【Düsseldorf】Senior HR & General Affairs (m/f/d)

Overview

Our client, a well-established international company, is seeking an experienced Senior HR & General Affairs Generalist to support its HR and administrative operations.

The position serves as a key support to the Head of HR & General Affairs, combining hands-on HR responsibilities with general administration, facilities management, and cross-functional coordination. The successful candidate will work closely with management to support HR initiatives, employee relations, and efficient workplace operations.

Responsibilities

Human Resources

• Act as a key support to the Head of HR & General Affairs, coordinating cross-functional initiatives and internal stakeholders.
• Manage the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, development, and offboarding.
• Lead recruitment activities for professional and managerial positions.
• Support compensation reviews, payroll coordination, benefits administration, and personnel cost budgeting.
• Develop and improve HR policies, procedures, and operational processes.
• Ensure compliance with German labour law and internal HR policies.
• Build and maintain constructive relationships with the Works Council.
• Support employee engagement, retention, and talent development initiatives.
• Contribute to strategic HR projects and organizational improvement initiatives.

General Affairs & Administration

• Oversee daily office administration and workplace operations.
• Manage facilities, office equipment, company vehicles, and corporate assets.
• Coordinate vendors, landlords, facility service providers, and external contractors.
• Support administration budget planning and cost optimization.
• Coordinate occupational health and safety requirements.
• Maintain corporate records, contracts, insurance documentation, and relevant administrative documentation.
• Coordinate building maintenance, modernization projects, and internal office relocations.
• Support statutory building inspections, audits, and compliance activities.
• Provide administrative and project coordination support to the Head of Department.

Requirements

• Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in HR, General Affairs, or a comparable corporate function.
• Business-fluent German and business-level English.
• Good knowledge of German labour law and HR practices.
• Experience working with a Works Council is highly advantageous.
• Experience supporting senior management and coordinating cross-functional activities.
• Strong organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Hands-on, proactive, and able to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Working Condition

• Contract: Initial 2-year fixed-term contract, with potential for permanent employment.
• Salary: Up to approximately EUR 70,000 gross per annum (negotiable depending on experience).
• Benefits: Attractive benefits package, including holiday payment and 13th-month payment.
• Annual Leave: 30 days.
• Close collaboration with senior management.
• Opportunity to contribute to operational improvements and strategic HR initiatives.
• International business environment with long-term development potential.