HR Operations Specialist – German Speaking

Workmotion; United States; Remote; USD 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global remote team

Well-Being Day

Gym membership discounts

Training & Development allowance

Annual team meetups

Diversity and inclusion

Job summary

WorkMotion is seeking a German-speaking HR Operations Specialist to manage onboarding and employee lifecycle across assigned countries. This remote role challenges you to ensure compliant, accurate HR processes for international employees and clients, collaborating with legal, payroll, finance and product teams.

You will help deliver high-quality HR support, resolve queries, and contribute to continuous process improvements.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in HR Operations or employee lifecycle management.
• Fluent in English and German (written and spoken).
• Strong communication, stakeholder management and project skills.
• Experience onboarding and compliance across multiple countries.

Responsibilities

• Support HR Operations across assigned countries, managing onboarding and employee lifecycle activities for clients and employees.
• Ensure compliance with local employment laws and internal processes while escalating complex issues.
• Resolve HR queries and support key employment events with timely, accurate solutions.
• Contribute to process improvements and standardisation across multiple countries.
• Collaborate with Legal, Payroll, Finance, Product and external partners to ensure smooth HR delivery.
• Support reporting, audits, HR administration, knowledge management and HR projects.

Skills

HR Operations

Employee Lifecycle

HR Advisory

Customer-facing

English fluent

German fluent

Job description

HR Operations Specialist - German Speaking

HR Operations SpecialistLocation: Remote (Within +/- 2 hours of CET)Contract type: Full-timeStarting Salary: €25K gross per annum subjected to Experience, skills and Location

Not Your Typical Workplace…

Tired of the 9-to-5 grind? Imagine a World without borders, where opportunities are endless. That's the future of work, and what we are building at WorkMotion. Our remote-first team spans across the world, helping companies hire, onboard, and manage talent internationally through smart, flexible workforce solutions. Fast-paced, people-driven, and globally connected — we empower businesses to build teams without borders.

More Than a Role

We don’t just need a HR Operations Specialist — we need someone who is organised, customer-focused, and passionate about delivering an exceptional employee experience. We're looking for someone who enjoys solving problems, navigating HR processes, and ensuring every interaction is accurate, compliant, and delivered with care. You will work with employment matters across multiple European countries, collaborating with colleagues and stakeholders in a truly international environment.

This isn’t a role for someone who wants to stay in their lane. You’ll be at the center of it all — supporting employees and clients throughout the employment lifecycle, coordinating with multiple internal teams, and helping ensure our HR operations run smoothly, efficiently, and compliantly across different countries. — ensuring everything you touch is customer-centric, compliant, efficient, impactful and aligned with our wider goals.

You won’t be a solo operator. You’ll collaborate with clients, employees, leadership, legal, payroll, finance, product, and external partners, bringing everything together to ensure consistency, impact, and momentum across the board.

Where Responsibility Meets Real Opportunity…

• Support HR Operations across assigned countries, managing onboarding and employee lifecycle activities while serving as a key point of contact for clients and employees on day-to-day HR matters.
• Ensure compliance with local employment laws and internal processes by following country-specific requirements, identifying potential risks, and escalating complex issues where appropriate.
• Deliver a high-quality employee and client experience by resolving HR queries, supporting key employment events, and providing timely, accurate, and customer-focused solutions.
• Execute HR processes efficiently and accurately while contributing to continuous process improvements, standardisation, and operational excellence across multiple countries.
• Collaborate with Legal, Payroll, Finance, Product, and external partners to ensure smooth delivery of HR services and accurate execution of employee lifecycle activities.
• Support reporting, audits, HR administration, knowledge management, and operational projects that contribute to the success and growth of the business.

What It Takes to Make an Impact Here…

• 3+ years of experience in HR Operations, Employee Lifecycle Management, HR Advisory, or a similar client-facing HR role.
• Good working knowledge of employment law and HR practices, with the ability to confidently manage onboarding, employee lifecycle processes, and day-to-day HR operations.
• Ability to balance customer needs, compliance requirements, and business objectives in a fast-paced international environment.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Fluent in English and German (written and spoken).

Bonus Points If You Bring…

• Experience working in an Employer of Record (EOR), global mobility, payroll, or international HR environment.
• Experience supporting multinational clients across multiple jurisdictions.
• Familiarity with HRIS platforms and process improvement initiatives.
• Additional European language skills and knowledge in employment law.

Not Your Typical Team…

We’re a team of over 20 highly talented HR Operations minds, who are based in Spain, Poland, Egypt, Portugal, Greece, Cyprus, Italy, Germany and UK. We’re a team of motivated, and fully distributed crew that proves "remote" doesn't mean "disconnected."We don’t just “work” together — we create, challenge, and grow together. If you’re looking for an environment where your ideas are welcomed, your voice is heard, cross-collaboration on bold strategies thrive on collective brainpower and high-energy teamwork you’ll feel right at home.

The Perks of Being Here…

• Global, remote, and thriving: We're a global team of talented individuals spread across 26 countries. Our WorkFlex program lets you work from anywhere, anytime. Whether it's a beachside office or a cosy home office, the choice is yours.
• Your well-being is our priority: We know mental health matters, which is why we offer a dedicated Well-Being Day—a full day off just to recharge and relax.
• Get fit and stay active: Whether it’s yoga, weightlifting, or a quick jog—work out on your terms, at a discount with our subsidised gym memberships.
• Learn, grow, and develop: We believe in constant growth. With our Training & Development Allowance, you’ll have all the opportunities you need to keep expanding your skills and knowledge.
• Stay connected: Take part in exciting annual team meetups!
• Diversity is our superpower: We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• Benefits vary depending on location due to local laws and regulations.

At WorkMotion, we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. If you need any accommodations during the recruitment process, just let our Recruitment Team on [e-mail]. We’re here to support you every step of the way!