Senior HR Operations Advisor

1 Month ago • 5 Years + • Human Resource

Job Summary

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior HR Operations Advisor with profound knowledge of German labor laws and a proven record of delivering HR services in Germany, possessing solid working knowledge of Workday with HRIS. The ideal candidate will have a strong track record of managing HR operations in Germany, ensuring compliance with local labor regulations. Experience liaising with German Works Councils or working in a Collective Bargaining environment is essential. This hybrid role requires at least two days per week in the Nuremberg office, balancing in-office collaboration with home-based productivity. Responsibilities include owning day-to-day HR operations services, managing the employee lifecycle, producing employment contracts, supporting pay reviews, staying updated on German employment laws, and collaborating with Works Councils. Additionally, the role involves managing Workday as the HRIS, generating reports, conducting data audits, supporting HR initiatives, and managing direct reports. The company emphasizes continuous improvement, best practices, and fostering professional growth.
Must have:
  • 5 years of HR operations experience in Germany
  • Fluent German (C1/C2)
  • Fluent English (C1/C2)
  • Works Council experience
  • Workday HRIS experience
  • Strong risk management awareness
  • Line management/leadership experience
Good to have:
  • Degree in HR or similar
  • Proficiency in other European languages
  • Experience in other European countries
  • Jira experience
Perks:
  • 27 days annual leave (increasing with service up to 36)
  • Designated day off for rest and recharge
  • Deutschland Ticket scheme (€9 monthly)
  • Option to work abroad for up to 30 days
  • Access to numerous development courses
  • 15% employer contribution to private pension/direct insurance
  • Collaborative, diverse, and inclusive team culture

Job Details

Are you a detail-oriented HR professional with a passion for operational excellence and employee experience? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, multicultural environment where your contributions can truly make a difference? If so, we’d love to hear from you.

We are in search of an experienced Senior HR Operations Advisor with profound knowledge of Germany labor laws and proven record of delivering HR services in Germany, possessing a  solid working knowledge of Workday with HRIS. As the ideal Senior HR Operations Advisor, you will possess a strong track record of successfully managing HR operations within Germany, ensuring compliance with local labor regulations. Experience of liaising with German Works Councils or working in Collective Bargaining environment is essential for this role. We’re looking for someone who brings a blend of HR operational expertise and a proactive, people-first mindset. You’ll need to be both hands-on and strategic.

You’ll play a key role in enabling our success through outstanding HR service delivery. This is an exciting time to join us as we continue to evolve and strengthen our HR operations in support of a truly global business. This is a hybrid role, requiring at least two days per week in the Nuremberg office. We support your work-life balance with a mix of in-office collaboration and home-based productivity.

 

Here’s a breakdown of what you’ll do (not all of it, just the important stuff):

HR Operations Delivery and Compliance:

  • Own the day-to-day HR operations services delivery across the different entities of Germany and Europe. This includes managing HR employee life cycle processes such as new hire orientation, onboarding, terminations, payroll, compensation & benefits administration, all in compliance with German and European HR policies, procedures, and employment laws and regulations
  • Work hand in hand with your HRBPs to manage any involuntary terminations
  • Producing standard and non-standard offer letters / employment contracts and employment change letters
  • Supporting the annual promotion and pay review processes
  • Stay up to date with changes in German employment laws and regulations and update HR policies and procedures accordingly in collaboration with your HRBPs
  • Ensure HR Ops processes and policies are up to date and compliant with all relevant local employment procedures and regulations

Works Council Collaboration:

  • Collaborate closely with HR Business Partners (HRBPs) to develop a strong working relationship with and engage with Works Councils, for compliance and maintaining positive labour relations.

Workday System Management:

  • Utilize Workday as the HRIS for employee data management, payroll reporting and generate reports. Continuously ensure data accuracy and integrity by conducting your own regular audits
  • Support HRBPs in the development and implementation of HR initiatives and projects in line with YouGov goals across German entities

Team Collaboration and Process Improvement:

  • Responsible for managing and overseeing the work of 1 or 2 direct reports. This includes providing guidance, setting goals, offering support, and fostering professional growth and development within the team
  • Close working with global HR Operations colleagues and other cross-functional teams to implement best practices projects in line with wider HR goals and strategies
  • Review existing processes/procedures and drive continuous improvement for operational efficiency

These are the essentials you’ll need to get an interview:

  • At least 5 years of proven experience in HR operations in Germany
  • Fluent German language skills (C1 / C2 Level) & English language skills (C1/C2 level) 
  • Experience working with Works Councils, including preparing and providing reports while ensuring compliance with requirements and exposure to Union environment.
  • Demonstrable experience using Workday as an HRIS
  • Strong risk management awareness with a keen ability to identify and assess potential risks to ensure compliance
  • Some relevant line management or leadership experience.

Behavioural competencies

  • Ability to multitask, prioritize and perform well under pressure to meet deadlines
  • Agile and adaptable, able to work accurately and independently in a fast-paced global environment.
  • Be customer-focused and understand what a positive customer experience looks like
  • Must be hands on with great stakeholder management skills
  • Personable with great communication skills.

It would be great if you had these to, but we’ll support you if you don’t:

  • Degree in HR or similar qualification 
  • Proficiency in other European languages and previous experience working in other European countries would be considered an advantage
  • Experience of working with Jira

What can you expect when you become a YouGover? 

  • You get 27 days of annual leave per year to begin with (will increase with service up to 36 days per year). In addition to this YouGov offers a designated day off that you can use to rest and recharge as we understand the importance of health and wellbeing
  • The Deutschland Ticket scheme allows you to use public transport all over Germany (usually €58 per month however through YG it is €9 monthly).
  • You will also have the option to work abroad for up to 30 days in a calendar year
  • We’re big on learning, so all YouGovers have first-hand access to the vast number of courses available to help you develop your career.  
  • Employer contribution of 15% towards private pension or direct insurance (BAV).
  • A collaborative, diverse, and inclusive team culture

Make an impact. Shape the employee experience. Be part of something global. Apply now and let’s build the future of HR together. Please note, applications and CVs should be sent in English. 

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