HR Operations Manager - Germany
This 12-month fixed-term contract offers the opportunity to join one of our favourite mission-driven organisations - a company whose work is genuinely helping to save and improve lives around the world.
At a time of meaningful change, we are seeking an experienced HR Operations and Payroll leader who thrives in dynamic environments. This is a role for someone who enjoys leading a small team, taking ownership of day-to-day HR operations (including payroll), and driving improvements that create real, measurable impact.
You will lead the full HR shared services and payroll agenda for a diverse workforce of blue- and white-collar employees within a global organisation committed to making a difference worldwide. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring both operational excellence and a continuous improvement mindset.
We are looking for a professional who can consistently deliver high-quality HR services to employees and managers, while ensuring efficient, compliant, and seamless transactional processes across the entire employee lifecycle. You will manage a small team, uphold service level agreements, and champion people-centric HR operations, including HRIS management, payroll, benefits, and systems optimisation.
Key responsibilities include:
Owning end-to-end HR operations, including HRIS administration, employee data management, and process governance.
Acting as a senior point of contact for employees and managers, providing practical guidance on operational HR matters.
Managing monthly payroll and time administration, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and smooth delivery.
Overseeing pensions, benefits, and compensation-related operations.
Developing HR reporting and analytics, translating HRIS and other data into actionable insights.
Leading and contributing to both local and international HR projects, including digitisation, HRIS enhancements, and operational optimisation.
Aligning local HR processes with the wider international HR strategy.
Our ideal professional will be able to offer:
Fluent English and German (spoken and written)
Solid career history within mid-to-large-sized organisations (apologies but career contractors cannot be considered for this hire).
Proven success navigating complex, matrix structures.
Strong analytical and data-driven mindset, with the ability to influence stakeholders using evidence.
Strong personal presence, confidence, and emotional intelligence, with the courage to challenge and influence effectively.
This role requires a visible, on-site presence to build strong relationships. Candidates must be located within an easy commute of Frankfurt, as this is not a remote position.
The position offers a competitive base salary from €110,000 (with potential to increase depending on experience), plus a generous performance bonus and benefits.
Interviews are being scheduled, with the aim of appointing a suitable professional as soon as possible.
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