HR Generalist - Topoľčany

DP World, the fast-growing transportation and logistics leader that currently manages more than 10% of world trade, is thrilled to announce a new Contract Logistics launch in Topoľčany, Slovakia!

We are seeking a people-driven, energetic HR Generalist to join us in building the HR function for a new site from the ground up. As HR Generalist, you will work closely with the HR Manager and site leadership to establish effective, compliant, and employee-focused HR processes that support a successful launch and sustainable growth.

You will contribute to the implementation of HR systems, policies, and ways of working in line with applicable legislation, while providing trusted support to managers and colleagues across the site. Your responsibilities will span onboarding, employee administration, frontline recruitment support, payroll support in collaboration with an external HRS service, and day-to-day HR guidance for both new and existing employees.

This is an excellent opportunity to make a visible impact in a new operation, help shape the employee experience from day one, and contribute to an inclusive workplace where every colleague can feel supported, respected, and empowered to succeed.

Salary range: 26.961 – 33.728 Euro Gross per year*​

*No rights can be derived from this range. Placement within the range depends on relevant experience, skills and qualifications.

Your Responsibilities:

• Ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and timely submission of payroll data and supporting documentation to the external payroll provider.
• Maintaining accurate personnel and payroll records in HR systems, particularly throughout the site-launch period.
• Preparing employment-contract amendments and ensuring their timely processing, approval, and system updates.
• Administering employee lifecycle processes, including personnel documentation, employee records, and employment-termination procedures in cooperation with HR Operations.
• Calculating bonuses, allowances, and other payroll-related entitlements in accordance with company policies and established processes.
• Coordinating the ordering and distribution of meal vouchers or cards, ensuring accurate and timely employee support.
• Responding to employee and manager queries on HR administration, payroll, benefits, employment documentation, and related topics.
• Supporting the implementation of global, regional, and cluster HR policies, processes, systems, and initiatives at the local site.
• Preparing accurate HR reports and personnel information for the Site Manager, senior leadership, and Europe region or cluster stakeholders.
• Advising management on personnel administration, employee relations, and day-to-day HR matters within the scope of the role.
• Supporting recruitment, onboarding, employer-branding activities, and the implementation of HR processes required for the successful site launch and ramp-up.
   

Your Profile:

• University degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Law, or a related discipline would be an advantage.
• Two to five years of relevant experience in an HR Generalist/ HR Administration role, with practical knowledge of core HR principles, processes, employment documentation, and employee lifecycle administration, ideally within a fast-paced industry.
• Process discipline – Understanding of relevant procedures and documentation requirements, with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong ability to work accurately with numbers, payroll-related information, and HR data.
• Experience using attendance-management systems, HR platforms, and other employee-data tools and a confident user of Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel skills (v- lookup, pivot table, data-analysis functions) being considered an advantage.
• English proficiency at upper-intermediate level, preferably B2 or above.
• Capacity to work independently, prioritize effectively, and maintain high-quality results in a dynamic, fast-changing site-launch environment.
• A supportive, approachable, and service-focused approach, with the ability to build trust and respond sensitively to employees’ and managers’ needs.
• Strong awareness of workplace safety responsibilities and a commitment to supporting a safe and compliant working environment.

Compensation

DP World offers exciting and challenging roles within a growing international organization. We strive to hire and develop the right people, locally and globally, stimulating personal growth and self-development within an informal atmosphere. We offer a market competitive compensation package.

About DP World

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.  

With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 115,000 employees from 160 nationalities, spanning 78 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future.

We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.

What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.

DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures – not just in what we do but also in how we behave.

We are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity, drives innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses, and societies. Free minds and different perspectives are changing our world, and together we can change what’s possible.

WE MAKE TRADE FLOW 
TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE.

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