HR Specialist (Temporary)

Hitachi Automotive Systems Americas, Inc.; Kraków; On-site; PLN 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Well-being and care

Paid and unpaid leave

Flexible work options

Benefits for financial security

Job summary

Hitachi Energy Services SP. Z O.O. seeks an HR Specialist to support HR services across multiple European countries. You will manage employee data, onboarding, payroll-related processes and continuous improvement initiatives, ensuring data quality and timely responses to stakeholders.

We expect 2+ years in HR operations, strong Excel skills, and familiarity with HR systems (Workday, SAP, ServiceNow). Excellent English communication and the ability to collaborate with diverse teams are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years in HR Operations, HR Administration or Payroll within an international environment.
• Experience handling employee data and HR processes across multiple countries.
• Strong communication skills and English proficiency for international stakeholders.
• Proactive, organized, and capable of working independently with multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR service support to HR community, managers and employees across European countries.
• Manage employment documentation and data through the lifecycle from hire to retire.
• Address inquiries on onboarding, changes, absence, salary and HR topics.
• Maintain up-to-date HR systems and accurate payroll data.

Skills

HR Operations

HR Administration

Payroll

Excel

Workday

SAP

ServiceNow

Tools

Workday

SAP

ServiceNow

Excel

Job description

Location & Job Details

Location: Krakow, Lesser Poland, Poland
Job ID: R0148297
Date Posted: 2026-10-20
Company Name: HITACHI ENERGY SERVICES SP. Z O.O.
Profession (Job Category): Human Resources
Job Schedule: Full time
Remote: No

Job Description

The Opportunity: We are seeking a dedicated HR Specialist to join our team and provide high-quality HR support to our HR community, business managers, and employees across several European countries. You will be responsible for a broad range of activities throughout the Employee Life Cycle, New Joiners' Experience & Payroll, working independently on medium-complex HR processes and supporting continuous improvement within the team.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Delivering HR Service support to the HR community, business managers and employees located in several European countries.
• Managing employment documentation and employee data throughout the employee life cycle, from hire to retire.
• Responding to inquiries from employees and internal stakeholders concerning HR topics such as onboarding, employment changes, absence, salary and other HR-related matters.
• Ensuring that HR systems and databases remain up to date with current employee and organizational information.
• Maintaining a high level of data quality to support accurate and timely payroll processing.
• Performing internal quality controls and ensuring compliance with established processes and procedures.
• Proactively identifying opportunities for process improvement and supporting their implementation.
• Acting as a point of contact for assigned HR topics or local projects and cooperating with internal stakeholders.
• Participating in regional and global HR projects and initiatives.
• Communicating company policies and HR process information to internal stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.
• Providing on-demand reports and supporting HR data analysis.
• Updating and improving standard operating procedures and work instructions.

Your Background

• You have at least 2 years of professional experience, preferably within HR Operations, HR Administration, Employee Life Cycle or Payroll in an international/corporate environment.
• You have practical knowledge of HR processes and experience in employee data management and HR administration.
• You are proactive, well organized and able to work independently while managing different priorities.
• You have strong analytical skills and good attention to detail.
• You have a continuous improvement mindset and are willing to identify and drive improvements within your area.
• You have very good Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
• Experience with Workday, SAP, ServiceNow or other HR/ticketing systems would be a strong advantage.
• You have excellent communication skills and a customer-service-oriented approach.
• You have a very good command of business English.
• You are comfortable working with different stakeholders in an international environment.

More About Us

• Competitive salary and incentives
• Well-being and care
• Paid and unpaid leave
• Flexible work options
• Benefits that support your financial security

Our benefit offering is tailored based on your country of employment and generally includes: Competitive salary and incentives Well-being and care Paid and unpaid leave Flexible work options Benefits that support your financial security You will receive more specific information during the recruitment process. Applicable only for Poland location align with local law regulations - We are committed to full transparency and compliance with all legal requirements, ensuring that every candidate knows exactly what to expect at each stage of the recruitment process. Once the process is successfully completed, we will share detailed information about financial conditions and benefits with the selected candidate. Before signing the employment contract, you will receive all remaining details of the offer, giving you the time and space to review everything carefully.

Accessibility and reasonable accommodation

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Use of Al and automated tools in recruitment

As part of our recruitment process, Hitachi Energy uses digital and automated tools, including Al-supported solutions, to assist with activities such as application screening, job matching, and interview scheduling. These tools are designed to support our recruiters and do not replace human decision-making. Candidate data is processed in accordance with applicable data protection and employment laws as well as Hitachi's Global Data Privacy Notice.

Background Screening and Security Checks

As part of the hiring process, Hitachi Energy conducts pre-employment background checks that may include verification of employment history, education, criminal records, and other relevant information, in accordance with applicable laws. For certain roles - particularly those involving access to sensitive information, financial responsibilities, client data, regulated environments, or security-sensitive functions, additional or more comprehensive background or security screenings may be required. These may include, but are not limited to, enhanced criminal history checks, credit history reviews (where legally permissible), sanctions screening, or other due diligence measures aligned with the responsibilities of the position. The scope and depth of any background or security review will be determined based on the nature of the role and business necessity, and will always be conducted in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Candidates will be notified and, where required, asked to provide consent prior to the initiation of any such checks.

Hitachi Vision and Culture

Hitachi brings together the world's greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities - and drive innovation for a better future. That's why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world's biggest challenges. Our people love technology - and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Hitachi vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there's no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there's no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons.

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