Senior HR Specialist

DTN; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 48,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A global data and technology company is seeking a Senior HR Specialist for EMEA operations. This role is pivotal in delivering HR initiatives and managing employee relations. You will work remotely from the UK, guiding managers and employees with expert HR advice. Ideal candidates have robust experience in HR functions, particularly in the Netherlands' labor regulations, and strong communication skills. Compensation ranges from £48,000 to £53,000 GBP.

Benefits

Hybrid work model

Pension plan

Life insurance

Access to 13k+ courses for career advancement

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR practices across multiple EMEA countries, specifically including the Netherlands.
• Demonstrated expertise in employee relations and manager coaching.
• Experience working in a global, matrixed organization is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for employee relations matters, ensuring fair resolution.
• Oversee onboarding and exit processes across the region.
• Support implementation of HR policies and annual programs.

Skills

Employee relations

HR program administration

Site engagement

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Proven HR experience in a regional or multi-country capacity within EMEA

Job description

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About the Job

For decades, DTN has been the silent force behind some of the world’s most critical industries—helping businesses navigate complexity, uncertainty, and risk with smarter, faster decisions. From agriculture to energy to weather intelligence, our proprietary Operational Decisioning Platform transforms raw data into decision-grade insights—enabling companies to optimize supply chains, ensure market stability, and safeguard infrastructure against disruption. We don’t follow trends—we set the standard for precision, trust, and operational impact.

DTN is at an exciting inflection point. Building off a foundation of financial strength, profitability, and industry trust, we’re accelerating growth and expanding our global footprint. Our purpose-built solutions—powered by AI and honed by decades of vertical expertise—are helping some of the world’s most significant enterprises thrive amid operational constraints and uncover new opportunities in a fast-changing world.

Job Description

The Senior HR Specialist (EMEA) will play a key role in delivering HR operations and initiatives across the region for DTN. In this senior individual contributor role, you will partner with managers and employees to provide expert HR guidance, drive consistent program delivery, and help foster a positive workplace culture. The ideal candidate is a proactive HR professional with strong experience in employee relations, HR program administration, and site engagement, who thrives in a dynamic, global environment. Experience with labour regulations in the Netherlands is essential.

What You Will Be Responsible For

Employee Relations & Case Management

• Act as the first point of contact for employee relations matters, ensuring fair and consistent resolution.
• Manage HR cases, investigations, and sensitive issues with discretion and compliance for DTN employees across the region.
• Provide coaching and guidance to managers on performance, conduct, and employment practices.

Onboarding & Offboarding

• Oversee and coordinate onboarding and exit processes across the region.

HR Program Support & Delivery

• Support implementation of HR policies and annual programs; customize delivery as needed for local context.
• Partner with global HR Business Partners on local execution of business unit-specific talent, performance, and engagement initiatives.
• Liaise with Dutch Workers Council.

Site Engagement

• Work with local management to drive site-level employee engagement and strengthen workplace culture.
• Partner with local leadership to address site-specific HR needs and initiatives.

HR Administration

• Oversee local HR administrative processes, such as leave of absence (LOA) management and compliance documentation.
• Ensure adherence to local labour laws and company policies across the region.

What You Will Bring to the Position

• Proven HR experience in a regional or multi-country capacity within EMEA.
• Must have strong knowledge of employment laws and HR practices across multiple EMEA countries, specifically including the Netherlands.
• Demonstrated expertise in employee relations and manager coaching.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and build strong partnerships.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience working in a global, matrixed organization is a plus.
• Must be willing to travel to the DTN office in the Netherlands at a minimum on a quarterly basis.
• Dutch language capabilities are a plus.

What You Can Expect From DTN

• Hybrid work model
• Pension plan
• Life insurance
• Unlimited access to 13k+ courses via a learning platform to support employee career advancement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Compensation

The targeted hiring base pay range for this position is between £48,000 and £53,000 GBP. DTN is a pay-for-performance organization, which means there is the opportunity to advance your compensation with performance over time. The actual base pay offered for this position will be dependent upon many factors, including but not limited to: prior work experience, training/education, transferable skills, business needs, internal equity, and applicable laws. The targeted hiring base pay range is subject to change and may be modified in the future. This role may also be eligible for market-competitive variable pay and benefits.

About DTN

DTN is a global data and technology company helping operational leaders in energy, agriculture, and weather-driven industries make faster, smarter decisions. Our Operational Decisioning Platform turns complex data into decision-grade insights—empowering customers to expand their margins, accelerate growth, and outpace risk. With more than 1,200 employees globally, DTN serves the companies that feed, fuel, and protect the world.

At DTN, we value clarity, trust, and action. We’re a team of problem-solvers, outcome-drivers, and industry nerds who believe that precision matters – and that mission is at the core of what we do.

• Trust Built: We earn it. We keep it. We protect it. Our neutrality, precision, and integrity are non-negotiable.
• Confidence-Driven: We help customers move with clarity and conviction. We bring the data and operational knowledge leaders need to act.
• Built for Industry: We speak operations because we come from operations. Our expertise is forged in fuel terminals, fields, flight paths, and forecasts.
• Future-Forward: We see what’s coming- and we’re ready. We help customers lead through change with smarter decisioning.

Recruitment Fraud Notice

DTN is aware of incidents where external parties have impersonated our organization, issuing fraudulent communications and/or job offers. Please be advised that all legitimate communication from DTN will come from an official @dtn.com email address or through our Paradox AI automated scheduling platform (Talent IQ). Any offers are extended directly by our Talent Acquisition team following a formal interview process.

If you receive a suspicious message or offer claiming to be from DTN, please do not engage. Contact our Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail] to verify the legitimacy of any communication. Report any fraudulent messaging as phishing or spam.

DTN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage applicants of all backgrounds, including minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.

Location

United Kingdom (Remote)