HR Manager Benelux

Rsgroup; Haarlem; Hybrid; EUR 50,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Annual bonus

Holiday allowance

Cycle to work

Travel loans

Job summary

RS Group in Haarlem is seeking an HR Manager to connect our commercial business with the broader HR function. You will lead the full spectrum of HR activities, shaping strategic people initiatives and translating business needs into effective HR solutions.

Working with the local leadership, the EMEA People team, and external partners, you will define and execute the local people strategy while evolving payroll, pensions, and benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years HR experience in management/partner roles.
• Experience coaching managers at all levels.
• Fluent in Dutch and English, strong written and verbal skills.
• Solid knowledge of Dutch employment law and its application.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive, hands-on approach with problem-solving mindset.
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship-building skills.
• Experience using people data to drive decisions and improvements.
• Experience in a matrix organization is an advantage.
• Master's degree preferred in HR or related field.
• Knowledge of Belgian employment law and HR practices is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to implement the EMEA and local People strategy.
• Coach and support managers across the employee lifecycle.
• Advise on people-related matters as a trusted advisor.
• Support talent development, succession planning and engagement initiatives.
• Ensure HR policies and processes are compliant and improved.
• Drive organizational effectiveness and design initiatives.
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition on recruitment and onboarding improvements.
• Leverage people data to support decisions and identify opportunities.
• Support payroll, benefits administration and collective agreements.
• Contribute to M&A from a people perspective.
• Stay updated on employment legislation and HR best practices.

Skills

HR experience

Dutch fluency

English fluency

Dutch employment law knowledge

Belgian employment law knowledge (adv)

Education

Master's degree in HR/BA

Job description

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Location: Haarlem, NH, NL, 2031

Brand: RS Group

Function: Human Resources

Work Location: Hybrid

Location :This is a hybrid role, offering a combination of being able to work remotely and from our Haarlem office.

Contract Type : fixed term: 6-8 months, part-time: 30 hours or more
Candidates must be available to work at least 30 hours per week; those interested in working more hours are also encouraged to apply.

The Opportunity

As HR Manager, you will play a pivotal role in connecting our commercial business with the wider HR function, acting as a trusted partner to leaders and employees alike. You will lead the full spectrum of HR activities, from shaping strategic people initiatives and translating business needs into effective HR solutions, to overseeing tactical and operational HR priorities.

Working closely with the local leadership team, the EMEA People team, and key stakeholders across the business, you will help define and execute the local people strategy, supporting business growth while continuing to evolve and mature the HR function. You will also collaborate with external partners managing payroll, pensions, and benefits, leveraging our global HR systems and processes to deliver an outstanding employee experience.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact, drive positive change, and build a high-performing culture. Supported by a People Specialist and a strong international HR network, you will have the platform and resources to influence both local and regional people agendas.

WhatYou Will Be Doing

• Partner with business leaders to implement the EMEA and local People strategy.
• Coach and support managers across the employee lifecycle.
• Act as a trusted advisor, providing guidance on people-related matters.
• Support talent development, succession planning, and employee engagement initiatives.
• Ensure People policies, processes, and practices are aligned, compliant, and continuously improved.
• Drive organizational effectiveness and support organizational design initiatives.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition on recruitment, onboarding, and hiring process improvements.
• Leverage people data and insights to support decision-making and identify opportunities.
• Support local payroll, benefits administration, and collective agreement implementation.
• Contribute to M&A activities from a people and change management perspective.
• Stay up to date with employment legislation and HR best practices through continuous development.

WhatYou’llBring

• 5+ years of HR experience, ideally in an HR Manager, HR Business Partner, or similar role.
• Experience partnering with and coaching managers at all levels.
• Fluent Dutch and English, with strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Solid knowledge of Dutch employment law and its practical application.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive, hands‑on approach and a strong problem‑solving mindset.
• Excellent stakeholder management and relationship‑building skills.
• Experience using people data and insights to support decision‑making and drive improvements.
• Experience working in a matrix organization is an advantage.
• A Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred.
• Knowledge of Belgian employment law and HR practices would be an advantage.

At RS, wearemaking amazing happen for a better world.

As a global product and service solutions provider, we help industrial customersoperatemore efficiently and sustainably. Operating in 33 markets, we support around one million customers worldwide with more than 875,000 stocked products, access to over five millionadditionalproducts, and a range of service solutions designed to help businesses thrive.

What sets us apart is our people. More than 8,500 colleagues around the world bring technicalexpertise, digital innovation, and a customer first mindset to everything we do. Guided by our values – We are one team,Wedeliver brilliantly,Wedo the right thing, and We make every day better,we'recreating an environment where our people can grow, contribute and make a meaningful impact.

Join us and help make amazing happen.

Rewards

Our Reward Strategy Philosophy is designed to offer market competitive base salaries and provideall ofour people the opportunity toparticipatein a short-term incentive, enabling them to share in the success of the Company.

Our total reward package is more than just the cash; our recognition and benefit offeringprovide the opportunity for usto recognise,rewardand enable the wellbeing of our people at all stages of their journey with RS. Our rewards and benefits vary by country, but in the Netherlands include:

• Financial –pension, annual bonus
• Wellbeing – holiday allowance, sports and culture allowance, anniversary contributions
• Lifestyle – transportationassistanceschemes (e.g.,cycle towork, travel loans)
• Spotlight – our global recognition programme provides a platform to highlight and recognise people role modelling our values

Ready to Make Amazing Happen?

Joinover 8,500colleagues and help us shape the future ofourindustry. Whoever you are, wherever you are – it all starts here.