Social Security Officer (HR)

TL;DR

Social Security Officer (HR): Managing and advising on social security branches including health insurance and death benefits for hirify.global personnel with an accent on third-party provider coordination and regulatory compliance. Focus on streamlining administrative processes, managing tender processes for providers, and supporting the employment life-cycle of international staff.

Location: Heidelberg, Germany. Relocation package available.

Salary: from 3,812 EUR monthly (after tax)

Company

hirify.global is an international, curiosity-driven research organization focused on molecular biology.

What you will do

• Act as the primary point of contact for staff enquiries regarding social security and insurance branches managed by third-party providers.
• Manage operational issues and requests through Workday Help Cases and dedicated communication channels.
• Coordinate with external administrators to ensure accurate registration and deregistration data for personnel.
• Provide administrative support to the Health Insurance Scheme Working Group and manage tender processes for providers.
• Draft communication materials, FAQs, and standard operating procedures to improve administrative efficiency.
• Support international newcomers and leavers with social security onboarding and offboarding processes.

Requirements

• First-level university degree in HR, Social Sciences, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 4 years of work experience in Human Resources, preferably within an international organization.
• Solid understanding of social security systems, ideally in an international context.
• Fluency in English (C1).
• Familiarity with HR ERP systems and administrative workflows.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of German or other hirify.global host country languages.

Culture & Benefits

• Tax-free salary with monthly family, child, and non-resident allowances.
• Comprehensive private medical insurance for the employee and immediate family.
• Generous time off with 30 days of annual leave plus public holidays.
• Visa exemption and relocation support for international newcomers.
• Campus perks including a free shuttle bus in Heidelberg, subsidized cafeteria, and sports clubs.
• Robust family benefits including kindergarten and generous paid parental leave.