Human Resources Operations Specialist

Beko Europe; Antwerpen; Hybrid; EUR 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonuses

Multicultural environment

Training and development

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Beko Europe in Mechelen, Belgium, seeks an HR Operations Specialist to be the first point of contact for employees and managers. You will manage onboarding, payroll coordination with SD Worx, and ensure Belgian labour compliance while delivering a great employee experience.

Hybrid work arrangement: four days in the Mechelen office and one day from home, within a dynamic, international HR team focused on continuous improvement and employee engagement.

Qualifications

• Onboarding, contracts, employee data management, and offboarding.
• Payroll processing coordination with external provider in Belgium.
• Knowledge of Belgian labour legislation and internal policies.
• Handling HR records and compliance with local laws.
• Experience with HR information systems and payroll processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage employee lifecycle administration including onboarding and offboarding.
• Coordinate monthly payroll activities with SD Worx.
• Serve as first point of contact on HR policies and inquiries.
• Maintain accurate HR records and ensure legal compliance.
• Support recruitment administration and employee engagement initiatives.

Skills

Payroll coordination

HR administration

Belgian labour law

HRIS (SuccessFactors)

Multi-language communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business

Tools

SD Worx

SuccessFactors

Job description

As HR Operations Specialist, you will be the first point of contact for employees and managers on a broad range of HR matters in Belgium. You will ensure accurate and compliant HR administration, coordinate payroll activities, support employee lifecycle processes, and contribute to delivering an exceptional employee experience while continuously improving HR operations.

Hybrid working:

4 days per week in our Mechelen office and 1 day working from home.

Your responsibilities will include

• Manage employee lifecycle administration, including onboarding, contract changes, employee data management, and offboarding.
• Coordinate monthly payroll activities in collaboration with our external payroll provider (SD Worx) and ensure timely and accurate processing.
• Serve as the first point of contact for employees and managers regarding HR policies, procedures, employment conditions, and HR-related inquiries.
• Maintain accurate HR records and ensure compliance with Belgian labour legislation and internal policies.
• Support absenteeism management and occupational health processes in collaboration with Mensura.
• Prepare HR documentation, reports, and analysis to support business and HR decision-making.
• Coordinate employee benefits administration, including fleet management and other local benefits.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, compliance, and employee experience.
• Support recruitment administration, onboarding activities, employee engagement initiatives, learning & development programs, and employer branding activities.
• Assist with internal audits and ensure HR processes adhere to legal, regulatory, and company requirements.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Fluent in Dutch, English and French.
• Knowledge of Belgian labour legislation and experience supporting HR administration and payroll processes.

Preferred skills and experiences

• 2 to 5 years of experience in HR Operations, HR Administration, HR Support, or a similar HR role.
• Experience working with payroll providers such as SD Worx.
• Familiarity with HR Information Systems, preferably SuccessFactors.
• Experience supporting employee relations, absenteeism management, and occupational health processes.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive mindset focused on continuous improvement.

What we offer

At Beko Europe, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We offer a collaborative and international environment where you can develop your skills, take ownership of your work, and contribute to meaningful HR initiatives.

Benefits and Work Environment

• Competitive salary package and performance bonuses.
• Opportunity to work in a multicultural environment.
• Continuous training and professional development programs.
• Beko Europe is committed to a greener and more sustainable future, integrating eco-friendly practices and solutions across all operations.