HR Specialist / Business Partner

As an HR Generalist/BP, you will play a vital role within our HR team by managing and optimising the entire employee life cycle at the local level. You will collaborate closely with a Shared Service Center (SSC), which supports operational and administrative HR tasks, while ensuring the successful local implementation of global HR processes. You act as a versatile HR expert, provide guidance to both employees and managers, and actively contribute to building a culture where employees can thrive and perform at their best.

1. Employee Life cycle Management

• Oversee all processes related to recruitment, onboarding, training, performance management, career development, and offboarding of employees.
• Advise management on key HR matters, including talent acquisition, retention, and succession planning.
• Support performance management processes, including roundtables, budget discussions and reward communications.
• Act as the first point of contact for employees and offer guidance on HR-related queries and concerns.

1. Collaboration with the Shared Service Center (SSC)

• Coordinate HR-related processes in collaboration with the global/regional Shared Service Center, including:
• Payroll processing and salary-related administration.
• Employment contract management and personnel documentation.
• Absence tracking and reporting.
• Monitor the quality and timeliness of the operational tasks performed by the SSC and provide support when necessary.

1. Implementation of Global HR Processes Locally

• Ensure the effective localization and implementation of any global HR strategies or initiatives.
• Adapt global HR programs (e.g., employee well-being, diversity & inclusion, talent management initiatives) to fit local requirements and regulations.
• Actively contribute to the successful deployment of HR technology solutions, ensuring adaptation to local business needs.

1. Compliance and Policy Administration

• Ensure compliance of all HR practices with local labour laws and corporate policies.
• Stay updated on changes in labour legislation and implement them into existing HR policies and workplace practices.
• Ensure accurate documentation of employee records and compliance-related paperwork.

1. Stakeholder Management

• Act as a trusted HR partner to line managers, senior leaders, and other internal stakeholders.
• Champion company values, culture, and employer branding.
• Actively support organizational changes, such as restructuring initiatives, and effectively handle related employee communications.

1. Belgian entity Management

• Manage local Facilities and Office management tasks.

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in HR, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
• Experience: Minimum of 2-4 years’ experience in a generalist HR role.
• Knowledge of local labour laws and HR processes.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and act as an effective partner at all organizational levels.
• Willing to do operational recruitment.
• Proactive, solution-oriented, and able to balance strategic and operational priorities.
• Adaptable and resilient in a dynamic work environment.
• Fluency in both Dutch and English (written and verbal) is required, French is a plus.
• Familiarity with HR systems and tools (e.g. SAP) is a plus.