Human Resources Specialist

Expert Executive Recruiters (EER Global); Wien; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Expert Executive Recruiters (EER Global) is supporting a publicly listed group expanding in Austria. Vienna-based HR Specialist will handle day-to-day HR activities for the Austrian entity, including onboarding, contracts, payroll coordination, documentation and policy administration.

Working with local management and the HR team in Israel, you will ensure compliant and efficient HR operations while growing with the business in a dynamic, automotive-related environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in HR operations, administration or generalist roles.
• Native or fluent German and professional English.
• Automotive industry experience.
• Strong knowledge of Austrian labour law and local regulations.
• Experience with onboarding, contracts, HR documentation and payroll coordination.
• Discretion with confidential employee information.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day HR administration and maintain employee documentation.
• Coordinate onboarding for new employees, including contracts and policies.
• Prepare and coordinate employment contracts, amendments and HR documents.
• Ensure employees sign all required policies and documentation.
• Coordinate with external payroll providers and provide HR data.
• Act as local point of contact for HR-related questions.
• Support implementation and administration of local HR policies.
• Ensure HR processes align with Austrian labour law and regulations.
• Coordinate with HR team in Israel on local topics and requirements.
• Support administration of employee benefits and car-related processes.
• Follow up with external partners and agencies on HR topics.
• Maintain employee records and handle HR information confidentially.
• Support additional HR projects as the Austrian organization grows.

Skills

German fluency

English proficiency

HR operations

Payroll coordination

Employee onboarding

Contracts & docs

Labour law knowledge

Discretion & confidentiality

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related

Job description

HR Specialist– Automotive & Mobility – Vienna

Our client is part of a publicly listed international group operating across the automotive and mobility sectors. With a strong presence across multiple markets, the company specializes in automotive distribution, services, and related commercial operations. As part of its continued European expansion, the group is currently establishing its operations in Austria and building a local team to support long-term growth.

About the role

We are looking for an HR Specialist to support the day-to-day HR activities of the Austrian organization.

Working closely with the local management team and the HR team in Israel, you will take ownership of a broad range of HR administration and operational topics, ensuring that employees have the necessary support and that local HR processes are handled accurately and efficiently.

This is a hands‑on role that combines employee administration, onboarding, contracts, payroll coordination, HR documentation, policy administration, and general HR support. The role is ideal for someone who enjoys a broad scope of responsibilities and wants to develop further across different areas of HR.

Job Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day HR administration and maintain accurate and up-to-date employee documentation.
• Coordinate the onboarding process for new employees, including contracts, required documentation, policies, and other administrative requirements.
• Prepare and coordinate employment contracts, amendments, and other HR-related documents.
• Ensure employees complete and sign all required company policies and documentation.
• Coordinate with external payroll providers and provide all necessary employee and payroll information.
• Act as a local point of contact for employees regarding HR-related administrative questions and topics.
• Support the implementation and administration of local HR policies and procedures.
• Ensure HR processes and documentation are aligned with Austrian labour law and applicable employment regulations.
• Coordinate with the HR team in Israel on local HR topics, processes, and requirements.
• Support the administration of employee benefits and company policies, including company car-related processes.
• Follow up with external partners, recruitment agencies, and other service providers on outstanding HR-related topics.
• Maintain employee records and ensure HR information is handled accurately and confidentially.
• Support additional HR projects and operational initiatives as the Austrian organization continues to grow.

Requirements

• MUST: 2+ years of experience in HR Operations, HR Administration, HR Generalist, or a similar HR role.
• MUST: Native or fluent German and professional working proficiency in English.
• MUST: Automotive industry experience
• Good knowledge of Austrian labour law and local employment regulations.
• Experience with employee onboarding, employment contracts, HR documentation, and personnel administration.
• Familiarity with payroll processes and experience working with external payroll providers.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive employee information with a high level of discretion.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact comfortably with employees and external partners.
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field is an advantage.

Why join our client

• Opportunity to play a key role in launching and scaling a new automotive operation in Austria
• High level of ownership in shaping the local brand presence and go-to-market strategy
• Backed by a stable, publicly listed international group with global operations
• Exposure to international collaboration and cross-border projects within Europe