• This role is not supporting VISA sponsorship, and the candidate must be in Netherlands
• Dutch Employment law knowledge is mandatory/Previous working experience in Netherlands is mandatory
• Workday experience is mandatory
• Initial contract duration - 4 months (End of March with possible extension)