Absence Manager

More Recruitment; Venray; On-site; EUR 44,640 - 55,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel allowance

Opportunities for personal and professional development

Job summary

A recruitment firm in Limburg is seeking a Well-being & Absence Manager to lead initiatives aimed at reducing absenteeism. This role demands a decisive leader with at least three years of experience in absence management and the ability to engage with diverse employees, especially from Central and Eastern Europe. The firm offers a salary range of €4,000 – €5,000 gross monthly, plus benefits, in a collaborative environment that values employee well-being.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of leadership experience in absence management or occupational health.
• Fluency in Dutch and English or Polish; English where Dutch would be an advantage.
• Strong understanding of cultural challenges faced by employees from Central and Eastern Europe.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to reduce absenteeism.
• Lead a team of case managers and professionals.
• Analyze absence data to drive improvement initiatives.
• Advising management on absenteeism policy.

Skills

Leadership experience in absence guidance

Excellent communication skills

Fluency in Dutch and English or Polish

Understanding of Central and Eastern European culture

Knowledge of relevant laws

Proactive attitude

Job description

Are you a decisive and people-oriented leader with experience in absence management? Do you have an affinity with international employees from Central and Eastern Europe? Then this could be your next career step.

As a Well-being & Absence Manager, you will directly contribute to the well-being and sustainable employability of their employees. You play a key role in preventing and reducing absenteeism within the organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an effective preventive strategy to reduce absenteeism.
• Lead and inspire a team of case managers and other involved professionals.
• Analyze absence data and translate insights into concrete actions and improvement initiatives.
• Work closely with HR, managers, Business Controllers, and external partners such as occupational health physicians.
• Advise management and the board on absenteeism policy and sustainable employability.

What you bring

• At least 3 years of leadership experience in absence guidance, case management, or occupational health services.
• Excellent communication skills and a decisive, goal-oriented mindset.
• Fluency in Dutch and English or Polish; English where Dutch would be an advantage.
• Strong understanding of the culture and challenges of employees from Central and Eastern Europe.
• Knowledge of the Gatekeeper Improvement Act and relevant laws and regulations.
• A proactive attitude and focus on sustainable, long-term solutions.

What they offer

• A challenging position where you can truly make an impact on employee well-being.
• An organization that values trust, collaboration, and growth.
• Attractive employment conditions, including:
  • Travel allowance
  • Opportunities for personal and professional development
  • Salary: €4,000 – €5,000 gross per month (based on 40 hours per week)

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Human Resources

Industries

• Facilities Services and Staffing, and Recruiting

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