HR & Payroll Specialist (German Speaker)

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Amsterdam, NLD
In-Office
Entry level
Automotive • Transportation • Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Manage HR administration for employees in Germany, South Africa, and another European country, including onboarding, offboarding, absence management, benefits, HR data updates, and payroll coordination. Serve as the employee point of contact, maintain data quality, produce reports, and improve HR processes through automation and AI tools. The role requires international HR experience, basic European labor law and payroll knowledge, strong Excel skills, and fluency in English and German.
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Here at Webfleet, we are looking for a motivated HR & Payroll Specialist in the HR team of 12, composed of Payroll Specialists, HR generalists, HRBPs and Talent Acquisition Specialists. You will be working within the People Operations and Payroll team in Amsterdam. This is a temporary position for a period of 1 year.


With this 1 year contract, you will:


  • Execution of HR administration processes including on/offboarding, data changes, absence management, benefits and more.
  • Provide timely input to the monthly payroll and collaboration with our external payroll provider to ensure a smooth payroll process.
  • Be the first point of contact for the employees within the scope (Germany, South Africa and another European country), build relationships and provide an outstanding service experience.
  • Accurately update our HR system and provide reports to stakeholders while ensuring highest data quality.
  • Streamline and continuously improve internal procedures and processes through the adoption of AI-driven solutions and process automation.

To be successful in this role, this is the kind of profile we have in mind:


  • You have previous work experience in a similar role in an international work environment.
  • You have knowledge on the basic European labour law and payroll.
  • You can prioritize and work in a structured way on projects and individually.
  • You are a good communicator, client-oriented, proactive, and possess great- collaboration skills.
  • You are proficient in English and German, both written and spoken.
  • You have analytical skills and an eye for continuous improvement.Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly in Excel, with valuable experience using AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot and Claude.
  • Strong work ethic; self-directed and resourceful.

Let’s not forget the good stuff!


  • 25 annual leave days with option to buy up to 10 days. 
  • Working from home up to 3 days a week.  
  • 500 euros gross to set up your home office. 
  • Chance to work abroad for 40 working days per year. 
  • Birthday off and volunteering time off. 
  • Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning. 
  • Access to Gofluent platform to learn new languages.  
  • Free access to CALM (top mental health app). 
  • Employee Assistance Program.  
  • Contributory pension scheme.  
  • Monthly healthcare allowance.  
  • Flexible benefit plan (get up to 250 euros reimbursed on benefit of your choice). 
  • Local discounts  
  • Company car. 
  • AI-powered learning & enablement, including access to premium AI tools to help you work smarter.

    

Who are we?

Webfleet is Bridgestone’s globally trusted fleet management solution. More than 50,000 businesses across the world use it to improve fleet efficiency, support drivers, boost safety, stay compliant and work more sustainably. For more than 25 years it has been empowering fleet managers with data-driven insights that help them optimize their operations.  

Webfleet contributes towards the delivery of The Bridgestone E8 Commitment. This broad, global corporate commitment clearly defines the value Bridgestone is promising to deliver to society, customers and future generations in eight focus areas: Energy, Ecology, Efficiency, Extension, Economy, Emotion, Ease and Empowerment. These provide a compass to guide strategic priorities, decision making and actions throughout every area of the business. 

More information at: webfleet.com. Follow us on X: @WebfleetNews and LinkedIn @Webfleet. For more information on Bridgestone corporation visit Bridgestone.com or the Bridgestone Newsroom.  

Want to join us?
If that’s a yes, please apply and upload your CV (In English)

We are an equal-opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.

Skills Required

  • Previous work experience in a similar HR or payroll role in an international work environment
  • Knowledge of basic European labor law and payroll
  • Ability to prioritize and work in a structured way on projects and independently
  • Strong communication, client-oriented approach, proactive attitude, and collaboration skills
  • Fluency in written and spoken English and German
  • Analytical skills and focus on continuous improvement
  • Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Microsoft Excel
  • Experience using AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot and Claude
  • Strong work ethic, self-direction, and resourcefulness
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The Company
HQ: Nashville, TN
115,716 Employees
Year Founded: 1931

What We Do

Bridgestone Corporation is the world's largest tire and rubber company. It develops, manufactures, and markets tires, tire tubes, and raw materials for passenger cars, aircraft, agricultural machinery, and industrial vehicles. The company also provides a broad range of diversified rubber products and sustainable mobility solutions, operating production and distribution facilities across the Americas, Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Asia Pacific.

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