HR Operations Specialist

Location:

(HE)Remote_Rotterdam

Job ID:

R0062724

Date Posted:

2024-10-03

Company Name:

HITACHI ENERGY BELGIUM

Profession (Job Category):

Human Resources

Job Schedule: 

Full time

Remote:

Yes

Job Description:

Who We Are

At “Hitachi Energy”, we are driving a sustainable energy future, using innovation to shape the power systems of tomorrow. As a global technology leader in the energy industry, we serve customers across the world with solu-tions that enhance energy efficiency, reliability, and sustainability. Join us to be part of an organization that is making a real impact on the future of energy.
 
Your Mission

As a “HR Operations / Payroll Specialist, you will play a key role in ensuring that our payroll processes across Belgium and the Netherlands run seamlessly. In this senior-level position, you’ll also be responsible for drafting all labor-related documents and you will be the go-to expert for payroll, compliance, and HR operations, contributing to a smooth employee experience and enabling our business to focus on its core mission. You’ll collaborate close-ly with your HR Operations team of three experienced colleagues, ensuring flawless payroll execution and sup-porting the broader HR function across both countries.
 
What You'll Do

• Payroll Management for the Netherlands and Belgium: Take the lead on payroll for the Netherlands and supporting on the payroll for Belgium. You’ll manage end-to-end payroll, ensuring timely, accurate payments in compliance with local laws. Whether it’s navigating Dutch labor law or managing Belgian tax regulations, you’ll stay on top of all payroll responsibilities.

• Drafting of Labor-Related Documents: There is no payroll without legal document and contracts, there-fore you will take ownership of drafting and managing a wide range of labor documents, including em-ployment contracts, addenda, and other HR-related documents, ensuring they are legally sound and aligned with company policies in the countries.

• Compliance and Legal Alignment: Ensure that all payroll and HR operations comply with local employ-ment laws, tax regulations, social security requirements and internal company rules and policies. You’ll be the go-to expert in payroll compliance for the Netherlands (and Belgium), working proactively to prevent any legal risks.

• Reporting and Data Analytics: Generate payroll reports for Finance and data insights to support deci-sion-making for key stakeholders. Your analytical skills will provide the business with actionable insights, helping to drive continuous improvement in payroll processes.

• Employee Relations and Support: Serve as a trusted point of contact for employees, responding to queries related to payroll, contracts, and other HR-related questions. You’ll ensure timely, clear communi-cation, helping employees understand their compensation and benefits.

 
What Makes You a Great Fit

• Precision is your strength. You excel in ensuring payroll accuracy and drafting labor documents with ze-ro errors.

• Problem Solving and Initiative. You’re a proactive thinker who enjoys finding solutions to complex pay-roll and compliance challenges, ensuring continuous improvement in operations.

• Compliance Mastery. Your deep understanding of Dutch (and Belgian) payroll regulations, combined with your ability to stay ahead of legislative changes, makes you a compliance champion.

• Strong Communication Skill. You’re able to explain complex payroll matters and contract details in a simple and approachable manner, ensuring clarity and trust in your communications. 

• Team Collaboration and Independence. While you work independently and take ownership of your tasks, you thrive in a collaborative team environment where shared success drives your motivation.

 
What You Bring to the Table? 

• A HBO- or a bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field.

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in payroll management / HR operations, with a specific focus on the Netherlands payroll system, while also understanding Belgian payroll requirements.

• Proven expertise in drafting labor-related documents (contracts, addenda, etc.), ensuring compliance with both Belgian and Dutch labor laws.

• Experience working in an international or multinational company environment.

• Strong knowledge of HRIS systems, along with advanced proficiency in Excel.

• Knowledge of Workday and ADP Celergo are a plus.

• Fluent in English, with proficiency in Dutch

 
Why Join Us?

• Make a Global Impact: Be part of a company that is at the forefront of the energy transition. Your work will help power sustainable solutions that benefit the world.

• Collaborative Team Environment: Work with a close-knit HR team of talented colleagues, where teamwork and knowledge-sharing are key to success.

• Career Growth Opportunities: Hitachi Energy is committed to your personal and professional develop-ment, offering career advancement and skill-building opportunities.

• Hybride or Remote working with a regular visit to our Offices in Zaventem or Rotterdam.

Ready to take on this exciting challenge and contribute to a sustainable future? Apply now to join Hitachi Energy and power your career forward!