HR Generalist – Interim (Maternity Leave)

Norconsulting Global Recruitment; Utrecht; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working hours

Training opportunities

Well-being programs

Daily healthy snacks and beverages

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a detailed-oriented HR Generalist to support an international team during a maternity leave. The role involves managing the full employee lifecycle and ensures compliance with HR policies across Europe. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in HR and strong knowledge of labor laws. The position offers flexible hours and a collaborative work environment located near Utrecht Central Station.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in international HR generalist roles.
• Strong knowledge of labor laws and HR compliance across European countries.
• Experience with Workday is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full employee lifecycle from recruitment to offboarding.
• Serve as the first point of contact for HR-related queries.
• Administer payroll changes and maintain employee records.

Skills

Fluent in English and German

Knowledge of labor laws across Europe

HR process improvement

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Data management and compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Workday

Job description

HR Generalist – Interim (Maternity Leave)

Set Up: Onsite 5 days a week.

Experience: 5+ years in international HR generalist roles.

Perks: Flexible hours, training opportunities, well-being programs, and a collaborative, international culture focused on sustainability.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented HR Generalist to join an international team and support employees and managers across Europe and the Americas. This is an interim position to cover maternity leave, offering the opportunity to work in a dynamic and multicultural environment.

You will be responsible for managing the full employee lifecycle from recruitment and onboarding to offboarding and providing guidance on HR policies, procedures, and systems. This role requires a hands‑on professional who enjoys both operational and strategic aspects of HR and is eager to take ownership of various HR processes and initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the entire employee lifecycle: contracts, onboarding, offboarding, and documentation.
• Serve as the first point of contact for employees and managers regarding HR‑related queries.
• Maintain and update employee records in compliance with GDPR and company standards.
• Coordinate leave and absence administration, including sickness and parental leave.
• Support employee relations, conflict resolution, and performance management.
• Administer payroll changes, benefits, insurance, and pension coordination across multiple countries.
• Lead and participate in HR projects focused on process improvement, engagement, and compliance.
• Serve as a Workday super user, supporting system implementation and optimization.
• Conduct HR reporting, salary benchmarking, and policy updates as needed.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to enhance HR processes and ensure best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a generalist HR role within an international environment.
• Strong knowledge of labor laws, social security, and HR compliance across European countries.
• Experience with Workday (implementation experience is an advantage).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
• Excellent communication skills, fluent in English and German (DACH).
• Independent, proactive, and adaptable with strong attention to detail.

Offered

• An international, entrepreneurial, and collaborative work environment.
• Flexible working hours and opportunities for professional development.
• Exposure to both local and global HR initiatives.
• Participation in well‑being and engagement activities.
• A modern and sustainable office located next to Utrecht Central Station, easily accessible by public transport.
• Daily healthy snacks and beverages in the office.