Junior HR Officer - Amsterdam

American Eagle Outfitters Inc.; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff discount on collections

Autonomy in role

International exposure

Job summary

American Eagle Outfitters Inc. is seeking a Junior HR professional to lead the full spectrum of HR activities in the Netherlands from our Amsterdam office, with occasional store visits.

You will independently manage day-to-day HR operations while collaborating with US and Israel teams. You will help structure and professionalize local HR processes and play a pivotal role in supporting future international expansion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, business administration or related field.
• 1–3 years of HR or administrative experience (internships included).
• Solid understanding of Dutch labour law.
• Fluent in English and Dutch; strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage full employee lifecycle independently (onboarding, contracts, changes, offboarding, salary).
• Set up and maintain HR administration, systems and personnel files in line with GDPR.
• Coordinate recruitment end-to-end and act as first point of contact for HR questions.
• Coordinate payroll input and liaise with external payroll providers.
• Ensure compliance with Dutch labour law and internal policies.
• Develop and implement HR policies, procedures and templates.
• Collaborate with US and Israel head offices on HR matters.
• Prepare HR processes for expansion into other EU markets.
• Support employee engagement and performance management processes.

Skills

People management

Communication skills

English and Dutch

Ownership mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

Bamboo HR

Connecteam

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the company

American Eagle is the global leading denim brand with our aim being the world's number 1 denim brand. We are an established and dynamic fashion company with the European Headquarter in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, focused on delivering high-quality, trend-driven collections. With a strong presence in the Dutch market, we are preparing for further European expansion, with a particular focus on Germany and the UK.

Our organization operates within an international structure, collaborating closely with our head offices in the United States and Israel. We are committed to building a strong, scalable organization to support our continued growth across multiple markets.

Role Overview

As a Junior HR, you will be responsible for the full scope of HR activities in the Netherlands, based in our Amsterdam office while visiting the stores. This is a standalone role, meaning you will independently manage day-to-day HR operations while working closely with international stakeholders in the US and Israel.

You will play a key role in setting up, structuring, and professionalizing HR processes locally, while also supporting future international expansion. This position offers a unique opportunity to take ownership early in your HR career within a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment.

About the company

American Eagle is the global leading denim brand with our aim being the world's number 1 denim brand. We are an established and dynamic fashion company with the European Headquarter in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, focused on delivering high-quality, trend-driven collections. With a strong presence in the Dutch market, we are preparing for further European expansion, with a particular focus on Germany and the UK.

Our organization operates within an international structure, collaborating closely with our head offices in the United States and Israel. We are committed to building a strong, scalable organization to support our continued growth across multiple markets.

Role Overview

As a Junior HR, you will be responsible for the full scope of HR activities in the Netherlands, based in our Amsterdam office while visiting the stores. This is a standalone role, meaning you will independently manage day-to-day HR operations while working closely with international stakeholders in the US and Israel.

You will play a key role in setting up, structuring, and professionalizing HR processes locally, while also supporting future international expansion. This position offers a unique opportunity to take ownership early in your HR career within a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment.

Tasks

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full employee lifecycle independently (onboarding, contracts, changes, offboarding, salary exs.)
• Set up, maintain, and improve HR administration, systems, and personnel files in line with GDPR requirements
• Coordinate and execute recruitment processes end-to-end
• Act as the first point of contact for all employee HR-related questions
• Manage absence registration and ensure compliance with Dutch regulations
• Coordinate payroll input and liaise with external payroll providers
• Ensure compliance with Dutch labour law and internal policies
• Develop and implement HR policies, procedures, and templates where needed
• Managing work visa applications and 30% ruling applications
• Collaborate closely with stakeholders at the US and Israel head offices on HR-related matters
• Support organizational growth and prepare HR processes for potential expansion into Germany and the UK
• Initiate and support employee engagement and performance management processes

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field
• 1-3 years of experience in an HR or administrative role (internships included)
• Solid understanding of Dutch labour law
• Strong sense of ownership and ability to work independently
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills/Fluent in English and Dutch (required)
• Comfortable working in an international environment and across different time zones
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with HR systems like Bamboo and Connecteam is a plus

What We Offer

• Competitive salary aligned with the Dutch market
• A high-impact role with significant responsibility and autonomy
• Opportunity to build and shape the HR function from the ground up
• Exposure to international HR operations (US, Israel, and future EU markets)
• A collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment within the fashion industry
• Staff discount on collections