German speaking HR & Payroll Coordinator

Language Matters Recruitment Consultants Ltd; Ochtrup; On-site; EUR 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus up to 20%

Job summary

Language Matters Recruitment Consultants Ltd is seeking an HR Coordinator for Ochtrup, Germany, to handle HR administration, onboarding, payroll support and to maintain accurate employee records in a fast-paced international environment.

You will work with HR systems, ensure GDPR compliance, and collaborate with Finance on payroll. Fluency in English and German is essential, with strong Excel and Workday experience preferred. This role offers growth across HR operations in Europe.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR administration and payroll in multinational settings.
• GDPR-compliant records management and data privacy awareness.
• Fluent English and German

Responsibilities

• Coordinate HR administration across the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, on-boarding changes, promotions, probation reviews and leavers.
• Prepare HR documentation, including contracts, offer letters, employee communications and employment-related correspondence.
• Maintain and update employee records across HR systems, ensuring data accuracy and GDPR compliance.
• Support monthly payroll administration, working closely with payroll providers, Finance and internal stakeholders.
• Act as a first point of contact for HR queries, support HR projects, inductions and training activities, and assist with salary reviews.

Skills

Fluent English

German language

Tools

Workday

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

As a HR Coordinator, you will provide high-quality HR administration, support HR systems and payroll processes, and ensure employee records remain accurate and compliant. This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented HR Coordinator with HR administration and payroll experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced international environment.

Key responsibilities:

• Coordinate HR administration activities across the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, contractual changes, promotions, probation reviews and leavers.
• Prepare HR documentation, including contracts, offer letters, employee communications and employment-related correspondence.
• Maintain and update employee records across HR systems, ensuring data accuracy and GDPR compliance.
• Support monthly payroll administration, working closely with payroll providers, Finance and internal stakeholders.
• Act as a first point of contact for HR queries, support HR projects, inductions and training activities, and assist with annual salary and performance review processes.

Profile:

• Previous experience as a HR Coordinator, HR Administrator or in a similar HR operations role.
• HR and/or payroll administration experience supporting employees in Germany, Austria or the Netherlands.
• Fluent English and German is essential. Additional European languages would be advantageous.
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Experience using HR systems, employee databases or ticketing systems. Workday knowledge would be highly beneficial.

What's on offer:

• EUR 35,000 - EUR 40,000 p/a + bonus of up to 20%.
• Location: Ochtrup Germany
• International working environment with exposure to multiple European markets.
• Opportunity to develop your HR Operations and payroll expertise.
• Collaborative and supportive HR team environment.Long-term career development opportunities.