German-Speaking People Operations & Labour Law Expert

Swapfiets

Amsterdam

Hybrid

EUR 32,000 - 39,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Own Swapfiets

32 vacation days + 7 swap days

Pension plan & health insurance group

Laptop & phone allowance

Travel allowance

Lunch at office

Urban Sports Club for Business

Learning & development programs

Volunteer day

Flexibility to work from and at the Am

Job summary

Swapfiets is seeking a People Specialist (German Speaking) to own HR administration and payrolling for Germany. You will be the go-to expert on German labour law and ensure compliance while advising managers on local HR topics.

In a fast-moving, international setting, you’ll collaborate with Finance, Tech, and external partners, driving proactive HR solutions and process improvements across our German People Operations function in Amsterdam-based roles.

Qualifications

Fluent in German and English.
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in HRM, Law, or related field.
3–5 years of experience in an HR operations role.
Solid knowledge of German labour law and ability to keep it updated.
Track record of accurate, structured HR administration.

Responsibilities

Own HR administration and payrolling for Germany.
Be the knowledge owner for German labour law and ensure compliance.
Advise employees and managers on HR topics and policy.
Handle employee matters and liaison with tax authorities, payroll providers, unions.