HR People Advisor (Science)

TL;DR

HR People Advisor (HR Operations): Providing professional HR guidance and support for employees within a multicultural scientific environment with an accent on onboarding, contract management, and HR process coordination. Focus on driving the adoption of Workday ERP, managing immigration for international staff, and fostering an inclusive organizational culture.

Location: Heidelberg, Germany (Flexible working arrangements available)

Salary: Starting from €4,031.02 monthly

Company

An intergovernmental organization and leader in the life sciences supporting scientists worldwide to address global challenges.

What you will do

• Provide professional guidance on HR policies, procedures, and employment terms to ensure fairness and efficiency.
• Manage the full lifecycle of onboarding and offboarding, including exit interviews and entitlements.
• Oversee contracts and immigration processes for international visitors and trainees.
• Coordinate HR processes such as performance management and absence tracking.
• Maintain the Workday Knowledge Database and internal intranet to keep HR information current.
• Act as a change agent to drive the adoption of new HR technologies and organizational initiatives.

Requirements

• Degree in HR Management, Business/Public Administration, or a related field.
• Professional HR qualifications.
• Prior experience as an HR generalist or advisor in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.
• Strong emotional intelligence, diplomacy, and conflict management skills.
• Must be based in or able to relocate to Heidelberg, Germany.

Nice to have

• Prior experience with Workday ERP.
• Experience working within international or scientific organizations.
• Proficiency in European languages such as French, German, Italian, or Spanish.

Culture & Benefits

• Income tax-free salary with monthly family, child, and non-resident allowances.
• Comprehensive private medical insurance for employees and immediate family.
• Generous time off with 30 days of annual leave plus public holidays.
• Relocation package including an installation grant.
• Flexible working arrangements and extensive campus life (shuttle bus, cafeteria, sports clubs).
• Support for international newcomers including visa exemptions and education grants.