HR Advisor, People Governance and Compliance (fixed-term)

Thomson Reuters; Göteborgs kommun; Híbrido; SEK 520 000 - 700 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Hybrid Work Model

Flex My Way

Mental Health Days off

Headspace app

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement savings

Volunteer days off

Resumo da oferta

Thomson Reuters is seeking an HR Advisor to provide specialist operational support and day-to-day guidance on HR policies across Sweden and EMEA. The role emphasizes policy adherence, risk mitigation, and a digitally enabled HR environment leveraging AI and automation.

The position is a 12-month fixed-term contract, based in Gothenburg or Stockholm, with a hybrid work model and opportunities to lead training and process improvements across HR functions.

Qualificações

• Minimum 3 years as HR Generalist/Advisor in a complex, matrixed environment.
• Knowledge of Nordic labor law and how to apply policies in practice.
• Hands-on experience with Workday or similar HR systems and able to guide others.

Responsabilidades

• Provide timely, policy-aligned guidance to managers and employees on local HR policies.
• Own Tier 2 HR case management with strong judgement and risk mitigation.
• Support Employee Relations with audit-ready documentation.
• Design and deliver training on HR policies and Workday usage.
• Handle employee benefits queries and assist with redundancy and restructuring processes.
• Collaborate with Payroll and Global HR Services to ensure accurate lifecycle changes.
• Champion AI and digital tools in daily HR practices.

Conhecimentos

HR Generalist/Advisor experience

Nordics labor law

Workday/HR systems

Policy advisory and risk management

Swedish language proficient

Formação académica

Degree in Business/HR or related field

Ferramentas

Workday

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job DescriptionJoin a high-impact People Governance & Compliance team to deliver consistent, risk‑informed and scalable outcomes across jurisdictions.We are transforming how HR operates - automating routine work, elevating employee and manager self-service, and using data to drive faster, smarter decisions. Our EMEA People Governance & Compliance team is at the heart of this change to enhance the overall employee experience.As an HR Advisor, you will provide specialist operational support and day-to-day advisory on HR policies and processes. You will serve as a primary point of contact for employees and managers in Sweden and the wider region, ensuring the effective application of HR fundamentals, risk mitigation, and compliance. Combining subject-matter expertise with sound judgment, you will actively contribute to a digitally enabled HR environment, leveraging AI and automation to drive efficiency and operational excellence.This position is offered on a 12-month fixed-term contract and can be based in either Gothenburg or Stockholm.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide timely, accurate and policy‑aligned guidance to managers and employees on local HR policies and proceduresBuild subject-matter expertise in a core compliance area (Immigration, Sickness & Occupational Health, or Leave & Family policies), ensuring consistent and legally robust advice in partnership with the EMEA Advisory teamOwn and manage Tier 2 HR case management , handling more complex queries and escalations with strong judgement, ensuring consistent resolution, risk mitigation, and policy adherenceSupport Employee Relations cases as a skilled and reliable note-taker , maintaining high-quality, confidential and audit-ready documentationPartner with HRBPs and Advisory Teams to design and deliver training on HR policies, procedures, and Workday, strengthening manager capability and policy adherenceAct as a trusted contact for employee benefits queries , providing clear, accurate and responsive supportSupport redundancy and restructuring processes through accurate preparation of documentation and calculations , ensuring compliance with applicable legislationProvide support on Workday queries , guiding users effectively through processes and system useWork closely with Payroll and Global HR Services to ensure employee lifecycle changes are processed accurately, consistently, and within agreed timelinesContribute to HR projects and initiatives, bringing a continuous improvement mindset and a focus on standardisation and scalabilityMaintain employee records to the highest standards of data integrity and GDPR complianceActively champion the adoption of AI and approved digital tools , embedding them into daily HR practices to drive efficiency, insight, and improved employee experienceRequired QualificationsMin. 3 years of experience as an HR Generalist/Advisor, ideally in a complex, matrixed environmentNordics labor law knowledge and understandingSolid understanding of HR policies, procedures, and legal frameworks , with the ability to apply them confidently in practiceStrong judgement and attention to detail , particularly in handling sensitive cases and maintaining compliance standardsHands-on experience with Workday or similar HR systems , with the ability to support and guide othersExcellent communication skills, with the ability to translate policy into clear, practical guidanceStrong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentTrack record of implementing and reinforcing policy and compliance standards with credibilityInterest in AI, automation, and digital HR tools , with a proactive approach to learning and adoptionSwedish language capability requiredPreferred QualificationsDegree in Business, HR, or related fieldLanguages: F innish language would be an assetWhy This Role?Shape and strengthen HR governance and compliance across EMEADevelop expertise in complex, high-impact HR topicsBe part of a digitally evolving HR function , leveraging AI to scale and modernise deliveryGrow into a trusted advisor role with increasing influence on risk management and decision quality#LI-KA1What’s in it For You?Hybrid Work Model: We’ve adopted a flexible hybrid working environment for our office-based roles while delivering a seamless experience that is digitally and physically connected.Flexibility & Work-Life Balance: Flex My Way is a set of supportive workplace policies designed to help manage personal and professional responsibilities, whether caring for family, giving back to the community, or finding time to refresh and reset. This builds upon our flexible work arrangements, including work from anywhere for up to 8 weeks per year, empowering employees to achieve a better work-life balance.Career Development and Growth: By fostering a culture of continuous learning and skill development, we prepare our talent to tackle tomorrow’s challenges and deliver real-world solutions. Our Grow My Way programming and skills-first approach ensures you have the tools and knowledge to grow, lead, and thrive in an AI-enabled future.Industry Competitive Benefits: We offer comprehensive benefit plans to include flexible vacation, two company-wide Mental Health Days off, access to the Headspace app, retirement savings, tuition reimbursement, employee incentive programs, and resources for mental, physical, and financial wellbeing.Culture: Globally recognized, award-winning reputation for inclusion and belonging, flexibility, work-life balance, and more. We live by our values: Obsess over our Customers, Compete to Win, Challenge (Y)our Thinking, Act Fast / Learn Fast, and Stronger Together.Social Impact: Make an impact in your community with our Social Impact Institute. We offer employees two paid volunteer days off annually and opportunities to get involved with pro-bono consulting projects and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives.Making a Real-World Impact: We are one of the few companies globally that helps its customers pursue justice, truth, and transparency. Together, with the professionals and institutions we serve, we help uphold the rule of law, turn the wheels of commerce, catch bad actors, report the facts, and provide trusted, unbiased information to people all over the world.About UsThomson Reuters informs the way forward by bringing together the trusted content and technology that people and organizations need to make the right decisions. We serve professionals across legal, tax, accounting, compliance, government, and media. Our products combine highly specialized software and insights to empower professionals with the data, intelligence, and solutions needed to make informed decisions, and to help institutions in their pursuit of justice, truth, and transparency. Reuters, part of Thomson Reuters, is a world leading provider of trusted journalism and news.We are powered by the talents of 26,000 employees across more than 70 countries, where everyone has a chance to contribute and grow professionally in flexible work environments. At a time when objectivity, accuracy, fairness, and transparency are under attack, we consider it our duty to pursue them. Sound exciting? Join us and help shape the industries that move society forward.As a global business, we rely on the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of all employees to deliver on our business goals. 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