The client is seeking an HR Business Partner for its midsize chemical industry operation, which functions as a part of a larger international corporation. This role will replace a previous team member and includes extensive cross-site employee management and payroll. As an HR Generalist, the candidate will support colleagues with a business-focused, pragmatic, and solution-oriented approach while enhancing the development of the German production sites.
The key responsibilities in this position include strategic and operational support of executives and staff throughout the employee life cycle, co-responsibility for preliminary payroll processing, and optimizing HR and payroll processes across both locations. The role requires collaboration with worker representatives and external partners, providing consultation on labor law matters and internal policies, and making data-driven decisions for HR controlling. Additionally, the HR Business Partner will participate in HR projects such as talent development, employer branding, and succession planning, and assist with introducing new HR tools and digital processes.
The ideal candidate will have a degree in business administration with a focus on human resources or a comparable qualification, and several years of experience in a generalist role, preferably in a unionized environment. Required skills include comprehensive knowledge in preliminary payroll management, understanding of labor law, social security, and tax law, and discretion. Proficiency in MS Office and experience with ATOSS & Personio are desirable. Fluency in both English and German in spoken and written form is essential for this role.